Bartlett, Texas

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Bell County

Conditional

STR Status

✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/10/2026
500 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredNot specified
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stayno minimum stated; must be less than 30 days and not less than 12 hours
Density / Distance Cap500 ft
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT7% local + 6% state = 13% total

Official Sources

bartlett-tx.us/finance/page/hotel-occupancy-taxes
Data confidence: 72%Last updated: June 10, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Bartlett, Texas

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Bartlett, Texas are allowed under certain conditions. A lodging/occupancy tax of 7% local + 6% state applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Bartlett, Texas?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Bartlett, Texas.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Bartlett?

Short-term rentals in Bartlett are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 7% local + 6% state .

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Bartlett?

Yes — Bartlett sets a minimum stay of 30 nights.

Where do these Bartlett short-term rental rules come from?

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