Cambridge, Maryland

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Dorchester County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/9/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$100 (Type 1), $200 (Type 2)
Renewalevery 3 years
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNo
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

choosecambridge.com/DocumentCenter/View/2110/Ordinance-No-1204---Short-Term-Rentals---As-Amended
Data confidence: 93%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Cambridge, Maryland

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Cambridge, Maryland are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $100 (Type 1), $200 (Type 2)).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Cambridge, Maryland?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $100 (Type 1), $200 (Type 2).

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

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