College Park, Maryland

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Prince George's 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

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredYes
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stay1
Max Nights Per Year90 (non-owner-occupied); 180 (owner-occupied)
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

Data confidence: 95%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in College Park, Maryland

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in College Park, Maryland are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit. The home must be the host's primary residence.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in College Park, Maryland?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in College Park, Maryland. The home must be the host's primary residence.

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

A short-term rental permit is required.

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

Yes — College Park sets a minimum stay of 1 night and a cap of 90 rental nights per year.

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

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