Rent to own Homes in Novato, CA

Location: Located in the vibrant San Francisco Bay Area and thereby surrounded by a wealth of opportunities and activities, Novato is a pleasant town in which to find a home. Grab a Golden Gate Transit Express Bus or head to the Larkspur Ferry Terminal to get into San Francisco.

Novato, CA is a great place for affordable rent-to-own homes! With a median household income of over $101,629 and a median rent of $1,975, the Novato, 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 Novato, 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.

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555 Fulton St
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Hayes Valley
Townhouse/Condo
San Francisco, CA 94102
1
1
714 ft2
2020
Hot
81 TARRY LN
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Sleepy Hollow Area
Single Family Home
Orinda, CA 94563
3
2
1692 ft2
1951
1600 INGALLS ST
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Bayview
Single Family Home
San Francisco, CA 94124
4
2
1200 ft2
1944
1 MANDALAY PL #1506
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Paradise Valley
Townhouse/Condo
South San Francisco, CA 94080
2
2
1548 ft2
2004
14637 JOMARK LN
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Townhouse/Condo
Occidental, CA 95465
2
3
1560 ft2
2018
1587 S NOVATO BLVD #303
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Novato, CA 94947
2
2
1175 ft2
1999
115 AMELIA WAY
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Single Family Home
Novato, CA 94949
2
3
1428 ft2
1998
New
116B OLIVA CT
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Single Family Home
Novato, CA 94947
3
2
1288 ft2
1974
49 LOS PADRES CIR
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Single Family Home
Novato, CA 94947
2
1
861 ft2
1972
355 GRANDVIEW AVE
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Single Family Home
Novato, CA 94945
3
1
1915 ft2
1935
45 LOS PADRES CIR
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Single Family Home
Novato, CA 94947
2
1
872 ft2
1972
315 BOLLING CIR
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Single Family Home
Novato, CA 94949
3
3
1461 ft2
2005
20 GERTRUDE LN
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Single Family Home
Novato, CA 94947
3
2
1173 ft2
1954
New
112 OLIVA CT
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Single Family Home
Novato, CA 94947
2
2
1288 ft2
1974
Hot
8 OAK GROVE DR #104
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Single Family Home
Novato, CA 94949
2
1
1113 ft2
2004
35 LAKEVIEW CT
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Single Family Home
Novato, CA 94947
2
2
1118 ft2
1979
New
63 TRINITY DR
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Single Family Home
Novato, CA 94947
2
1
872 ft2
1972
572 FERNANDO DR
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Single Family Home
Novato, CA 94945
4
2
1308 ft2
1952
1579 S NOVATO BLVD #210
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Single Family Home
Novato, CA 94947
2
2
1193 ft2
1997
New
2 MCINTOSH CT
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Single Family Home
Novato, CA 94949
3
2
1480 ft2
1974
New
146 CAPTAIN NURSE CIR
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Novato, CA 94949
3
3
1396 ft2
2004
106 MARINER WAY
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Single Family Home
Novato, CA 94945
1
1
624 ft2
1989
Hot
1540 CENTER RD #386
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Novato, CA 94947
1
1
661 ft2
1975
400 DEER VALLEY RD #5B
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Single Family Home
San Rafael, CA 94903
1
1
772 ft2
1991
65 DOCKSIDE CIR
Rent to Own Eligible
Smith Ranch
Single Family Home
San Rafael, CA 94903
2
1
932 ft2
1984
New
17 SAILMAKER CT
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Smith Ranch
Single Family Home
San Rafael, CA 94903
2
1
952 ft2
1984
117 BIRCH WAY
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Santa Venetia
Single Family Home
San Rafael, CA 94903
4
2
1324 ft2
1951
70 SURREY LN
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Terra Linda
Single Family Home
San Rafael, CA 94903
2
2
984 ft2
1963
100 MARIN CENTER DR #9
Rent to Own Eligible
North San Rafael Commercial Center
Single Family Home
San Rafael, CA 94903
2
2
1112 ft2
1974
100 MARIN CENTER DR #5
Rent to Own Eligible
North San Rafael Commercial Center
Single Family Home
San Rafael, CA 94903
2
2
1112 ft2
1974
100 MARIN CENTER DR #4
Rent to Own Eligible
North San Rafael Commercial Center
Single Family Home
San Rafael, CA 94903
2
2
1112 ft2
1974
Hot
100 THORNDALE DR #432
Rent to Own Eligible
Terra Linda
Single Family Home
San Rafael, CA 94903
1
1
790 ft2
1985
Hot New
100 THORNDALE DR #217
Rent to Own Eligible
Terra Linda
Single Family Home
San Rafael, CA 94903
2
2
1310 ft2
1985
Hot
100 THORNDALE DR #434
Rent to Own Eligible
Terra Linda
Single Family Home
San Rafael, CA 94903
1
2
1150 ft2
1985
Hot
100 THORNDALE DR #204
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Terra Linda
Single Family Home
San Rafael, CA 94903
1
1
857 ft2
1985
Hot
100 THORNDALE DR #229
Rent to Own Eligible
Terra Linda
Single Family Home
San Rafael, CA 94903
2
2
1300 ft2
1985
1 of 168 100 THORNDALE DR
Rent to Own Eligible
Terra Linda
Townhouse/Condo
San Rafael, CA 94903
2
2
1030 ft2
1985
New
100 THORNDALE DR #332
Rent to Own Eligible
Terra Linda
Single Family Home
San Rafael, CA 94903
2
2
1438 ft2
Hot
100 THORNDALE DR #243
Rent to Own Eligible
Terra Linda
Single Family Home
San Rafael, CA 94903
2
2
1096 ft2
1985
Hot
100 THORNDALE DR #236
Rent to Own Eligible
Terra Linda
Single Family Home
San Rafael, CA 94903
1
1
856 ft2
1985
Hot
100 THORNDALE DR #146
Rent to Own Eligible
Terra Linda
Single Family Home
San Rafael, CA 94903
1
1
660 ft2
1985
Hot
100 THORNDALE DR #361
Rent to Own Eligible
Terra Linda
Single Family Home
San Rafael, CA 94903
1
2
1030 ft2
1985
Hot
100 THORNDALE DR #106
Rent to Own Eligible
Terra Linda
Single Family Home
San Rafael, CA 94903
1
1
790 ft2
1985
Hot
100 THORNDALE DR #124
Rent to Own Eligible
Terra Linda
Single Family Home
San Rafael, CA 94903
1
1
770 ft2
1985
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Buying a Home in Novato, CA

