Isle of Palms

Isle of Palms strictly regulates STRs through a licensing system that includes a cap of 1,600 non-owner occupied units. Hosts must pay a $1,200 annual fee, pass safety inspections, and strictly adhere to occupancy and parking limits.

To host an Airbnb in Isle of Palms, you need to be very aware of the licensing cap; if you don't live in the property full-time, you might have to join a waitlist if the 1,600 limit is met. You'll need to pay a fairly high annual fee of $1,200 and pass a fire safety inspection every year. Make sure you don't exceed the occupancy limit (usually 2 people per bedroom plus 2) and that your guests follow the strict parking and noise rules, or you could lose your license.