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Mesa short-term rental rules (2026)

Arizona · United States
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These rules apply inside Mesa city limits only. Properties outside them follow county or neighboring-town rules.
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Market overview

ACTIVEStays under 30 days

Allowed. The only duty is a notice or registration that nobody has to approve.

Mesa's STR ordinance was enabled by Arizona legislation signed in September 2022 granting cities expanded authority to regulate STRs (ARS §9-500.39).

Why do places restrict rentals?

Property eligibility: Not assessed A market overview can't tell whether a specific home qualifies (zoning, permits, HOA).

License
Required
Primary residence
Not required
Tax on stays
14.27%
total, on our records
Night cap
None

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The full Mesa rules

16 rules on record for Mesa, 5 of them from government sources. Every rule traced to its official source. How we research

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Source: City of Mesa Licensing Office (mesaaz.gov, official), checked 3 Nov 2026. Official links, citations and how to apply come with a paid plan.

Quick answers

Is Airbnb legal in Mesa?

Yes. Mesa's STR ordinance was enabled by Arizona legislation signed in September 2022 granting cities expanded authority to regulate STRs (ARS §9-500.39).

Do you need a permit for a short-term rental in Mesa?

Yes, a license or registration is required.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Mesa?

14.27% in total on stays, on our records.

Is there a limit on rental nights in Mesa?

No night cap is on record.

When were the Mesa rules last checked?

We last checked the short-term rental rules for Mesa on 3 Nov 2026.

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