Bridgewater, Massachusetts
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Plymouth County
Allowed
STR Status
Permit: RequiredFee: $50
County-level data: No city-specific ordinance found. Showing regulations for Plymouth County which apply to this area.
$50License Cost
105 ftBuffer Distance
Permit & Licensing
Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$50
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified
Owner Requirements
Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified
Limits & Restrictions
Density / Distance Cap105 ft
Parking RequiredNot specified
Taxes & Fees
Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates
Zoning Restrictions
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Official Sources
plymouth-ma.gov/545/Short-Term-Rentalplymouth-ma.gov/DocumentCenter/View/1956/Short-Term-Rental-Registration-PDFwickedlocal.com/story/old-colony-memorial/2021/05/07/plymouth-board-peacefully-develops-new-rules-short-term-rentals/4945679001/strisker.com/place/plymouth-ma/plymouth-ma.gov/463/Short-Term-Rental-Community-Impact-Feeplymouth-ma.gov/546/Links-to-Town-By-laws-MA-General-Laws-Rebackyardadus.com/adu-regulations-ma/plymouth-ma-adu-rules
Data confidence: 57%Last updated: May 20, 2026
Short-term rental rules in Bridgewater, Massachusetts
Bridgewater, Massachusetts has no separate city ordinance, so Plymouth County rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $50).
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Bridgewater, Massachusetts?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed in Bridgewater, Massachusetts.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Bridgewater?
A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $50.
Always verify before you buy. Short-term-rental rules change often and may not be fully current here. Confirm directly with Bridgewater, Plymouth County, or Massachusetts authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.