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Arcadia
short-term rental taxes.

Data date: Jun 2026

Start with the recorded local taxes and permit overview for Arcadia, California. Check the current requirements for your exact address.

Rental restrictions are recorded in Arcadia
STRs and home-sharing PROHIBITED citywide (Ord. 2348, 2017) incl advertising on Airbnb/VRBO.
Find published guidance for your Arcadia address
Check published permit and tax guidance for Arcadia.

What you need to do in Arcadia

Checked against the source
  1. Restricted
    Short-term rentals are restricted in Arcadia

    STRs and home-sharing PROHIBITED citywide (Ord. 2348, 2017) incl advertising on Airbnb/VRBO.

  2. To confirm
    Check whether you need a license or permit

    The record does not say whether Arcadia requires a short-term rental license. Ask the city or county licensing office.

    Where to apply

  3. To do
    Collect and remit the 12% Arcadia occupancy tax yourself

    The record says booking platforms do not collect it, so you add it to every booking, platform and direct, and pay it to the authority.

  4. To confirm
    Find out how often you file and when returns are due

    The record gives no filing schedule. Ask the tax office how often you file and when returns are due.

Verify each step with the authority before you file or apply. Source

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What to know.

Rental restrictions are recorded for Arcadia. Check the rule's scope and exceptions before listing. STRs and home-sharing PROHIBITED citywide (Ord. 2348, 2017) incl advertising on Airbnb/VRBO. The published guide for Arcadia lists 12% local occupancy tax. License or registration details are not available.

At a glance.

Local tax
12%
State tax
Local only
License
Restricted
Local filing
You collect and remit
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Platform tax collection guidance for Arcadia

Collection is shown separately for each booking channel. Direct-booking taxes are paid by the host.

PlatformStateLocal
AirbnbNoneYou collect and remit
VrboNoneYou collect and remit
Booking.comNoneYou collect and remit
DirectNoneYou collect and remit

Platform collects means the platform pays that tax. You collect and remit means you pay it. Collection details unavailable identifies a missing answer for that channel. Filing duties are listed separately.

Your next steps

  • Find permit information

    Permit requirements are not available in this guide. The linked authority provides application information.

  • Collection of the 12% local tax

    You collect and remit this tax using the linked filing instructions.

  • File your tax returns

    Find out how often you file and when returns are due. The record gives no filing schedule. Ask the tax office how often you file and when returns are due.

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FigureValueSourceStatus
Arcadia occupancy tax12%
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California local lodging tax guidanceLocally administered
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Licensing recordNot available
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Official sources for the taxes and permit requirements shown above.

Arcadia STR tax FAQ

Does Airbnb pay my Arcadia occupancy taxes?

You collect and remit this tax for Airbnb and direct bookings.

Do I need a license to Airbnb in Arcadia?

Rental restrictions apply in Arcadia. The eligibility notes below describe the applicable conditions and exceptions.

What happens if I don't file?

Penalties and interest depend on the tax and authority. Check the applicable rules and contact the authority about any missed filings or payments.

How often do I file?

Find out how often you file and when returns are due. The record gives no filing schedule. Ask the tax office how often you file and when returns are due.