Seal Beach, California

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Orange County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/19/2026
29Annual Cap

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Renewalannual
Permit Cap1 permits
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Max Nights Per Year29
Density / Distance CapAn owner shall not be granted a permit for more than one STR within the City of Seal Beach
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • Coastal Zone only

Official Sources

sealbeachca.gov/Portals/0/Documents/CC%20Ord%201701%202023-01-23.pdf?ver=2023-01-26-130718-270
Data confidence: 85%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Seal Beach, California

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Seal Beach, California are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Seal Beach, California?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Seal Beach, California.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Seal Beach?

A short-term rental permit is required.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Seal Beach?

Yes — Seal Beach sets a cap of 29 rental nights per year.

Where do these Seal Beach short-term rental rules come from?

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