La Mesa, California
Short-Term Rental Regulations — San Diego County
Allowed
STR Status
Permit & Licensing
Permit RequiredNot specified
Business License RequiredNo
WaitlistNot specified
Owner Requirements
Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified
Limits & Restrictions
Parking RequiredNot specified
Taxes & Fees
Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates
Official Sources
Data confidence: 82%Last updated: June 8, 2026
Short-term rental rules in La Mesa, California
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in La Mesa, California are allowed.
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in La Mesa, California?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed in La Mesa, California.
Where do these La Mesa short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against La Mesa'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 La Mesa, San Diego County, or California authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.