Ellendale, Delaware
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Sussex County
Allowed (Permit Required)
STR Status
Fee: $125
$125License Cost
1900 ftBuffer Distance
Permit & Licensing
Permit RequiredNot specified
License Cost$125
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified
Owner Requirements
Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified
Limits & Restrictions
Density / Distance Cap1900 ft
Parking RequiredNot specified
Taxes & Fees
Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates
Official Sources
Data confidence: 65%Last updated: June 15, 2026
Short-term rental rules in Ellendale, Delaware
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Ellendale, Delaware are allowed with a permit.
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Ellendale, Delaware?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Ellendale, Delaware.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Ellendale?
The fee is $125.
Where do these Ellendale short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Ellendale'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 Ellendale, Sussex County, or Delaware authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.