Rent to own Homes in Sacramento, CA

Sacramento may not be the most famous city in California, but it's certainly one of its most charming and inviting: It once named by Time magazine as "America's Most Diverse City." That's a title many of the local inhabitants are still proud of today, as you may well find out when you walk around town! Being 6th largest city in the state, Sacramento has a lot of interesting things to see and do, with a beautiful cityscape, great museums and parks, and a rich sporting history.

Sacramento, CA is a great place for affordable rent-to-own homes! With a median household income of over $65,847 and a median rent of $1,328, the Sacramento, 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 Sacramento, 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 Sacramento, CA rent to own homes for sale, which may include auction properties, for sale by owner, and more.

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3947 Y ST
4 Beds, 2 Baths
Rent To Own
North Oak Park
Single Family Home
Sacramento, CA 95817
1,913 Sqft | Built in 2008
8440 STEVENSON AVE
4 Beds, 3 Baths
Rent To Own
 
Single Family Home
Sacramento, CA 95828
2,600 Sqft | Built in 1969
3633 PLYMOUTH DR
3 Beds, 1 Bath
Rent To Own
Larchmont Village
Single Family Home
North Highlands, CA 95660
1,013 Sqft | Built in 1957
9008 QUAIL KNOLL CT
5 Beds, 4 Baths
Rent To Own
Elk Grove
Single Family Home
Elk Grove, CA 95624
3,395 Sqft | Built in 2004
12274 CANYONLANDS DR
3 Beds, 2 Baths
Rent To Own
Sunridge Park
Single Family Home
Rancho Cordova, CA 95742
2,389 Sqft | Built in 2008
Hot New
302 VALLEYWOOD DR
3 Beds, 2 Baths
Rent To Own
 
