Arizona
2 citiesPhoenix
Arizona
State preemption protects STR rights. TPT license required, 5.6% state + local bed tax. One of the most investor-friendly markets in the US.
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Arizona
Protected by AZ state law. Registration required, nuisance ordinances in place. Popular luxury STR market with strong tourism demand.
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2 citiesLos Angeles
California
Primary residence requirement, 120-day annual cap. Home-sharing registration mandatory. 14% TOT. Heavy enforcement against non-compliant operators.
View Full RegulationsSan Diego
California
Tiered license system with caps. Non-primary residence STRs limited to 1% of housing units per community. 10.5% TOT plus tourism fees.
View Full RegulationsFlorida
2 citiesMiami
Florida
Certificate of Use required. 13% total bed tax (state + county + city). Varies by neighborhood - Miami Beach has stricter rules than mainland Miami.
View Full RegulationsOrlando
Florida
Tourism-friendly regulations. State license and local registration required. 12.5% combined taxes. Resort-zoned areas ideal for STR investment.
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4 citiesAustin
Texas
Type 1 (owner-occupied) and Type 2 (non-owner) licenses. Type 2 has density limits and zone restrictions. 15% combined HOT. Noise monitoring recommended.
View Full RegulationsDallas
Texas
Registration required but no density caps or strict zoning restrictions. 13% combined HOT (7% local + 6% state). HOA rules may apply.
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Texas
No zoning laws and no STR permit required. One of the most STR-friendly major cities in the US. 13% combined HOT. HOA and deed restrictions may apply.
View Full RegulationsSan Antonio
Texas
STR registration required with safety inspection. 15% combined HOT (9% local + 6% state). Additional restrictions in historic districts.
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