Tempe, Arizona

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Maricopa County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredBusiness License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/7/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$250 per property (January–June); $187.50 if issued July 1 or after
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT14.07% total (1.8% Tempe hotel + 5.0% Tempe additional hotel + 7.27% Arizona & Maricopa County transient lodging)

Official Sources

tempe.gov/government/financial-services/sales-tax-licensing/tempe-short-term-rental-license
Data confidence: 97%Last updated: June 7, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Tempe, Arizona

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Tempe, Arizona are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $250 per property (January–Jun). A lodging/occupancy tax of 14.07% total (1.8% T applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Tempe, Arizona?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Tempe, Arizona.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Tempe?

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $250 per property (January–Jun.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Tempe?

Short-term rentals in Tempe are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 14.07% total (1.8% T.

Where do these Tempe short-term rental rules come from?

These details are verified against Tempe'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 Tempe, Maricopa County, or Arizona authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.