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Myrtle Beach short-term rental rules (2026)

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These rules apply inside Myrtle Beach city limits only. Properties outside them follow county or neighboring-town rules.
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Market overview

RESTRICTEDStays under 90 nights

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

One of the most restrictive STR markets in South Carolina.

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
13%
total, on our records
Night cap
None
Fines
Up to $500

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RESTRICTEDStays of 30+ nights

Longer stays (30+ days)

Stays of 90 nights or more fall outside the short-term rental rules, but longer stays are only partly open here: some are limited to certain tenants, buildings or areas.

Some stays above this length are still limited here; the full report has the details.

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.

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The full Myrtle Beach rules

15 rules on record for Myrtle Beach, 6 of them from government sources. Every rule traced to its official source. How we research

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

Quick answers

Is Airbnb legal in Myrtle Beach?

Yes, with material limits. One of the most restrictive STR markets in South Carolina.

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

Yes, a license or registration is required.

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

13% in total on stays, on our records.

Is there a limit on rental nights in Myrtle Beach?

No night cap is on record.

What are the penalties in Myrtle Beach?

Fines of up to $500 are on record.

Can I rent for longer stays in Myrtle Beach?

Stays of 90 nights or more fall outside the short-term rental rules, but longer stays are only partly open here: some are limited to certain tenants, buildings or areas. Some stays above this length are still limited here; the full report has the details. Guests staying this long can gain tenant rights, such as protection from eviction.

When were the Myrtle Beach rules last checked?

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

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