Taxes & Fees: Castro Valley vs Oakland
How do taxes & fees rules compare between Castro Valley, CA and Oakland, CA?
Castro Valley and Oakland have similar restriction levels.
Castro Valley, CA
Alameda County
Unincorporated Alameda County imposes a Transient Occupancy Tax on short-term lodging of 30 days or fewer; combined TOT rates in Alameda County cities typically range from about 10 to 14 percent.
View full Castro Valley rules →Oakland, CA
Alameda County
Oakland imposes a 14% Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) on stays under 30 days, authorized under California Revenue & Taxation Code §7280 and OMC Chapter 4.24. STR hosts must register, obtain a Business Tax Certificate, pay annual STR permit fees, and remit TOT monthly (or via platform collection agreements with Airbnb and similar services).
View full Oakland rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Castro Valley | Oakland |
|---|---|---|
| Tax type | Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) | - |
| Applies to stays | 30 consecutive days or fewer | - |
| Combined rate range | ~10 to 14 percent countywide | - |
| Filing | County Treasurer-Tax Collector | - |
| Platform collection | Varies by booking platform | - |
| - | - |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Castro Valley FAQ
Does Airbnb collect TOT for Alameda County hosts?
Platform collection agreements vary by jurisdiction; hosts should verify their specific city or unincorporated area and file directly when needed.
Is TOT owed on longer stays?
No. Stays of 31 or more consecutive days are generally exempt from TOT but may be subject to other landlord-tenant rules.
Oakland FAQ
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