Sacramento, California
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Sacramento County
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Short-term rental rules in Sacramento, California
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Sacramento, California are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $50). A lodging/occupancy tax of 12% applies.
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Sacramento, California?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Sacramento, California.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Sacramento?
A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $50.
What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Sacramento?
Short-term rentals in Sacramento are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 12%.
Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Sacramento?
Yes — Sacramento sets a cap of 90 rental nights per year.
Where do these Sacramento short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Sacramento'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 Sacramento, Sacramento County, or California authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.