Sea Bright, New Jersey

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Monmouth County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $500Tax: 3%Min Stay: 7
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/10/2026
$500License Cost
7Min. Night Stay
3%Tax Rate
732 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$500
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stay7
Density / Distance Cap732 ft
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT3%

Zoning Restrictions

  • yes — STRs permitted in condominiums (where bylaws allow), single-family residences, one unit of a two-family dwelling (owner-occupied), and up to two units of a multifamily dwelling (owner-occupied); prohibited in certain room rentals sharing facilities

Official Sources

Data confidence: 88%Last updated: June 10, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Sea Bright, New Jersey

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Sea Bright, New Jersey are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $500). A lodging/occupancy tax of 3% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Sea Bright, New Jersey?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Sea Bright, New Jersey.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Sea Bright?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $500.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Sea Bright?

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

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Sea Bright?

Yes — Sea Bright sets a minimum stay of 7 nights.

Where do these Sea Bright short-term rental rules come from?

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