Single Family Home
Woodland, CA 95695
Built in 1977
3012 Merlin Ct
5 Beds, 5 Baths
Rent To Own
North Village
Single Family Home
Vacaville, CA 95688
3,344 Sqft | Built in 2022
3801 FRANKLIN BLVD
3 Beds, 2.5 Baths
Rent to Own Eligible
North City Farms
Townhouse/Condo
Sacramento, CA 95820
1,573 Sqft | Built in 1949
Rent to own homes offer low monthly payments and flexible terms.
Hot
5616 HAMILTON ST #106
2 Beds, 1.5 Bath
Rent to Own Eligible
Hillsdale
Townhouse/Condo
Sacramento, CA 95842
944 Sqft | Built in 1986
4459 HOVNANIAN DR
2 Beds, 2 Baths
Rent to Own Eligible
Sundance Lake
Single Family Home
Sacramento, CA 95834
1,402 Sqft | Built in 2007
Hot
324 BANNON ST
2 Beds, 1 Bath
Rent to Own Eligible
Southern Pacific / Richards
Single Family Home
Sacramento, CA 95811
778 Sqft | Built in 1940
New
2390 COTTERDALE ALY
2 Beds, 2 Baths
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Sacramento, CA 95835
1,557 Sqft | Built in 2004
New
523 WOODSIDE OAKS #2
2 Beds, 2 Baths
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Townhouse/Condo
Sacramento, CA 95825
1,016 Sqft | Built in 2000
3005 U ST
3 Beds, 2 Baths
Rent to Own Eligible
East Sacramento
Townhouse/Condo
Sacramento, CA 95817
1,304 Sqft | Built in 1976
3004 CLUB CENTER DR
3 Beds, 2.5 Baths
Rent to Own Eligible
Natomas Creek
Single Family Home
Sacramento, CA 95835
1,722 Sqft | Built in 2017
2581 FULTON SQUARE LN #71
1 Bed, 1 Bath
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Townhouse/Condo
Sacramento, CA 95821
810 Sqft | Built in 1986
2838 MYOTIS DR
3 Beds, 2.5 Baths
Rent to Own Eligible
Gateway West
Single Family Home
Sacramento, CA 95834
1,552 Sqft | Built in 2004
5813 GEORGIA DR
3 Beds, 1 Bath
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
North Highlands, CA 95660
1,222 Sqft | Built in 1951
4033 WASHINGTON AVE
5 Beds, 2 Baths
Rent to Own Eligible
South Oak Park
Single Family Home
Sacramento, CA 95820
1,813 Sqft | Built in 1962
Hot New
2307 L ST
3 Beds, 1 Bath
Rent to Own Eligible
Midtown
Single Family Home
Sacramento, CA 95816
1,732 Sqft | Built in 1890
3886 SANTA FE WAY
3 Beds, 2 Baths
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
North Highlands, CA 95660
1,404 Sqft | Built in 1959
New
250 MARTIS VALLEY CIR
4 Beds, 2.5 Baths
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Sacramento, CA 95835
1,876 Sqft | Built in 2006
New
2711 V ST
2 Beds, 1 Bath
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Sacramento, CA 95818
968 Sqft | Built in 1938
5978 COUNTRY MANOR PL
2 Beds, 2 Baths
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Sacramento, CA 95835
1,296 Sqft | Built in 2003
7704 MASTERS ST
5 Beds, 3 Baths
Rent to Own Eligible
Valley Hi / North Laguna
Single Family Home
Elk Grove, CA 95758
2,494 Sqft | Built in 2003
4170 ARCHEAN WAY
3 Beds, 2 Baths
Rent to Own Eligible
Parkway
Single Family Home
Sacramento, CA 95823
1,466 Sqft | Built in 1989
212 JUBILEE WAY
3 Beds, 2 Baths
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Rio Linda, CA 95673
1,196 Sqft | Built in 1981
3725 E PACIFIC AVE
4 Beds, 2 Baths
Rent to Own Eligible
North City Farms
Single Family Home
Sacramento, CA 95820
2,088 Sqft | Built in 1924
New
2508 FERNANDEZ DR
3 Beds, 1 Bath
Rent to Own Eligible
Brentwood
Single Family Home
Sacramento, CA 95822
1,066 Sqft | Built in 1954
120 I ST #310
1 Bed, 1 Bath
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Townhouse/Condo
Sacramento, CA 95814
675 Sqft | Built in 2007
New
8213 KOSSUM WAY
3 Beds, 2.5 Baths
Rent to Own Eligible
Elk Grove
Single Family Home
Elk Grove, CA 95624
1,547 Sqft | Built in 2017
New
7720 ROBERTS RIVER WAY
3 Beds, 2 Baths
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Sacramento, CA 95831
1,795 Sqft | Built in 1988
New
4722 50TH AVE
4 Beds, 2 Baths
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Townhouse/Condo
Sacramento, CA 95823
1,777 Sqft | Built in 1971
1674 GREENBRIER RD
5 Beds, 2.5 Baths
Rent to Own Eligible
Southport
Single Family Home
West Sacramento, CA 95691
2,967 Sqft | Built in 2003
New
2029 EDISON AVE
3 Beds, 2 Baths
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Sacramento, CA 95821
1,723 Sqft | Built in 1954
New
2117 CORTEZ LN
2 Beds, 2 Baths
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Sacramento, CA 95825
1,355 Sqft | Built in 1950
5524 DANJAC CIR
3 Beds, 3 Baths
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Sacramento, CA 95822
2,145 Sqft | Built in 1986
4869 U ST
2 Beds, 1 Bath
Rent to Own Eligible
Elmhurst
Single Family Home
Sacramento, CA 95817
1,280 Sqft | Built in 1932
New
2379 GIBSON ST
2 Beds, 2 Baths
Rent to Own Eligible
Old North Sacramento
Townhouse/Condo
Sacramento, CA 95815
1,372 Sqft | Built in 1941
New
924 SHARIAN ST
3 Beds, 1 Bath
Rent to Own Eligible
Broderick
Single Family Home
West Sacramento, CA 95605
1,120 Sqft | Built in 1957
824 SINTER LN
2 Beds, 2.5 Baths
Rent to Own Eligible
Triangle
Single Family Home
West Sacramento, CA 95691
1,471 Sqft | Built in 2009
New
2013 LAS COCHES WAY
3 Beds, 2 Baths
Rent to Own Eligible
Frates Ranch
Single Family Home
Sacramento, CA 95833
1,627 Sqft | Built in 1980
520 SANTA ANA AVE
3 Beds, 1 Bath
Rent to Own Eligible
Robla
Single Family Home
Sacramento, CA 95838
845 Sqft | Built in 1948
7649 DARLA WAY
4 Beds, 2 Baths
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Single Family Home
Sacramento, CA 95828
1,590 Sqft | Built in 1982
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Buying a Home in Sacramento, CA

Sacramento, CA is seeing rapid growth and Sacramento, CA's' housing market remains not optimal with an average home price that is 66% above the 2023 national average. Sacramento, CA is part of Sacramento 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 2023 for county Sacramento is 0.68% which is below the national average, which is 0.99%.

