Can you do rental arbitrage in Anaheim?
Only where a city permit already exists. We have 5 Anaheim homes where the landlord already said yes to Airbnb. The city is the hard part: our guide rates Anaheim a red light, because the city doesn't allow new short-term rentals in zones that allow homes. A permit the city already issued can pass to a lessee through a transfer application and a $498 fee, so ask the city to confirm the property holds a current permit before you sign.
From our Anaheim guide, where every rule links to its source.
Anaheim homes you're allowed to Airbnb
5 homes where the landlord already said yes. Members see the address, real photos and rent.
IllustrationAnaheim, CA
Est. $2,500/mo profitEst. $12,000 to $13,000/mo on Airbnb
IllustrationAnaheim, CA
Est. $2,000/mo profitEst. $9,000 to $10,000/mo on Airbnb
IllustrationAnaheim, CA
Est. $750/mo profitEst. $6,000 to $7,000/mo on Airbnb
IllustrationAnaheim, CA
Est. $750/mo profitEst. $6,000 to $7,000/mo on AirbnbPictures are illustrations, not the real homes. Profit and revenue are estimates from BNBCalc and AirDNA data.
Anaheim's rules for rental arbitrage
Skip Anaheim unless the property already holds a valid city permit. Ask the city to confirm that before you sign anything.
- A permit can pass to a new owner, or to a lessee who takes the leasehold, through a transfer application
- Stays of 30 days or more fall outside the short-term rental rules
- No new permits in zones that allow homes
- A permit that expires, isn't renewed or is revoked can't be replaced for that property
- 1Ask the city's Business License staff to confirm the property holds a current permit and when it renews, since renewals are due July 31.
- 2Get the owner's written agreement to stay on the permit and to name you as agent.
How it works with STR Exchange
- 1Pick an approved home. Every home on our list has the landlord's OK to Airbnb. We find them by calling landlords every day.
- 2Sign the lease. Usually through your LLC. We help with the tour, the application and the deal.
- 3List it on Airbnb. Guests cover the rent and bills.
Questions
Do I need a license in Anaheim?
Anaheim doesn't issue new permits. An existing permit can pass to a lessee through a transfer application and a $498 fee.
What taxes do guests pay in Anaheim?
15% city transient occupancy tax, charged on the rent.
Whose name goes on the lease?
Usually your LLC. We recommend it for your protection. If a landlord will only sign a personal lease, it's your call.
What does STR Exchange cost?
Free to create an account. Membership is $149 a month after you're approved. The acquisition fee, our finder's fee, is $2,500 unfurnished or $3,500 furnished per home, due the day you sign the lease. Never before.
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