Rent to own Homes in Encinitas, CA

Beautiful homes for sale! Whether you're interested in rent to own houses or homes for sale, you're sure to find a place you'll fall in love with. Check out the neighborhood of Witham Road, where you can find a 1,983 square foot four bedroom ranch style for less than $820,000. Over on Mangano Circle, you can get a spacious two bedroom for less than $430,000.

Encinitas, CA is a great place for affordable rent-to-own homes! With a median household income of over $120,488 and a median rent of $2,124, the Encinitas, CA rent-to-own market is more affordable than the traditional housing market which has shown tremendous growth across the U.S. and with it, aggressive competition for home purchases. With the current housing shortage trend it can make it harder to become a homeowner, including in Encinitas, CA. This means higher than average down payments for homes and higher qualification standards for conventional home loans. With a rent-to-own property, tenants are also buyers. You can live in the house for a set amount of time before you purchase it, meaning that you get to know the house, your neighbors, and your community before making the final purchase. This enables you and your family to make the right choice based on both information and experience. Rent-to-own is also a great alternative way to get into a home if you have bad credit or don't have enough saved for a down payment.

Check out Encinitas, CA rent to own homes for sale, which may include auction properties, for sale by owner, and more.
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1 of 18 910 Caminito Madrigal
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Multifamily (2 - 4 Units)
Carlsbad, CA 92011
2
2
1181 ft2
1980
Hot
1 of 33 1588 SAPPHIRE DR
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Single Family Home
Carlsbad, CA 92011
4
4
2570 ft2
2000
7790 CHADAMY WAY
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Torrey Highlands
Single Family Home
San Diego, CA 92130
5
5
3283 ft2
2012
1011 AVENIDA AMANTEA
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Muirlands
Single Family Home
La Jolla, CA 92037
5
6
5790 ft2
1964
9456 RIVERVIEW AVE
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Single Family Home
Lakeside, CA 92040
4
2
1938 ft2
1952
Hot
1 of 6 405 3RD ST
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Single Family Home
Ramona, CA 92065
4
2
1850 ft2
1984
28572 PASEO ZORRO
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Single Family Home
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
6
8
6831 ft2
1992
New
1981 SPRINGDALE LN
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Townhouse/Condo
Encinitas, CA 92024
2
2
1056 ft2
1985
New
1 of 23 170 DIANA ST
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Encinitas, CA 92024
2
2
1000 ft2
New
255 MANGANO CIR
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Townhouse/Condo
Encinitas, CA 92024
2
2
939 ft2
1984
1 of 25 1750 RED BARN RD
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Townhouse/Condo
Encinitas, CA 92024
2
1
1014 ft2
1972
1 of 60 2322 La Costa Ave
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Townhouse/Condo
Carlsbad, CA 92009
2
3
2120 ft2
1986
155 ROSEBAY DR #18
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Townhouse/Condo
Encinitas, CA 92024
1
1
630 ft2
1980
2535 Navarra Dr
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Townhouse/Condo
Carlsbad, CA 92009
3
3
2020 ft2
1975
760 Encinitas Blvd
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Townhouse/Condo
Encinitas, CA 92024
2
1
1092 ft2
1980
New
3513 Caminito Sierra
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Carlsbad, CA 92009
2
2
1022 ft2
1989
155 ROSEBAY DR #10
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Townhouse/Condo
Encinitas, CA 92024
2
1
925 ft2
1980
1 of 25 2556 Navarra Dr
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Townhouse/Condo
Carlsbad, CA 92009
2
2
1546 ft2
1983
2552 NAVARRA DR #A
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Townhouse/Condo
Carlsbad, CA 92009
2
2
1783 ft2
1983
1 of 45 2552 Navarra Dr
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Townhouse/Condo
Carlsbad, CA 92009
2
2
1783 ft2
1983
1 of 37 2003 Costa Del Mar Rd
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Carlsbad, CA 92009
2
2
791 ft2
1970
New
2003 COSTA DEL MAR RD #679
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Townhouse/Condo
Carlsbad, CA 92009
1
2
791 ft2
1970
2005 COSTA DEL MAR RD #615
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Townhouse/Condo
Carlsbad, CA 92009
1
3
791 ft2
1970
1 of 28 930 Via Mil Cumbres
Rent to Own Eligible
Solana Beach
Townhouse/Condo
Solana Beach, CA 92075
1
1
762 ft2
1979
7323 Estrella De Mar Rd
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Townhouse/Condo
Carlsbad, CA 92009
1
1
594 ft2
2007
Hot New
930 VIA MIL CUMBRES #124
Rent to Own Eligible
Solana Beach
Townhouse/Condo
Solana Beach, CA 92075
1
1
762 ft2
1979
7341 CALLE DE FUENTES
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Townhouse/Condo
Carlsbad, CA 92009
3
2
1586 ft2
1986
New
7310 ESTRELLA DE MAR RD #3
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Townhouse/Condo
Carlsbad, CA 92009
2
3
1856 ft2
2005
2376 CARINGA WAY #D
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Townhouse/Condo
Carlsbad, CA 92009
2
3
1080 ft2
1976
New
2410 ALTISMA WAY #F
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Townhouse/Condo
Carlsbad, CA 92009
2
2
1760 ft2
1975
New
2374 CARINGA WAY #C
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Townhouse/Condo
Carlsbad, CA 92009
2
3
1080 ft2
1976
New
2412 Altisma Way
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Carlsbad, CA 92009
2
2
1760 ft2
1975
1 of 38 2323 Caringa Way
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Townhouse/Condo
Carlsbad, CA 92009
2
2
1536 ft2
1975
1 of 18 2352 Altisma Way
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Townhouse/Condo
Carlsbad, CA 92009
2
2
1046 ft2
1974
1 of 26 2304 Altisma Way
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Townhouse/Condo
Carlsbad, CA 92009
2
2
1225 ft2
1973
1624 AVERY RD
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Townhouse/Condo
San Marcos, CA 92078
3
3
1740 ft2
2003
1708 MORGANS AVE
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Townhouse/Condo
San Marcos, CA 92078
3
3
1515 ft2
2003
Hot
7157 OBELISCO CIR
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Carlsbad, CA 92009
4
6
4956 ft2
1979
875 BUTTERCUP RD
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Townhouse/Condo
Carlsbad, CA 92011
2
2
1028 ft2
1985
2819 UNICORNIO ST
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Townhouse/Condo
Carlsbad, CA 92009
3
3
1826 ft2
1982
New
923 FUCHSIA LN
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Carlsbad, CA 92011
2
3
1323 ft2
1977
802 CAMINITO ROSA
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Carlsbad, CA 92011
2
2
1170 ft2
1976
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Encinitas, CA is seeing rapid growth and Encinitas, CA's' housing market remains not optimal with an average home price that is 356% above the 2024 national average. Encinitas, CA is part of San Diego county and taxes are an important factor to consider when purchasing a home whether through rent to own or a traditional purchase. The average tax rate as of 2024 for county San Diego is 0.61% which is below the national average, which is 0.99%.

