Everett, Massachusetts

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Middlesex County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/19/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Max Nights Per Yearno limit for home share and limited share units
Density / Distance Cap20% maximum of condos or rental units in large scale residential buildings
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT9% total (6% state excise + 3% community impact fee)

Official Sources

ecode360.com/39552099
Data confidence: 91%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Everett, Massachusetts

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Everett, Massachusetts are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit. A lodging/occupancy tax of 9% total (6% state e applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Everett, Massachusetts?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Everett?

Short-term rentals in Everett are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 9% total (6% state e.

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

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