180 Day Hosting Period Toronto

[Kevin1283]

Hi Toronto Hosters! 

My name is Hyung Rae Kim and I’m the operator of a short-term rental in Toronto.

Regarding the 180-day rule for short-term rentals, is stating that Airbnb's that have over 3 bedrooms can list on the Airbnb with unlimited nights in the year? Or is that still under the 180-night rule?

Thank you! 

[Bhumika]

Hi @Kevin1283 ,

Since it has been a while, did you happen to get further information about it elsewhere?

I also found some general information about Hosting in Toronto in a help centre article here: https://www.airbnb.co.uk/help/article/2158. I hope you find it useful.

[Attilio21 · Accepted solution]

Hi @Kevin1283, you can rent up to three bedrooms in a unit for an unlimited number of nights per year only if you live in the property.

I hope this help.

[Melisa152]

Hi there @Attilio21  , i am wondering if anyone knows if this is still the case? 

[Attilio21]

Yes, unfortunately the rule still applies.

As a recap:

First off you need to be the prime resident and get a licence.
If you decide to rent the entire house/condo for less than 28 days on Airbnb, VRBO, or other STR platforms, you can not exceed 180 days per calendar year.

On the other hand, if you decide to live in the house/condo simultaneously with other guests (aka one bedroom is for you and the others are for your guests) you can rent it for an unlimited number of nights per year.

Feel free to contact me if you have a more specific situation.

[Germell0]

Title: Built a compliance tool for Toronto STR hosts after watching too many people get fined

I manage a few short-term rental units in Toronto and got tired of manually tracking the 180-night cap, MAT filings, and registration dates. Airbnb doesn't tell you when you're close. VRBO doesn't calculate your tax. The city doesn't send reminders — it sends fines.

Why multi-unit investors specifically care:

• Each unit has its own 180-night cap. 5 units = 5 separate exposure points.
• Combined fine risk on a 5-unit portfolio can be $250,000+.
• One missed MAT quarter on $15K/month revenue = $2,700+ owed plus penalties.

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