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St. Augustine short-term rental rules (2026)

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Restricted
These rules apply inside St. Augustine city limits only. Properties outside them follow county or neighboring-town rules.
Rules last checked  ·  Region: US

Market overview

RESTRICTEDStays under 30 days

Allowed, with material limits.

Annual city registration and fire inspection required.

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
11.5%
total, on our records
Night cap
None

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The full St. Augustine rules

17 rules on record for St. Augustine, 15 of them from government sources. Every rule traced to its official source. How we research

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Source: City of St. Augustine Planning & Building (citystaug.com, official), checked 5 Nov 2026. Official links, citations and how to apply come with a paid plan.

Quick answers

Is Airbnb legal in St. Augustine?

Yes, with material limits. Annual city registration and fire inspection required.

Do you need a permit for a short-term rental in St. Augustine?

Yes, a license or registration is required.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in St. Augustine?

11.5% in total on stays, on our records.

Is there a limit on rental nights in St. Augustine?

No night cap is on record.

When were the St. Augustine rules last checked?

We last checked the short-term rental rules for St. Augustine on 5 Nov 2026.

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