Renting a furnished tourist home in Marseille is regulated. Since the law no. 2024-1039, known as the Le Meur law, the rules have tightened. Here is the essential to know before listing your home for short-term rental. This is informative and does not replace legal advice.
The registration number
Every home offered for short-term rental in Marseille needs a registration number, obtained through the town’s online procedure. This number must appear on all your listings, whatever the platform. Registration is becoming standard and operating without a valid number exposes you to penalties.
Primary or secondary residence
- Primary residence: you may rent it within the annual legal cap. This cap can be lowered by the town.
- Secondary residence: in tight markets such as Marseille, letting may require a change-of-use authorisation, sometimes with compensation.
Change of use and compensation
Turning a home into a furnished tourist rental on a lasting basis can fall under change of use. In the areas concerned, the town may require compensation, meaning the conversion of an equivalent surface back into housing. Rules vary by area and change over time: check with the town hall before you start.
Getting support
Regulation evolves and differs from one town to another in the Bouches-du-Rhone. Our local team guides you through the steps and brings your home into line before listing. Discover our Airbnb management in Marseille or get in touch.
