South Tucson, Arizona
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Pima County
Allowed (Permit Required)
STR Status
Fee: up to $250Owner Occupancy Required
up to $250License Cost
Permit & Licensing
Permit RequiredNot specified
License Costup to $250
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified
Owner Requirements
Owner Occupancy RequiredYes
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes
Limits & Restrictions
Parking RequiredNot specified
Taxes & Fees
Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates
Zoning Restrictions
- yes, cities may apply zoning and use ordinances including noise, property maintenance, and nuisance rules
Official Sources
Data confidence: 88%Last updated: June 9, 2026
Short-term rental rules in South Tucson, Arizona
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in South Tucson, Arizona are allowed with a permit. The property must be owner-occupied.
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in South Tucson, Arizona?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in South Tucson, Arizona. The property must be owner-occupied.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in South Tucson?
The fee is up to $250.
Where do these South Tucson short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against South Tucson's official short-term rental ordinance and updated when the rules change.
Always verify before you buy. Short-term-rental rules change often and may not be fully current here. Confirm directly with South Tucson, Pima County, or Arizona authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.