Chelsea vs Revere
How do taxes & fees rules compare between Chelsea, MA and Revere, MA?
Chelsea has fewer restrictions than Revere.
Chelsea, MA
Suffolk County
STRs in Chelsea are subject to the Massachusetts state room occupancy excise tax (5.7%) plus Chelsea's local option tax. DOR registration fee is $50/year. STR platforms collect and remit taxes.
View full Chelsea rules →Revere, MA
Suffolk County
STRs in Revere are subject to Massachusetts state room occupancy excise tax (5.7% under MGL c. 64G) plus Revere's local option tax. State DOR registration required (Room Occupancy Consolidated tax via MassTaxConnect). $300 annual city registration fee applies in addition to taxes.
View full Revere rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Chelsea | Revere |
|---|---|---|
| State Tax | 5.7% room occupancy excise (MGL c. 64G) | 5.7% room occupancy excise (MGL c. 64G) |
| Local Option | Chelsea may impose up to 6% | Up to 6% city option tax |
| DOR Fee | $50/year registration | - |
| Insurance | $1M liability required per stay | $250,000 liability minimum per incident |
| City Fee | - | $300/year registration + $50 inspection |
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Chelsea FAQ
What taxes do I owe on short-term rental income in Chelsea?
STRs in Chelsea are subject to the Massachusetts state room occupancy excise tax (5.7%) plus Chelsea's local option tax. DOR registration fee is $50/year. STR platforms collect and remit taxes.
How much is the short-term rental license fee in Chelsea?
State Tax: 5.7% room occupancy excise (MGL c. 64G). Local Option: Chelsea may impose up to 6%. DOR Fee: $50/year registration. Insurance: $1M liability required per stay.
Revere FAQ
What taxes do I owe on short-term rental income in Revere?
STRs in Revere are subject to Massachusetts state room occupancy excise tax (5.7% under MGL c. 64G) plus Revere's local option tax. State DOR registration required (Room Occupancy Consolidated tax via MassTaxConnect). $300 annual city registration fee applies in addition to taxes.
How much is the short-term rental license fee in Revere?
State Tax: 5.7% room occupancy excise (MGL c. 64G). Local Option: Up to 6% city option tax. City Fee: $300/year registration + $50 inspection. Insurance: $250,000 liability minimum per incident.
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