Oak Park, Illinois

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Cook County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredMin Stay: 1
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/8/2026
1Min. Night Stay
182Annual Cap

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$100 (owner-occupied); $250 (non-owner-occupied Village resident); same as bed and breakfast (non-owner-occupied non-resident)
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stay1
Max Nights Per Year182
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/oakparkil/latest/oakpark_il/0-0-0-19870
Data confidence: 97%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Oak Park, Illinois

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Oak Park, Illinois are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $100 (owner-occupied); $250 (n).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Oak Park, Illinois?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Oak Park, Illinois.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Oak Park?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $100 (owner-occupied); $250 (n.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Oak Park?

Yes — Oak Park sets a minimum stay of 1 night and a cap of 182 rental nights per year.

Where do these Oak Park short-term rental rules come from?

These details are verified against Oak Park'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 Oak Park, Cook County, or Illinois authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.