Surfside, Florida

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Miami-Dade County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $100.00Tax: 4%
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/17/2026
$100.00License Cost
4%Tax Rate

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$100.00
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Max Nights Per Year3 rental periods per 12-month period
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT4%

Official Sources

Data confidence: 95%Last updated: June 17, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Surfside, Florida

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Surfside, Florida are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $100.00). A lodging/occupancy tax of 4% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Surfside, Florida?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Surfside, Florida.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Surfside?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $100.00.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Surfside?

Short-term rentals in Surfside are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 4%.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Surfside?

Yes — Surfside sets a cap of 3 rental nights per year.

Where do these Surfside short-term rental rules come from?

These details are verified against Surfside'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 Surfside, Miami-Dade County, or Florida authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.