Killeen, Texas
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Bell County
Allowed (Permit Required)
STR Status
Permit: RequiredMin Stay: less than 30
less than 30Min. Night Stay
Permit & Licensing
Permit RequiredYes
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified
Owner Requirements
Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified
Limits & Restrictions
Minimum Night Stayless than 30
Parking RequiredNot specified
Taxes & Fees
Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates
Official Sources
Data confidence: 93%Last updated: June 7, 2026
Short-term rental rules in Killeen, Texas
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Killeen, Texas are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit.
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Killeen, Texas?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Killeen, Texas.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Killeen?
A short-term rental permit is required.
Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Killeen?
Yes — Killeen sets a minimum stay of 30 nights.
Where do these Killeen short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Killeen'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 Killeen, Bell County, or Texas authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.