Novato, CA is seeing rapid growth and Novato, CA's' housing market remains not optimal with an average home price that is 270% above the 2024 national average. Novato, CA is part of Marin 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 Marin is 0.63% which is below the national average, which is 0.99%.

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11 Reasons to Live in Novato, CA

Many housing possibilities: 4.15% of houses and apartments in Novato are unoccupied. This vacancy rate makes finding your home in this city a very real possibility. There are different neighborhoods where you can find a house in one that appeals to you. Some options include a house that is nearby the historic downtown area or the recently restored Grant Avenue Shopping Area.

Up-and-coming neighborhood: The median value of Novato homes has risen by 14.5% since this time last year. Restaurants in Novato such as Chianti Cucina and My Thai have garnered attention, adding to the vibrant up-and-coming feel of this city.

Old and new: The median cost of homes in Novato $603,600. In this median range, there are many older and also newer homes available. You might be drawn to a charming older house in the historic Old Town Area or a newer build in the recent Pointe Marin housing development.

Apartments and rentals: If buying a home in Novato is above your price range and you don't want to rent an apartment, you are not out of options. With Novato's rental vacancy rate currently at 2.5%, you can find a rent to own house that's perfect for you. Furthermore, with the Ignacio Hills and Hillcrest Townhomes complexes, apartments are also a valuable option for Novato living.

A town full of history: In addition to its museums, downtown Novato is home to several buildings sporting years of history. Walking downtown, you can find City Hall, which was originally built as a Presbyterian Church in 1896, and Druid's Hall, which was built in 1899.

The great outdoors: Novato offers over 3,000 acres of open space, creating numerous opportunities for hiking, biking and other outdoor activities. The nearby Muir Woods and Point Reyes offer further opportunities for exploring the great outdoors.

Wineries: Novato is home of the Festival of Art, Wine and Music, which occurs annually downtown. It's a fun and great opportunity for wine aficionados, located in the heart of the city. The city is also home to several wineries, such as the Trek Winery. Also, not far from Novato are Napa Valley and Sonoma Wine Countries.

Sports: If you're a sports fan looking to move to Novato, you're in luck. There are multiple athletic opportunities in Novato, including the StoneTree Golf Club, the Willow Tree Stables and the Sonoma Raceway. In this city, you'll find your sport or opportunities to take up a new one.

Nightlife: Novato offers plenty of options for those who want to go out after dark. If you're looking for a good time, some places you can visit are Warped Brewing Company and Finneggan's Restaurant and Bar.

Museums: Novato is home to numerous museums, and there's likely one where you can explore one of your interests. Options include the Museum of the American Indian, the Novato History Museum and the Marin Museum of Contemporary art. There are also countless museums located in the Bay Area's other cities.