Stillwater, Minnesota

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Washington County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredTax: 3%
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/19/2026
3%Tax Rate
120 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$600 application fee (non-refundable)
Renewalevery 3 years
Permit Cap50 permits
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNo

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNo
Primary Residence RequiredNo
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Max Nights Per Year30 days or less per stay (not per year)
Density / Distance Cap50 licenses outside of the Central Business District
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT3%

Official Sources

stillwatermn.gov/city-government/departments/community-development/short-term-home-rental
Data confidence: 92%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Stillwater, Minnesota

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Stillwater, Minnesota are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $600 application fee (non-refu). A lodging/occupancy tax of 3% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Stillwater, Minnesota?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $600 application fee (non-refu.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Stillwater?

Short-term rentals in Stillwater are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 3%.

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

Yes — Stillwater sets a cap of 30 rental nights per year.

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

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