Niles, Illinois
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Cook County
Prohibited
STR Status
Permit: RequiredMin Stay: 30
30Min. Night Stay
Permit & Licensing
Permit RequiredYes
Renewal1 year (extendable to 3 years)
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified
Owner Requirements
Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified
Limits & Restrictions
Minimum Night Stay30
Parking RequiredNot specified
Taxes & Fees
Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates
Zoning Restrictions
- STRs prohibited in residential districts
Official Sources
Data confidence: 97%Last updated: June 8, 2026
Short-term rental rules in Niles, Illinois
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Niles, Illinois are prohibited. Operators must obtain a permit.
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Niles, Illinois?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are prohibited in Niles, Illinois.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Niles?
A short-term rental permit is required.
Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Niles?
Yes — Niles sets a minimum stay of 30 nights.
Where do these Niles short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Niles'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 Niles, Cook County, or Illinois authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.