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Houses for Rent in Muskoka, ON

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Discover an array of houses for rent in Muskoka on Square Yards Canada. Our comprehensive Muskoka rental listings cater to different needs, offering properties such as freeholds, condos, and townhouses. If you want to filter out your research for a less time-consuming process, our page gives you the option to choose your preferences. You can filter by price range, property size, number of bedrooms and bathrooms, and amenities like gyms and visitor parking. Explore the latest rental MLS listings in Muskoka to find your ideal rental house. Start your search today and uncover the best homes for rent in Muskoka.


Last Updated: April 17, 2025
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320 McEachern Lane Muskoka (S), Gravenhurst, Muskoka, ON MLS® X12053306

Residential Freehold (Detached)

$3,200
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2000-2500 sq-ft
Searching for the ideal rental home!! This exquisite, brand-new detached residence in The Cedars at Brydon Bay, Gravenhurst, offers everything tenants
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Last Updated : 7 Hours ago
12 Ouno Island N/A, Muskoka, ON , MLS #X7406760 , Image - 1
12 Ouno Island N/A Medora, Muskoka Lakes, Muskoka, ON MLS® X7406760

Residential Freehold (Detached)

$23,250
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Baths
  • 700-1100 sq-ft
Weekly Rental Cost 5,250 (750 a night) + HST. BOATHOUSE VACATION TWO WEEKS LEFT in July 2025 (2-16th), water access only. Already Booked from July 17-
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Last Updated : 11 Hours ago
375 McEachern Ln Lane, Muskoka, ON , MLS #X12051646 , Image - 1
375 McEachern Ln Lane Gravenhurst, Muskoka, ON MLS® X12051646

Residential Freehold (Detached)

$3,400
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1500-2000 sq-ft
Spacious 4-Bedroom Detached Home for Rent in Gravenhurst Ravine Lot with Separate Entrance! Welcome to 375 McEachern Ln, a stunning 4-bedroom, 3-bath
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Last Updated : 1 Day ago
1184 Mortimers Point Road, Muskoka, ON , MLS #X12043650 , Image - 1
Unit-3, 1184 Mortimers Point Road Medora, Muskoka Lakes, Muskoka, ON MLS® X12043650

Residential Freehold (Detached)

$15,000
  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
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Last Updated : 1 Day ago
1060 Greensview Drive S, Muskoka, ON , MLS #X11425245 , Image - 1
Unit-Lot 44, 1060 Greensview Drive S Franklin, Lake of Bays, Muskoka, ON MLS® X11425245

Residential Freehold (Detached)

$4,700
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2000-2500 sq-ft
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Last Updated : 1 Day ago
12 OUNO N/A, Muskoka, ON , MLS #X10437752 , Image - 1
12 OUNO N/A Medora, Muskoka Lakes, Muskoka, ON MLS® X10437752

Residential Freehold (Detached)

$5,250
price drop iconReduced by 71.6%
  • 3 +0 Beds
  • 1 Baths
  • 700-1100 sq-ft
Duplicate Listing X7406760. 5,250 + HST a week or three nights minimum. BOATHOUSE VACATION July 1-14th, water access only. Enjoy your private boathous
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Last Updated : 1 Day ago
295 McEachern Lane, Muskoka, ON , MLS #X12035008 , Image - 1
295 McEachern Lane Muskoka (S), Gravenhurst, Muskoka, ON MLS® X12035008

Residential Freehold (Detached)

$3,100
price drop iconReduced by 3.1%
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
Brand New 4-Bedroom Home for Rent in the Heart of Gravenhurst Muskoka! Be the first to live in this stunning brand-new, never-lived-in 2-storey detac
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Last Updated : 2 Days ago
29 Dyer Crescent, Muskoka, ON , MLS #X12082290 , Image - 1
29 Dyer Crescent Macaulay, Bracebridge, Muskoka, ON MLS® X12082290

Residential Freehold (Detached)

