Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Coral Gables, FL

Airbnb listings are allowed in Coral Gables, FL, but with restrictions. Short-term rentals (less than 6 months) are prohibited in all residential zones. They are permitted as a conditional use in MX1, MX2, and Central Business Districts, particularly when abutting single-family or multi-family districts, and are subject to daily fines for unauthorized operation. A permit is required before you can host. These rules apply to all short-term rental platforms (Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, etc.) — not just Airbnb specifically. See the official source linked on this page for full requirements. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term rentals (less than 6 months) are prohibited in all residential zones. They are permitted as a conditional use in MX1, MX2, and Central Business Districts, particularly when abutting single-family or multi-family districts, and are subject to daily fines for unauthorized operation.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Coral Gables.

Vrbo is permitted in Coral Gables, FL under the same restrictions that apply to Airbnb — local rules govern the rental itself, not the specific platform. You must hold a valid permit before hosting on Vrbo. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term rental hosts in Coral Gables are typically responsible for lodging, occupancy, and applicable sales taxes — these usually apply even where hosting is allowed without a permit. Rates and remittance rules vary by jurisdiction (state, county, and city can each levy a share); confirm the current rates with the official source linked on this page. Platforms such as Airbnb and Vrbo collect some taxes automatically, but the host remains liable for any not collected on their behalf.

We are not currently tracking any recent short-term rental ordinance changes for Coral Gables. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.