Malibu, California
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Los Angeles County
Allowed (Permit Required)
STR Status
Permit: RequiredFee: $495
$495License Cost
Permit & Licensing
Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$495
Business License RequiredNot specified
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: 88%Last updated: June 9, 2026
Short-term rental rules in Malibu, California
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Malibu, California are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $495).
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Malibu, California?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Malibu, California.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Malibu?
A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $495.
Where do these Malibu short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Malibu'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 Malibu, Los Angeles County, or California authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.