Webster Groves, Missouri

Short-Term Rental Regulations — St. Louis County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $30.00Owner Occupancy Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/8/2026
$30.00License Cost

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$30.00
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredYes
Primary Residence RequiredYes
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • yes

Official Sources

webstergrovesmo.gov/DocumentCenter/View/6923/Short-Term-Rentals-License-Application
Data confidence: 91%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Webster Groves, Missouri

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Webster Groves, Missouri are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $30.00). The property must be owner-occupied.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Webster Groves, Missouri?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Webster Groves, Missouri. The property must be owner-occupied.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Webster Groves?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $30.00.

Where do these Webster Groves short-term rental rules come from?

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