Abingdon, Virginia

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Washington County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $25Min Stay: 1Owner Occupancy RequiredBusiness License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/19/2026
$25License Cost
1Min. Night Stay
90Annual Cap

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$25
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredYes
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stay1
Max Nights Per Year90
Density / Distance CapA host may register and operate only one residential dwelling unit as a HomeStay in the Town
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

Data confidence: 97%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Abingdon, Virginia

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Abingdon, Virginia are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $25). The property must be owner-occupied.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Abingdon, Virginia?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Abingdon, Virginia. The property must be owner-occupied.

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

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $25.

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

Yes — Abingdon sets a minimum stay of 1 night and a cap of 90 rental nights per year.

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

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