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Top 14 Reasons to Live in Encinitas

Available apartments! In the area of Garden View Road, you can find spacious 1,396 square foot two bedrooms for less than $2,300 a month. Likewise, over on Sanford Street, a large two bedroom rents for less than $2,400.

Lovely rental homes! If you're looking for rent to own homes or traditional monthly rentals, you'll find a wide variety of properties to choose from. In the neighborhood of Aldersgate Road, you can find a 1,467 square foot three bedroom for less than $2,900 a month, while near Rancho Santa Fe Road you'll be able to find a lovely ranch style house for somewhere around $2,250.

Condos and townhouses galore! The Encinatas market has a large selection of attractive rent to own and traditional rental condos and townhouses. In the area of West Glaucus Street, a large two bedroom townhouse rents for less than $2,800 a month, while over on Kennington Road you can get a huge five bedroom, 2,000 square foot townhouse for less than $3,200.

Property for sale! In the Wildflower Estates area, you can get a magnificent 1.66 acre parcel for less than $850,000, while in the Seascape neighborhood you can get a .55 acre parcel for somewhere around $845,000.

Good eats! Locals in the know gather to enjoy the fare at Union Kitchen & Tap (1108 S Coast Highway 101), which offers classic regional dishes such as fisherman's stew and Skuna Bay salmon. Another favorite is Trattoria I Trulli (830 S Coast Highway 101), which offers exotic fare such as duck breast with goat cheese and pine nuts, and filet mignon in red wine.

Great beer! At Encinatas Ale House (1044 S Coast Highway 101), you'll find a refreshing array of artisan crafted ales, lagers and stouts for every palate. At Bier Garden Encinatas (641 S Coast Highway 101), you can indulge in local craft beers from area breweries.

Elegant wine bars! The 3rd Corner Wine Shop and Bistro (897 S Coast Highway 101) has a superior wine cellar, with vintages that pair beautifully with house specialties such as duck confit, pork schnitzel and artisan cheese platters. At Firefly Grill & Wine Bar (251 N El Camino Real), you'll find locally sourced dishes paired with exquisite wines and ports.

Hit the Beach! Encinatas is home to several popular local beaches. Moonlight Beach (B Street off Encinatas Blvd) is a beautiful spot for spending the day in the sun. Another locals' favorite is Swami Beach (South Coast Hwy 101) which is a renowned surfer's destination.

Parks for relaxing! Encinatas boasts more than 143 acres of park space. One of the most popular is Cottonwood Creek Park (95 N Vulcan), which has basketball and tennis courts, picnic areas and a beautiful gazebo. Another favorite is Oakcrest Park (1219 Encinatas Blvd), thanks to its horseshoe and bocce courts.

Garden sanctuaries! San Diego Botanic Garden (230 Quail Gardens Dr) has four miles of flowering trees, towering palms and exquisite garden trails. Another flowering oasis is Self Realization Fellowship Hermitage & Meditation Gardens (215 West K Street), a peaceful ocean bluff garden with koi ponds and lush green walkways.

Learn how to surf! A surfer's mecca, Encinatas is home to several prominent surfing schools. Both Leucadia Surf School (400 B Street) and Peace Surf School (1160 N Coast Highway 101) offers private and group lessons given by experienced surfers.

Go golfing! Encinatas Ranch Golf Range is an 18 hole, par 72 championship course offering magnificent ocean views. Cabot Golf (1400 Santa Fe Dr), another stellar course, offers 45 challenging holes.

Great historic sites! The San Dieguito Heritage Museum (450 Quail Gardens Dr) has a superb collection of local historic artifacts, some used by the Native Americans who lived in the area thousands of years ago. Another local treasure trove is the Encinatas Historical Society (390 West F Street), where you'll find photos and exhibits housed in an authentic, restored 1883 schoolhouse.