St. Louis, Missouri

Short-Term Rental Regulations — St. Louis County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredMin Stay: 2
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/7/2026
2Min. Night Stay
100 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stay2
Density / Distance Cap100 ft
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

stlouis-mo.gov/government/departments/public-safety/building/permits/short-term-rental-permits/index.cfm
Data confidence: 90%Last updated: June 7, 2026

Short-term rental rules in St. Louis, Missouri

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in St. Louis, Missouri are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in St. Louis, Missouri?

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

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in St. Louis?

A short-term rental permit is required.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in St. Louis?

Yes — St. Louis sets a minimum stay of 2 nights.

Where do these St. Louis short-term rental rules come from?

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