Dallas vs Minneapolis
Texas Restricted | Minnesota Legal with Permit
Disclaimer: General information only — not legal advice. Verify with your local government.
| Requirement | Dallas, Texas | Minneapolis, Minnesota |
|---|---|---|
| Legality Status | Restricted | Legal with Permit |
| Permit Fee | $285 registration fee | $64 short-term rental registration fee |
| Tax Rate | 13% Hotel Occupancy Tax (7% city + 6% state) | 6.875% state sales tax + up to 3% Minneapolis entertainment tax (~10% combined) |
| Annual Day Limit | No limit | No limit |
| Renewal Interval | Annual | Annual |
| Platform Remits Taxes | No — host must remit | Yes |
| Max Fine Example | $500–$2,000/violation | Up to $2,000 per violation; license revocation for repeated offenses |
| Verdict | Minneapolis has more favorable STR regulations overall. | |
Dallas, Texas
Status Restricted
Permit Fee $285 registration fee
Tax Rate 13% Hotel Occupancy Tax (7% city + 6% state)
Day Limit No limit
Renewal Annual
Platform Tax No
Max Fine $500–$2,000/violation
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Status Legal with Permit
Permit Fee $64 short-term rental registration fee
Tax Rate 6.875% state sales tax + up to 3% Minneapolis entertainment tax (~10% combined)
Day Limit No limit
Renewal Annual
Platform Tax Yes
Max Fine Up to $2,000 per violation; license revocation for repeated offenses
Minneapolis has more favorable STR regulations overall.
Dallas Overview
Dallas banned non-owner-occupied STRs in residential single-family zoning districts effective April 2023. Owner-occupied or 'hosted' stays and multifamily/commercial zoning remain allowed with registration.
Full Dallas guide →Minneapolis Overview
Owners limited to one STR property plus their homesteaded residence; buildings with 20+ units capped at 10% STR units. $300,000 liability insurance and neighbor notification required.
Full Minneapolis guide →Frequently Asked Questions
Is it easier to Airbnb in Dallas or Minneapolis?
Dallas is classified as "Restricted" while Minneapolis is "Legal with Permit." Dallas's permit fee is $285 registration fee compared to $64 short-term rental registration fee in Minneapolis.
Which city has higher STR taxes — Dallas or Minneapolis?
Dallas charges 13% Hotel Occupancy Tax (7% city + 6% state), while Minneapolis charges 6.875% state sales tax + up to 3% Minneapolis entertainment tax (~10% combined). Compare the full breakdown in the table above.
Which city has stricter fines for illegal short-term rentals?
Dallas: $500–$2,000/violation. Minneapolis: Up to $2,000 per violation; license revocation for repeated offenses.