$3,250
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1500-2000 sq-ft
Welcome to this stunning 3 bedrooms bungalow recently new built located on a quiet crescent nestled in desirable White Pines Community. Offering 3 spa
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Last Updated : 2 Days ago
365 Mceachern Lane, Muskoka, ON , MLS #40716858 , Image - 1
365 Mceachern Lane Gravenhurst, Muskoka, ON MLS® 40716858

Residential Lease (Single Family Residence)

$3,300
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2158 sq-ft
Move-In Now! Brand New-Never Lived In! Backing Onto Ravine! 2025 Built With 4 Bedrooms! 9ft High Ceilings On The Main Floor! Loads of Upgrades! 2,158S
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Last Updated : 2 Days ago
365 McEachern Lane, Muskoka, ON , MLS #X12072141 , Image - 1
365 McEachern Lane Muskoka (S), Gravenhurst, Muskoka, ON MLS® X12072141

Residential Freehold (Detached)

$3,300
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
Move-In Now! Brand New-Never Lived In! Backing Onto Ravine! 2025 Built With 4 Bedrooms! 9ft High Ceilings On The Main Floor! Loads of Upgrades! 2,158S
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Last Updated : 3 Days ago
1183 N Kahshe Lake Road, Muskoka, ON , MLS #X11902867 , Image - 1
1183 N Kahshe Lake Road Morrison, Gravenhurst, Muskoka, ON MLS® X11902867

Residential Freehold (Detached)

$3,050
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Baths
  • 1100-1500 sq-ft
Welcome to Kahshe House, a newly renovated, fully furnished 3-bedroom, 1-bath home available for short-term, month-to-month rentals from September 1st
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Last Updated : 3 Days ago
1 Crescent Road, Muskoka, ON , MLS #X11881669 , Image - 1
Unit-115, 1 Crescent Road Brunel, Huntsville, Muskoka, ON MLS® X11881669

Commercial (Office)

$4,500
price drop iconReduced by 31.8%
Fabulous office space to give your new business start up the edge you are looking for or to move your current business into a new space with a fresh l
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Last Updated : 7 Days ago
15 Horizon Lane, Muskoka, ON , MLS #X11918219 , Image - 1
15 Horizon Lane Chaffey, Huntsville, Muskoka, ON MLS® X11918219

Residential Freehold (Att/Row/Townhouse)

$3,795
  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
Stunning location, enjoy the beauty of Muskoka. You are overlooking the serene waters of Hunters Bay. Short distance to Muskoka's beautiful Arrowhead
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Last Updated : 13 Days ago
16 Carrick Trail, Muskoka, ON , MLS #X12061920 , Image - 1
16 Carrick Trail Muskoka (S), Gravenhurst, Muskoka, ON MLS® X12061920

Residential Freehold (Att/Row/Townhouse)

$3,200
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 700-1100 sq-ft
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Last Updated : 13 Days ago
4 King William Street, Muskoka, ON , MLS #X12063205 , Image - 1
4 King William Street Chaffey, Huntsville, Muskoka, ON MLS® X12063205

Commercial (Commercial Retail)

$2,700
  • 1 Baths
Seize this opportunity to establish your business in a prime location, offered at $2,700/month + TMI (Taxes, Maintenance, & Insurance) $950/month + HS
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Last Updated : 13 Days ago
102 Deer Lake Road, Muskoka, ON , MLS #X12049368 , Image - 1
102 Deer Lake Road Stephenson, Huntsville, Muskoka, ON MLS® X12049368

Residential Freehold (Detached)

$9,500
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Baths
Available for long-term rental Summer 2025! This original 3-bedroom summer cottage is situated on the Muskoka River just south of the Historic Dam in
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Last Updated : 14 Days ago
1235 Deerhurst Drive, Muskoka, ON , MLS #X12044382 , Image - 1
Unit-54-207, 1235 Deerhurst Drive Chaffey, Huntsville, Muskoka, ON MLS® X12044382

Residential Condo & Other (Condo Apartment)

