How long do you have to rent a short term rental in Lake San Marcos?

In Lake San Marcos, short term rentals are based on the lease length. You have to follow the contract between you and the property owner. Some short term rentals are month to month, some are weekends, weekly, or nightly.

Are there any 3 month lease rentals in Lake San Marcos, CA?

Yes, we have Lake San Marcos short term rentals available. You can select specific check-in and check-out dates under our monthly lease tab on Zumper.com . For 3 month rentals in Lake San Marcos, select Lake San Marcos and select your 3 month lease duration.

Are there any 6 month lease rentals in Lake San Marcos, CA?

Yes, we have 6 month rentals in Lake San Marcos, CA. You can select specific check-in and check-out dates under our monthly lease tab on Zumper.com . For a 6 month lease in Lake San Marcos, select Lake San Marcos and select your 6 month lease duration.

Short Term Rentals in Lake San Marcos, CA

25 rentals available

New construction

14h ago

Short Term townhouse for rent in Carlsbad

Thyme & Tide Retreat

2533 Thyme Way, Carlsbad, CA 92008

Short term | In-unit laundry | Furnished

4 beds

3 baths

$9,400

House for rent

Available Oct 20

Top amenities

Carpet

Garage Parking

In-Unit Laundry

Microwave

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

14h ago

Short Term Mira Costa condo for rent in Oceanside

3 BR 2 Bath Condo in Gated Community With Pool

3531 Cameo Dr #101, Oceanside, CA 92056

Short term | In-unit laundry | Furnished

3 beds

2 baths

$7,680

Condo for rent

Available Jul 4

Top amenities

Dishwasher

Fireplace

High Ceilings

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

Swimming Pool

14h ago

Short Term townhouse for rent in Carlsbad

Modern 2-bed, 2-bath beach townhome

6160 Paseo Ensillar, Carlsbad, CA 92009

Short term | In-unit laundry | Furnished

2 beds

2 baths

$6,200

House for rent

Available Aug 1

Top amenities

Dishwasher

In-Unit Laundry

Microwave

Storage

Swimming Pool

17h ago

Excellent

Verified

701 Breeze Hill Road

701 Breeze Hill Rd #1037A, Vista, CA 92081

Short term | In-unit laundry | Furnished

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$3,530–$6,240

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Assigned Parking

Furnished

In-Unit Laundry

Oven

Wi-Fi

17h ago

Verified

4866 Hillside Dr, Carlsbad, CA 92008

Short term | In-unit laundry | Furnished

3 beds

2 baths

$18,454

$17,058

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Assigned Parking

Central Heat

Fireplace

In-Unit Laundry

Oven

17h ago

9.6

Excellent

Verified

823 Nordahl Road

823 Nordahl Rd #1057A, San Marcos, CA 92069

Short term | In-unit laundry | Furnished

1–3 beds

1–2 baths

$3,360–$4,670

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Furnished

In-Unit Laundry

Microwave

Oven

Wi-Fi

Nearby rental good for eco-living

$5,300

San Marcos

Nearby rental good for pet owners

$4,400

Ocean Hills

Rent special

1d ago

9.3

Excellent

Verified

Sunterra

3851 Sherbourne Dr, Oceanside, CA 92056

Short term | On-site laundry | Balcony

2 beds

1–2 baths

$2,379–$3,365

Price drop

Apartment for rent

Available Jul 17

Top amenities

Hardwood Floor

On-Site Laundry

Call

3d ago

Short Term condo for rent in San Marcos

220 Woodland Pkwy, San Marcos, CA 92069

Short term | In-unit laundry | Furnished

1 bed

1 bath

$3,250

Condo for rent

Available May 14

Top amenities

Assigned Parking

Dishwasher

EV Charging

Furnished

In-Unit Laundry

Swimming Pool

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3d ago

Verified

211 Chapalita Dr, Encinitas, CA 92024

Short term | In-unit laundry | Furnished

3 beds

2 baths

$7,526

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Assigned Parking

Dishwasher

In-Unit Laundry

Microwave

Wi-Fi

3d ago

Verified

541 San Dieguito Dr, Encinitas, CA 92024

Short term | In-unit laundry | Furnished

4 beds

3 baths

$10,412

Apartment for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Assigned Parking

Central Heat

Dishwasher

In-Unit Laundry

Oven

Find sweet deals near Lake San Marcos

These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.

