Furnished seasonal residences on the Gulf beach and the canals, by the month.
A Marco Island vacation rental is usually measured in months. Most beachfront buildings set a minimum stay of 30 days or more, and the residences that lease are furnished condominiums on the Gulf and canal homes with a pool and a dock. 25 seasonal leases of waterfront residences were recorded from October 2024 to September 2026, and the tables below show what they rented for.
Marco Island Vacation Rentals at a Glance
| Leases Recorded | 25 seasonal leases of waterfront residences from October 2024 to September 2026, at a median of $5,995 a month; 18 of them on the Gulf beach |
| Listed Now | 55 waterfront seasonal rentals on October 10, 2026: 26 Gulf-front condominiums at a median asking rate of $9,150 a month, and 22 waterfront homes at $16,250 |
| In Season | In-season asking rates run a median of 1.85 times the off-season rate for the same residence |
| Minimum Stay | 30 days for 16 of the 25 recorded leases; 60 and 90 days in some buildings, set by each association |
| Furnished | 23 of the 25 recorded leases were furnished or turnkey |
| Where | The Collier Boulevard beachfront, Cape Marco, Hideaway Beach, and canal and bayfront homes across the island |
| Approval | Condominium associations approve every tenant; allow several weeks before arrival |
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What Marco Island Vacation Rentals Lease For
Seasonal leases of waterfront residences recorded in the MLS from October 2024 to September 2026, at the monthly rent achieved:
| Residence | Leases | Monthly |
|---|---|---|
| Gulf-front condos on the beach |
18 | $5,995 $1,950 to $13,500 |
| Bay and canal condos waterfront, off the beach |
4 | $2,350 $1,600 to $3,700 |
| Waterfront homes canal and bayfront |
3 | $31,000 $13,000 to $31,800 |
The range on the beach is wide because the months matter: the same residence leases for far more in February than in August. Recorded beachfront leases ran from $13,500 a month for a two-bedroom and den at Marbelle Club and $12,500 at Sandcastle to $1,950 for a one-bedroom at Marco Inn Villas. Waterfront homes rarely appear as recorded seasonal leases, though a five-bedroom canal home leased for about $31,000 a month in January 2025 and again in January 2026.
What Is Available Now
Seasonal waterfront rentals listed on October 10, 2026, at the monthly rate asked for the season:
| Residence | Listed | Asking |
|---|---|---|
| Gulf-front condos on the beach |
26 | $9,150 $2,500 to $16,000 |
| Bay and canal condos waterfront, off the beach |
7 | $6,000 $4,500 to $9,000 |
| Waterfront homes canal and bayfront |
22 | $16,250 $5,500 to $31,865 |
Asking rates for the season sit above recorded rents because they quote January through April, when Marco fills. At the top of the beachfront, Cape Marco residences have asked $16,999 to $25,000 a month in season over the last two years, at Monterrey and Veracruz.
Where Seasonal Guests Stay on Marco
The Collier Boulevard beachfront — high-rise condominiums on the sand from the north end to the resort district, where most seasonal leases are signed: South Seas, South Seas Club, Sandcastle, Gulfview, Tradewinds and Marbelle Club among them. Most require 30 days or more.
Cape Marco and Hideaway Beach — the gated beachfront at either end of the island, where seasonal residences are fewer; Cape Marco’s in-season asking rates are the highest on the beach.
Canal and bayfront homes — a private pool and a dock, with the Ten Thousand Islands at the end of the canal, for guests who travel with a boat or want the space of a house. Ask whether the dock is included and whether the route to the Gulf has bridges before you book.
Planning a Marco Season
The season begins in January, peaks in February and runs through April, and many seasonal residents now arrive in November. Returning tenants rebook the most requested residences early, so begin a search for January through April by late summer, and earlier for February. Condominium associations approve every tenant with an application and a fee, so allow several weeks between signing and arrival.
Owners: Renting a Marco Island Residence by the Season
The rules that decide what an owner can rent are set building by building: the minimum stay, how many leases are allowed each year, and whether the association approves tenants before arrival. Read them before you buy if rental income is part of the plan; our Marco Island beachfront condos page compares every Gulf-front building.
Short stays carry tax and licensing duties. Rentals of six months or less owe Florida sales tax and Collier County’s tourist development tax, and most need a vacation rental license from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation. The City of Marco Island adopted a vacation rental registration program in 2022 and ended it in October 2023, after a state law voided it; confirm the city’s current rules before listing. Our guide to vacation rental registration covers the county and state steps.
Alpizar Property Management handles seasonal rental management for stays of 30 to 180 days and annual lease management, for one flat percentage of the rent collected, with vendor work billed at cost and no hidden fees. We do not manage nightly or weekly stays. For a written rental analysis of your Marco Island residence, request one here.
Thinking of buying on Marco with a season in mind? See Marco Island real estate, or browse Marco Island annual rentals for a twelve-month lease.
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Marco Island Vacation Rentals: Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a vacation rental cost on Marco Island?
From October 2024 to September 2026, 25 seasonal leases of waterfront residences were recorded on Marco Island at a median of $5,995 a month. Gulf-front condominiums leased for a median of $5,995, from $1,950 to $13,500. On October 10, 2026, Gulf-front condominiums were listed for the season at a median of $9,150 a month.
What is the minimum stay for a Marco Island rental?
Each condominium association sets its own. Sixteen of the 25 seasonal waterfront leases recorded over the last two years had a 30-day minimum, and some buildings require 60 or 90 days. Homes outside an association follow the owner’s terms and city and state rules.
When is the season on Marco Island?
January through April, with February the busiest month. Many seasonal residents arrive in November, and in-season rates run nearly double the off-season rate for the same residence.
Are Marco Island vacation rentals furnished?
Almost always. Twenty-three of the 25 seasonal waterfront leases recorded over the last two years were furnished or turnkey, and turnkey residences come ready to move into.
Can I rent a Marco Island home with a boat dock?
Yes. Many canal homes lease with use of the dock, and some include a boat lift. Confirm in the lease whether the dock and lift are included, the lift capacity, and whether the route to the Gulf passes under a bridge.
Does Alpizar Property Management manage Marco Island vacation rentals?
Yes, for furnished stays of 30 to 180 days and annual leases, for one flat percentage of the rent collected. We do not manage nightly or weekly rentals. Call (239) 438-1102 for a rental analysis.
Leases are from Naples Area Board of REALTORS® MLS records for Marco Island (MLS area MI01), recorded as rented from October 1, 2024 to September 30, 2026, with listings as of October 10, 2026, compiled by Alpizar & Company. Waterfront residences only, as reported in each listing; rents are monthly, at the rent achieved. Many leases are arranged directly and never recorded in the MLS, so these figures describe the recorded market. Leasing rules, minimum stays and licensing requirements change; confirm them with the association and the City of Marco Island before signing or listing.
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