Avella, Pennsylvania

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Washington County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Fee: $69Tax: 8.5%

$69License Cost

8.5%Tax Rate

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredNot specified

License Cost$69

Renewalannual

Business License RequiredNot specified

WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified

Primary Residence RequiredNot specified

Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT8.5%

Official Sources

phila.gov/services/permits-violations-licenses/rent-or-sell-property/rent-your-property-short-term/phila.gov/services/permits-violations-licenses/get-a-license/business-licenses/rental-and-property/get-a-rental-license/

Data confidence: 32%Last updated: May 30, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Avella, Pennsylvania

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Avella, Pennsylvania are allowed with a permit. A lodging/occupancy tax of 8.5% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Avella, Pennsylvania?

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

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

The fee is $69.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Avella?

Short-term rentals in Avella are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 8.5%.

Always verify before you buy. Short-term-rental rules change often and may not be fully current here. Confirm directly with Avella, Washington County, or Pennsylvania authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.