Berkeley, Missouri

Short-Term Rental Regulations — St. Louis County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredBusiness License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/9/2026
365Annual Cap
100 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$259 first year, $125 each year thereafter
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNo
Primary Residence RequiredNo
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Max Nights Per Year365
Density / Distance Cap100 ft
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

ecode360.com/34518036
Data confidence: 96%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Berkeley, Missouri

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Berkeley, Missouri are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $259 first year, $125 each yea).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Berkeley, Missouri?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $259 first year, $125 each yea.

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

Yes — Berkeley sets a cap of 365 rental nights per year.

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

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