$2,300
  • 1 Beds
  • 1 Baths
  • 500-599 sq-ft
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Last Updated : 15 Days ago
20 Campus Trail, Muskoka, ON , MLS #X12051724 , Image - 1
Unit-309, 20 Campus Trail Chaffey, Huntsville, Muskoka, ON MLS® X12051724

Residential Condo & Other (Condo Apartment)

$3,200
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1200-1399 sq-ft
Experience Huntsville living at its finest in this gorgeous 2-bedroom, wheelchair-accessible condo at The Emily Huntsville's premier new residence. Ne
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Last Updated : 15 Days ago
21 Braeside Crescent, Muskoka, ON , MLS #X12056937 , Image - 1
21 Braeside Crescent Chaffey, Huntsville, Muskoka, ON MLS® X12056937

Residential Freehold (Detached)

$3,500
  • 4 +0 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2500-3000 sq-ft
Located in the coveted Settlers Ridge community, this beautifully designed home, built by Devonleigh Homes in 2018, offers a spacious & functional lay
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Last Updated : 17 Days ago
370 McEachern Lane, Muskoka, ON , MLS #X12052035 , Image - 1
370 McEachern Lane Gravenhurst, Muskoka, ON MLS® X12052035

Residential Freehold (Detached)

$3,500
  • 4 +1 Beds
  • 3 Baths
Stunning Brand New 4-Bedroom Home With A Library And Loft Located In The Heart Of Gravenhurst Muskoka. Open Concept Main Floor With Soaring 9 Foot Cei
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Last Updated : 17 Days ago
7 JOHN Street, Muskoka, ON , MLS #X10436895 , Image - 1
Unit-6, 7 JOHN Street Chaffey, Huntsville, Muskoka, ON MLS® X10436895

Commercial (Commercial Retail)

Price On Request
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Last Updated : 19 Days ago
1972 Limberlost Road, Muskoka, ON , MLS #X12049016 , Image - 1
1972 Limberlost Road Sinclair, Lake of Bays, Muskoka, ON MLS® X12049016

Residential Freehold (Detached)

$3,418
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1100-1500 sq-ft
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Last Updated : 21 Days ago
7 KING WILLIAM Street, Muskoka, ON , MLS #X11900037 , Image - 1
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Last Updated : 29 Days ago
10 Brunel Road, Muskoka, ON , MLS #X11973101 , Image - 1
Unit-2, 10 Brunel Road Chaffey, Huntsville, Muskoka, ON MLS® X11973101

Commercial (Commercial Retail)

$1,950
  • 1 Baths
A prime location in the heart of Downtown Huntsville. Great street front exposure, located near the intersection of Main St. and Brunel with a rare an
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Last Updated : 30 Days ago
7 Tristan Lane, Muskoka, ON , MLS #X12027086 , Image - 1
7 Tristan Lane Chaffey, Huntsville, Muskoka, ON MLS® X12027086

Residential Freehold (Att/Row/Townhouse)

$3,200
  • 2 +0 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1100-1500 sq-ft
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Last Updated : 30 Days ago
51 MAIN Street E, Muskoka, ON , MLS #X12024966 , Image - 1
Unit-5, 51 MAIN Street E Chaffey, Huntsville, Muskoka, ON MLS® X12024966

Commercial (Office)

$750
Excellent downtown Huntsville office is available in a comfortable building with access off Main Street or from the public parking lot on High Street
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Last Updated : 31 Days ago
51 Main Street E, Muskoka, ON , MLS #X12024958 , Image - 1
Unit-6, 51 Main Street E Chaffey, Huntsville, Muskoka, ON MLS® X12024958

Commercial (Office)

$800
Let's get down to business! Excellent double office in downtown Huntsville, with reception area and private inner office. Over 200 sq ft. Access off M
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Last Updated : 35 Days ago
2-15 Horizon Lane, Muskoka, Ontario , MLS #X12017687 , Image - 1
2-15 Horizon Lane Chaffey, Huntsville, Muskoka, ON MLS® X12017687

