Spatio-temporal variations and contextual factors of the supply of Airbnb in Rome. An initial investigation

Airbnb listings in Rome, one of the world's top tourist destinations, show significant spatio-temporal variations linked to socioeconomic factors. The study reveals that while Airbnb supply increased steadily from 2014 to 2019, it declined sharply during the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly for shared accommodations. Listings are more concentrated in Rome's historic center and coastal areas, correlating with higher average income, empty apartments, single residents, and foreign nationals from high-income countries. The research uses quantitative methods, including spatial regression models (spatial lag and error), to analyze data from Inside Airbnb and Tomslee, highlighting the growing monoculture of short-term rentals in central areas.

Crisci, M., Benassi, F., Rabiei-Dastjerdi, H., & McArdle, G. (2022). Spatio-temporal variations and contextual factors of the supply of Airbnb in Rome. An initial investigation. Letters in Spatial and Resource Sciences, 15(2), 237–253. https://doi.org/10.1007/s12076-022-00302-y