$5,000

Carlsbad

$2,650

San Marcos

$2,450

Carlsbad

$2,379–$3,365

Mira Costa

4d ago

Verified

678 Hygeia Ave, Encinitas, CA 92024

Short term | In-unit laundry | Furnished

3 beds

2.5 baths

$5,483

House for rent

Top amenities

Central Heat

Furnished

In-Unit Laundry

Oven

Wi-Fi

5d+ ago

Short Term Lake San Marcos condo for rent in Lake San Marcos

Furnished Monthly Condo with Fabulous Views of Lake San Marcos

1608 Via Ocioso #1608, Lake San Marcos, CA 92078

Short term | In-unit laundry | Furnished

2 beds

2 baths

$4,000

Condo for rent

Available Jul 18

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Assigned Parking

Central Heat

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Management

Swimming Pool

5d+ ago

Short Term Central Escondido house for rent in Escondido

Cozy Retreat - Entire Home in Escondido

329 Alder Pl, Escondido, CA 92026

Short term | In-unit laundry | Furnished

6 beds

3 baths

$6,000

House for rent

Available Aug 11

Top amenities

Business Center

Cable

Dishwasher

Hardwood Floor

In-Unit Laundry

Microwave

5d+ ago

Short Term Encinitas house for rent in Encinitas

778 Del Riego Ave, Encinitas, CA 92024

Short term | In-unit laundry | Furnished

4 beds

2 baths

$6,850

House for rent

Available Jun 8

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Ceiling Fan

Furnished

Hardwood Floor

In-Unit Laundry

On-Site Laundry

5d+ ago

Short Term South Oceanside house for rent in Oceanside

Ocean Views - S Pacific Street Bungalows

1842 S Pacific St, Oceanside, CA 92054

Short term | In-unit laundry | Furnished

2 beds

1 bath

$7,400

House for rent

Available Jun 3

Top amenities

Assigned Parking

Dishwasher

EV Charging

Hardwood Floor

High Ceilings

In-Unit Laundry

5d+ ago

Short Term house for rent in San Marcos

Quiet, Safe Room for Rent in Large San Marcos Home

10 Borden Cir, San Marcos, CA 92069

Short term | Swimming pool | Carpet

1 bed

1 bath

$895

House for rent

Available Jul 8

269 W San Marcos Blvd #14 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Short Term apartment for rent in San Marcos

Move In Special! 2 bed 1 bath with Utilities Included!

269 W San Marcos Blvd #14, San Marcos, CA 92069

Short term | Air conditioning | On-site laundry

2 beds

1 bath

$2,650

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 19

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Assigned Parking

On-Site Laundry

On-Site Management

Residents Lounge

Swimming Pool

5d+ ago

Short Term Ocean Hills house for rent in Oceanside

2 Bed/2 Bath Furnished Shadowridge Single-Story Retreat

3730 Via Del Rancho #NA, Oceanside, CA 92056

Short term | In-unit laundry | Furnished

2 beds

2 baths

$4,400

House for rent

Available Sep 1

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Assigned Parking

Furnished

Hardwood Floor

In-Unit Laundry

5d+ ago

Short Term apartment for rent in Carlsbad

2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Condo in Carlsbad - FANTASTIC Ocean Views

6677 Paseo Del Norte #B, Carlsbad, CA 92011

Short term | In-unit laundry | Furnished

2 beds

1 bath

$3,950

Apartment for rent

Available Jun 14

Top amenities

Dishwasher

Furnished

Garage Parking

Hardwood Floor

In-Unit Laundry

5d+ ago

Short Term condo for rent in Carlsbad

Furnished Vacation Rental with Stunning Ocean views

908 Caminito Madrigal #D, Carlsbad, CA 92011

Short term | Furnished | On-site laundry

2 beds

1.5 baths

$4,500

Condo for rent

Available Nov 15

Top amenities

Assigned Parking

Furnished

Hardwood Floor

On-Site Laundry

5d+ ago

Short Term Encinitas condo for rent in Encinitas

Stunning 2BR/2BA Condo with Balcony & Fenced Yard in Encinitas

1686 Neptune Ave, Encinitas, CA 92024

Short term | In-unit laundry | Furnished

2 beds

2 baths

$10,500

Condo for rent

Available Mar 19

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Carpet

Furnished

In-Unit Laundry

Microwave

140 Acacia Ave Apt 3 #Apt 3 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Short Term condo for rent in Carlsbad

140 Acacia Ave Apt 3 #Apt 3, Carlsbad, CA 92008

Short term | Hardwood floor | Storage

1 bed

1 bath

$3,280

Condo for rent

Top amenities

Dishwasher

Oven

5d+ ago

Short Term townhouse for rent in Carlsbad

Residential Lease, Carlsbad, CA

1937 Alga Rd Unit C, Carlsbad, CA 92009

Short term | In-unit laundry | Air conditioning

1 bed

1.5 baths

$2,450

House for rent

Top amenities

Air Conditioning

Fireplace

In-Unit Laundry

Microwave

Oven

5d+ ago

Short Term house for rent in Carlsbad

Single Family Residence - Carlsbad, CA

3223 Rancho Quartillo, Carlsbad, CA 92009

Short term | Air conditioning | Swimming pool

3 beds

2 baths

$5,000

House for rent

5d+ ago

Short Term house for rent in San Marcos

Single Family Residence - San Marcos, CA

100 Chesapeake Ct, San Marcos, CA 92069

Short term | Air conditioning | Garage parking

4 beds

3 baths

$5,300

House for rent

Top amenities

Ceiling Fan

Garage Parking

On-Site Laundry

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