Median Home Price in Sacramento, CA

Median Rent in Sacramento, CA

Rent to own homes offer low monthly payments and flexible terms.

Average Cost of Living in Sacramento, CA

For a family of four, the average utilities cost, minus rent, is $3,733.59 and $1,043.87 for a single person.

Average Cost of a Home in Sacramento, CA

The median cost of a home in Sacramento, CA, is $450,00 which is above the national average and one of the more expensive housing markets in the US.

Sacramento Statistics

If you're interested in Sacramento rent-to-own homes, don't forget to consider important factors in addition to monthly living costs, such as average commute, taxes, crime rates, etc. The following are some common Sacramento statistics compared to the U.S. national average.

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Housing Statistics

Anyone interested in finding houses to buy, or rent in Sacramento may be interested in the city's housing statistics, particularly in relation to average house prices and property types. Median house prices are back on the rise after falling dramatically from 2006 to 2009 and leveling out midway through 2012. Since then, median prices have started to rise, although they remain far from their peak from 2006, before the housing market collapsed. Currently, the median sales price for homes in Sacramento is $195,500, with average sales prices of $313,189. These figures are based on the 3,315 home sales that took place over the month of July 2013, a figure that fluctuates each month. If you are looking for a rental house, note that a whopping 46.28% of the properties here are renter occupied. If you want to rent for a while then put down roots, a rent to own home might be in the cards for you.

Local Restaurants

Sacramento, like any major city, is home to thousands of different restaurants. The Firehouse is certainly a top billing nightspot for foodies in the city, with a pretty interior featuring some lovely paintings of local landmarks to gaze upon as you chow down. If you're looking for something really trendy, try Mason's. It's atmosphere will make you feel like you're in one of the biggest and most chic cities in the world. If you want something with more of a local feel, try The Waterboy. Their mainly French and Italian menu changes each month, and their wine list is pretty extensive. Right in the heart of Downtown Sacramento you'll also find Ella Dining Room and Bar, a restaurant and bar with a host of honors to its name. Located near all of the main hotels in the center of town, it is a perfect location to suck in some hungry tourists, providing wonderful service and a friendly neighborhood atmosphere. Throughout the city there are some wonderful spots for a bit of food, so no visitor or local is ever going to be left with a grumbling stomach wherever they happen to be!

Nightlife

Sacramento plays host to a wide variety of bars, clubs, comedy venues, and other entertainment establishments to help you create your own memorable evenings. Torch Club is one of the best and, although it's a bit 'gritty', it's a blues bar so it should be! With great musicians and bands, a cozy bar, and a very friendly atmosphere, it's a great spot for lovers of live music. If you're looking for something a bit more upscale, the Park Ultra Lounge is a great place to be a VIP. If you're more interested in pop and some cheesy tunes, Badlands might be for you. There may only be the one dance floor, but if you're feeling a little too closed in, you can always go outside on the patio next to a beautiful waterfall, or head up to the mezzanine to catch your breath. All in all, Sacramento's nightlife might not be able to live up to New York, LA, or Miami, but it will still offer you everything you need for a fun night on the town

Neighborhood Guide

Sacramento groups almost all of its neighborhoods into four main areas: area one (Central and Eastern), area two (Southwestern), area three (Southeastern), and area four (above the American River). However, there are also some other prominent neighborhoods outside of these areas where you'll be able to snap up a bargain when looking for homes for sale. Sacramento has a good selection of rentals and homes to purchase, and they are scattered in numerous areas throughout the city.

Sacramento, CA Frequently Asked Questions

Sacramento, CA is considered one of the best places to live in the country. Residents are mostly college grads in their 20s and 30s and there are plenty of things to do for both singles and families.

Yes, Sacramento is safe with both violent and property crime rates below the national average

Sacramento, CAs cost of living is 17% higher than the national average. The average monthly cost of living, minus rent, for a family of four, is $3,733.59 and $1,043.87 for a single person.

Sacramento doesn't sit on any major fault lines but it does experience small earthquakes as a result of its proximity to SAn Francisco.

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