Residential (Att/Row/Twnhouse)

$2,895
  • 1 +1 Beds
  • 1 Baths
  • 1100-1500 sq-ft
Stunning location, enjoy the beauty of Muskoka. You are overlooking the serene waters of Hunters Bay. Short distance to Muskoka's beautiful Arrowhead
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Last Updated : 35 Days ago
49 MANITOBA St, Muskoka, Ontario
Unit-101, 49 MANITOBA St Macaulay, Bracebridge, Muskoka, ON MLS® X12002850

Commercial (Commercial/Retail)

$600
Prime Office Space for Lease at the Iconic Clock Tower Centre in Bracebridge. Unit 101 offers excellent Main Street exposure in the heart of downtown
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Last Updated : 35 Days ago
49 MANITOBA St, Muskoka, Ontario
Unit-303, 49 MANITOBA St Macaulay, Bracebridge, Muskoka, ON MLS® X12002888

Commercial (Commercial/Retail)

$600
Quiet Office Space for Lease at the Iconic Clock Tower Centre in Bracebridge. Unit 303 offers a peaceful and quiet setting in the heart of Bracebridge
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Property for Lease in Muskoka Overview

Muskoka Real Estate for Rent

The Canadian regional municipality of Muskoka is located in Central Ontario. As per 2017 reports, Muskoka is considered one of the most searched vacation rental destinations in Canada. Muskoka covers a total area of 6,475 km2, extending from Georgian Bay in the west to Lake Couchiching in the south and the eastern fringe of Algonquin Provincial Park. The city has more than 1,600 lakes and is a two-hour drive from Toronto.

The Muskoka housing market comprises a mix of towns and villages, farming communities, and lakeside resorts and hotels. Residential property for rent in Muskoka represents the majority of property types, such as apartments, condominiums, townhouses, and cottages. Muskoka Real Estate for Rent is high in demand but short on housing stock for rentals. This has the Muskoka population struggling to find rental properties, especially for long-term rentals. Short-term rentals such as vacation cottages are doing a good number as Muskoka is an ideal vacation spot in Ontario.

Average Rental Price by Property Size in Muskoka

The average Muskoka rent price of properties has increased, leaving residents in disdain. The monthly average rent for an apartment in Muskoka is $927 in Bracebridge, $931 in Gravenhurst, and $1,001 in Huntsville.

Compared to 2021, the average price of rental properties in Muskoka in 2022 is $1,000, according to the Muskoka Community Foundation’s 2021 Vital Signs report. The area's short-term rentals are reportedly lower than the provincial average, and yet it is harder to find a place to live. Despite the low inventory of properties, the Muskoka rent price jump remains significant compared to the last year with 5,025 renters in Muskoka. This is applicable for short-term and long-term rentals. The most popular choice of property for rent in Muskoka is 3-bedroom residences.

Muskoka offers over 100 affordable housing units for rent and several hundred community housing units for those who cannot afford or find a suitable place to live. However, the study mentions that 634 applicants were on the waitlist for the District-owned housing units as of October 2021 to acquire a rental home.

Cottages and townhouses are mostly in demand and are a perfect accommodation type for vacations. The Muskoka rent price for cottages and townhouse units varies depending on the season, neighbourhood, and property owner. The average rent price in Muskoka is $180 per night and goes up to $1,200 per week.

Top Neighbourhoods with Best Rentals in Muskoka

Muskoka neighbourhoods include the towns of Bracebridge, Gravenhurst, Port Carling, and Huntsville as well as the townships of Georgian Bay, Lake of Bays, and Muskoka Lakes. As per the Muskoka neighbourhood rental market trend, the rental for a cottage and townhouse in these locations depends on the neighbourhood, the type of cottage, and the property owner. Cottage rentals can be leased for $1,700 to $3,900. The average rent price for an apartment in Muskoka ranges between $2,500 to $3,500 depending on the area, unit size, and property owner.

