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Miami Beach short-term rental rules (2026)

Florida · United States
Restricted
These rules apply inside Miami Beach city limits only. Properties outside them follow county or neighboring-town rules.
Rules last checked  ·  Region: US

Market overview

RESTRICTEDShort-term stays

Allowed, with material limits. Allowed only in certain zones.

Banned in all single-family homes and many apartment buildings.

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%
total, on our records
Night cap
None
Fines
Up to $1,000

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RESTRICTEDStays of 30+ nights

Longer stays (30+ days)

Longer stays are only partly open here: some are limited to certain tenants, buildings or areas.

The line here isn't a set number of nights; the full report explains where it falls.

Guests staying this long can gain tenant rights, such as protection from eviction.

Not legal advice. The legal framework, notes and sources are in the full report.

Neighborhoods covered

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The full Miami Beach rules

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

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Source: energovcss.miamibeachfl.gov (official), checked 5 Nov 2026. Official links, citations and how to apply come with a paid plan.

Quick answers

Is Airbnb legal in Miami Beach?

Yes, with material limits. Banned in all single-family homes and many apartment buildings.

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

Yes, a license or registration is required.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Miami Beach?

14% in total on stays, on our records.

Is there a limit on rental nights in Miami Beach?

No night cap is on record.

What are the penalties in Miami Beach?

Fines of up to $1,000 are on record.

Can I rent for longer stays in Miami Beach?

Longer stays are only partly open here: some are limited to certain tenants, buildings or areas. The line here isn't a set number of nights; the full report explains where it falls. Guests staying this long can gain tenant rights, such as protection from eviction.

When were the Miami Beach rules last checked?

We last checked the short-term rental rules for Miami Beach on 5 Nov 2026.

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