Milford, Massachusetts

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Worcester County

Allowed

STR Status

Permit: RequiredTax: 5.7%Owner Occupancy Required
County-level data: No city-specific ordinance found. Showing regulations for Worcester County which apply to this area.
14 nights/yrAnnual Cap
5.7%Tax Rate

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredYes
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Max Nights Per Year14 nights
Density / Distance Cap2
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT5.7%

Official Sources

bnbcalc.com/blog/short-term-rental-regulation/Worcester-Massachusetts-guideworcesterma.gov/city-clerk/ordinances-regulationsredawning.com/pm/post/massachusetts-short-term-rental-lawsmass.gov/info-details/massachusetts-law-about-landlord-and-tenantmass.gov/info-details/re109r25-short-term-residential-vacation-rentalmaxmiaproperties.com/renters-rightsworcesterma.gov/announcements/worcester-launches-rental-registry-program
Data confidence: 67%Last updated: May 22, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Milford, Massachusetts

Milford, Massachusetts has no separate city ordinance, so Worcester County rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed. Operators must obtain a permit. The property must be owner-occupied. A lodging/occupancy tax of 5.7% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Milford, Massachusetts?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed in Milford, Massachusetts. The property must be owner-occupied.

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

A short-term rental permit is required.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Milford?

Short-term rentals in Milford are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 5.7%.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Milford?

Yes — Milford sets a cap of 14 rental nights per year.

Always verify before you buy. Short-term-rental rules change often and may not be fully current here. Confirm directly with Milford, Worcester County, or Massachusetts authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.