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30A and South Walton: short-term rental tax and permits
Last checked Oct 26, 2026 from official sources. Not tax advice.
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Check my countyReserve a founding place| Towns | Seaside, Rosemary Beach, WaterColor, Alys Beach, Grayton Beach, Santa Rosa Beach, Inlet Beach, Seagrove, Miramar Beach (unincorporated Walton County, south of Choctawhatchee Bay) |
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| Lodging tax | 5% Walton TDT south of the bay, plus Florida 6% state sales tax and the county surtax |
| Does Airbnb collect it? | No. The Walton Clerk says the county is not contracted with any platform. Airbnb and Vrbo collect only the state sales tax and surtax. |
| Permit | Walton Short-Term Vacation Rental Certificate, $300 per property per year (individual), window opens Apr 1, term Jun 1–May 31. $500 per day for operating without one; you must be certified before advertising. State DBPR license also required ($230 new single unit). |
| Filing | Monthly via waltontdt.munirevs.com, by the 20th, $0 months included. |
| Watch out | Many 30A homes sit inside HOAs (Rosemary Beach, WaterColor, Alys Beach) with their own rental rules: confirm with your HOA. |
Common mistakes
- Assuming the Airbnb tax line covers Walton TDT.
- Advertising before the certificate arrives.
- Leaving cleaning fees out of taxable rent.
County-level detail: Walton County guide · Florida hub
Related guides
- Walton County short-term vacation rental certificate: what it costs and when to renew
- How to register for Walton County tourist development tax (30A and South Walton)
- Florida TDT explained
- Airbnb vs Vrbo: who collects where
- How to catch up on missed returns
Sources
- Walton Clerk, Tourist Development Tax (checked Oct 26, 2026)
- Walton County STVR Registration (checked Oct 26, 2026)
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