Average Lease Price by Property Type in Muskoka

The Muskoka rental housing market offers residential and commercial properties on lease for long-term rentals varying on the purpose. Muskoka furnished and unfurnished rental cost depends on the property type and neighbourhood. There is a huge demand for rental properties in Muskoka in the range between $2,800 to $14,800 per month. The Muskoka real estate rental price depends on the number of beds available and whether it is a waterfront or non-waterfront property.

Rental Average Price History in Muskoka

Muskoka rental price history showcases investors were drawn to Airbnbs and cottage rentals for a high return on investment. Renting out properties and utilising Airbnb in Muskoka can be profitable for both investors and buyers who wish to pay some of the taxes and mortgages. The tenants of the rental properties are mostly young families or older couples. However, the market niche varies depending on the purpose. For instance, large groups from a corporation planning a bonding week or wedding guests who can't find a motel in Muskoka.

Quality cottage rentals offer a higher rate of return than year-round property rentals do. There is a growing need for rentals as more buyers are driven out of the Muskoka real estate market and the waterfront market continues to increase in appeal and price.

The volume of beds influences the average rent price in Muskoka, but demand is consistently high. For a small 3-bedroom cottage, the weekly average rent price in Muskoka for Georgian Bay and the smaller lakes starts at roughly $2,400. The Big 3 (Lake Joseph, Muskoka, and Rosseau) and Lake of Bays would demand at least $3,200 a week.

Best Areas / Communities for Renal Properties in Muskoka

Muskoka, surrounded by over 1,600 lakes, has a wide range of waterfront cottages to choose from for rental purposes. Lake Joseph, Lake Rosseau, and Lake Muskoka are the top three largest lakes in Muskoka. These are the top locations to look for cottage rentals in Ontario. However, the best areas for rental properties in Muskoka are Huntsville, Bracebridge, Port Carling, and Gravenhurst.

The rental price of the cottages in these areas varies on the neighbourhood, cottage type, and the property owner. The price range for cottage rentals starts as low as $180 per night and $1,200 per week.

Pet-Friendly Rental Homes Options in Muskoka

Pet owners seeking to travel with their furry friends can choose from a wide range of rental homes in Muskoka. Numerous Muskoka pet-friendly rental house listings are available on the housing market. One can search online for pet-friendly classifieds and choose one that fits their budget requirements. Muskoka pet-friendly rental homes that feature a 2 to 3-bedroom cottage set would range between $175 to $950 per night.

Rental Demographics

The population of Muskoka is 66,674, as per the 2021 Census of Population, with a median age of 52.8. A substantial percentage of the population is between 50 to 74 years. The population of Muskoka mostly comprises senior citizens, given its slow-paced and comfortable lifestyle. Being a holiday destination for most, an influx of tourists leads to high rentals, mostly for waterfront properties such as cottages and resorts. The Muskoka demographics reflect 47,560 private residences in total, of which only 28,571 are occupied, which is a big change of 10% from 2016.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Muskoka features 2,071 cottages and other properties available to rent with an average rent of $950 depending on the neighbourhood and property type.

The rent a house in Muskoka, the tenant must have tenant insurance which needs to be submitted with the lease application.

The average rent for 2 and 3-bedroom houses in Muskoka is $2,600. The rent price depends on the neighbourhood, landlord, and property type

The average space of a rental property in Muskoka ranges from 500 sq. ft. to 5,000 sq. ft. depending on the property type.

Landlords in Muskoka must wait at least 12 months post the tenants move in before increasing the rent. All future rent increases must be 12 months apart from the last increase.

Yes, you can rent a property for 1 year in Muskoka, from apartments to cottages.

There is a range of bedroom types from 1 to 7-bedroom properties available for rent in Muskoka.

The rent for a condo in Muskoka ranges between $2,500 to $3,900, depending on the neighbourhood and landlord.

The rent for a townhouse in Muskoka ranges between $1,700 to $3,900, depending on the neighbourhood and landlord.

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