College Station, Texas

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Brazos County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredTax: 7%Min Stay: 30
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/7/2026
30Min. Night Stay
7%Tax Rate

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$100 permit fee, $100 inspection fee, $75 renewal fee
Renewalannually
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stay30
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT7%

Official Sources

Data confidence: 97%Last updated: June 7, 2026

Short-term rental rules in College Station, Texas

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in College Station, Texas are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $100 permit fee, $100 inspecti). A lodging/occupancy tax of 7% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in College Station, Texas?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in College Station, Texas.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in College Station?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $100 permit fee, $100 inspecti.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in College Station?

Short-term rentals in College Station are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 7%.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in College Station?

Yes — College Station sets a minimum stay of 30 nights.

Where do these College Station short-term rental rules come from?

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