Northfield, Minnesota

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Rice County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredProcessing: 60 days
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/8/2026
50 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$110 first unit (Type 1, 2-year); $350 first unit (Type 2, 1-year); $290 first unit (Type 3, 6-month); $25 each additional unit
Renewal6 months, 1 year, or 2 years depending on license type
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified
Est. Processing Time60 days

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap50 ft
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

northfieldmn.gov/383/Rental-License
Data confidence: 93%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Northfield, Minnesota

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Northfield, Minnesota are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $110 first unit (Type 1, 2-yea).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Northfield, Minnesota?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $110 first unit (Type 1, 2-yea.

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

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