Osceola, Wisconsin

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Polk County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredMin Stay: 7
County-level data: No city-specific ordinance found. Showing regulations for Polk County which apply to this area.
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/14/2026
7Min. Night Stay
180Annual Cap

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 Stay7
Max Nights Per Year180
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

polkcountywi.gov/government/divisions_and_departments/environmental_services_division/zoning/faqs_-_zoning.php
Data confidence: 88%Last updated: June 14, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Osceola, Wisconsin

Osceola, Wisconsin has no separate city ordinance, so Polk County rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Osceola, Wisconsin?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required.

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

Yes — Osceola sets a minimum stay of 7 nights and a cap of 180 rental nights per year.

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

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