Airbnbs near South Beach Miami
Miami Beach has some of the strictest short-term-rental laws in the country — most residential zones flat-out ban stays under six months. That's why the majority of legal 'Airbnbs near South Beach' are technically in the adjacent zones (Sunny Isles, North Beach, Mid-Beach) or across the bridge in Miami proper. This page is honest about what's legal, and walks through the neighborhoods that beat the tourist strip for actual quality of stay.
Best neighborhoods to book
The southern tip of South Beach. Some legal STR condo buildings, upscale, quieter.
Between 24th and 63rd Streets. Legal STR condo buildings, still beachfront.
70s–80s streets. Cheaper, more residential, still walkable to sand.
Just north. Legal short-term rentals, cheaper high-rises with ocean views.
Across the bridge. Walkable neighborhood, quick Uber to the beach.
Best for
What you'll pay
Art Basel (December), New Year's, Ultra (March), and Super Bowl years peak. Summer is much cheaper.
Booking tips
- Miami Beach fines both hosts and guests for illegal STRs. Only book in condo buildings that legally allow short-term rentals — the listing should state 'short-term rentals allowed' or list a TR number.
- SoFi (South of Fifth) has the best walkability and best restaurants.
- Ocean Drive itself is loud all night — book a block or two off it.
- For Art Basel or Ultra weekends, book 4+ months out.
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Start a free watchFrequently asked questions
Is Airbnb legal in South Beach?
Only in specific condo buildings that legally allow short-term rentals under Miami Beach's zoning. Most single-family homes cannot legally rent short-term.
How do I know a listing is legal?
Look for a Miami Beach Transient Rental (TR) license number on the listing and language like 'short-term rentals allowed in this building.'
Where's cheaper: South Beach or Sunny Isles?
Sunny Isles by a good margin, with easy legal STR inventory and ocean views.
How close can an Airbnb be to the beach?
SoFi, Mid-Beach, and Sunny Isles all have beachfront condo listings — you're on the sand in a few minutes.
My Art Basel week is sold out. Anything I can do?
Start a free BetterStay watch — Art Basel cancellations spike 2–4 weeks before check-in.