East Orange, New Jersey

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Essex County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $750Owner Occupancy Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/8/2026
$750License Cost
60Annual Cap

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$750
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredYes
Primary Residence RequiredYes
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Max Nights Per Year60
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • yes

Official Sources

Data confidence: 93%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in East Orange, New Jersey

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in East Orange, New Jersey are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $750). The property must be owner-occupied.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in East Orange, New Jersey?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in East Orange, New Jersey. The property must be owner-occupied.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in East Orange?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $750.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in East Orange?

Yes — East Orange sets a cap of 60 rental nights per year.

Where do these East Orange short-term rental rules come from?

These details are verified against East Orange'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 East Orange, Essex County, or New Jersey authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.