San Leandro, California
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Alameda County
STR Status
Permit & Licensing
Owner Requirements
Limits & Restrictions
Taxes & Fees
Zoning Restrictions
- Accessory dwelling units (ADUs) prohibited; single family homes, apartment units, and bedrooms permitted
Official Sources
Short-term rental rules in San Leandro, California
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in San Leandro, California are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit. The property must be owner-occupied. A lodging/occupancy tax of 14% applies.
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in San Leandro, California?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in San Leandro, California. The property must be owner-occupied.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in San Leandro?
A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required.
What taxes apply to short-term rentals in San Leandro?
Short-term rentals in San Leandro are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 14%.
Where do these San Leandro short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against San Leandro'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 San Leandro, Alameda County, or California authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.