Rent to own Homes in San Carlos, CA

Located in San Mateo County, California, San Carlos was originally inhabited by the Lamchins Native American tribe until the Spanish moved to the area in the late 1700s. The city was incorporated in 1925 and according to the most recent census data has a population of 28,406. With a land area of 5.54 square miles, it maintains a moderate population density. San Mateo calls itself "The City of Good Living" and it's not hard to see why.

San Carlos, CA is a great place for affordable rent-to-own homes! With a median household income of over $189,739 and a median rent of $2,423, the San Carlos, 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 San Carlos, 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 San Carlos, CA rent to own homes for sale, which may include auction properties, for sale by owner, and more.
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601 Middle Rd APT 22
Rent To Own
Belmont
Single Family Home
Belmont, CA 94002
1
1
550 ft2
1907
711 PORTWALK PL
Rent To Own
Redwood Shores
Townhouse/Condo
Redwood City, CA 94065
3
2
1050 ft2
1987
1 MANDALAY PL #1506
Rent To Own
Paradise Valley
Townhouse/Condo
South San Francisco, CA 94080
2
2
1548 ft2
2004
967 JORDAN ST
Rent To Own
 
Single Family Home
Montara, CA 94037
4
4
3469 ft2
1981
Baine Avenue Apartments, 6437 Baine Ave
Rent To Own
Newark
Single Family Home
Newark, CA 94560
2
1
670 ft2
1600 INGALLS ST
Rent To Own
Bayview
Single Family Home
San Francisco, CA 94124
4
2
1200 ft2
1944
555 Fulton St
Rent To Own
Hayes Valley
Townhouse/Condo
San Francisco, CA 94102
1
1
714 ft2
2020
Hot
81 TARRY LN
Rent To Own
Sleepy Hollow Area
Single Family Home
Orinda, CA 94563
3
2
1692 ft2
1951
437 Chateau La Salle Dr #437
Rent To Own
 
Single Family Home
San Jose, CA 95111
2
2
1440 ft2
1980
200 Ford Rd SPACE 37B
Rent To Own
 
Single Family Home
San Jose, CA 95138
1
1
373 ft2
2012
2017 ASILOMAR DR
Rent To Own
 
Single Family Home
Antioch, CA 94509
5
4
2761 ft2
1997
New
3327 LA MESA DR #4
Rent to Own Eligible
San Carlos
Townhouse/Condo
San Carlos, CA 94070
2
2
1040 ft2
1973
New
657 WALNUT ST #413
Rent to Own Eligible
San Carlos
Townhouse/Condo
San Carlos, CA 94070
1
1
791 ft2
2020
1700 SAN CARLOS AVE #206
Rent to Own Eligible
San Carlos
Townhouse/Condo
San Carlos, CA 94070
1
1
960 ft2
1963
New
1 of 25 3327 La Mesa Dr
Rent to Own Eligible
San Carlos
Townhouse/Condo
San Carlos, CA 94070
2
2
1040 ft2
1973
New
222 LAUREL ST #301
Rent to Own Eligible
San Carlos
Townhouse/Condo
San Carlos, CA 94070
2
2
940 ft2
1963
88 CLAREMONT AVE #2
Rent to Own Eligible
Oak Knoll - Redwood Park
Townhouse/Condo
Redwood City, CA 94062
2
2
1060 ft2
1971
1432 SAN CARLOS AVE #3
Rent to Own Eligible
San Carlos
Townhouse/Condo
San Carlos, CA 94070
2
3
1080 ft2
1986
935 OLD COUNTY RD #44
Rent to Own Eligible
Belmont
Townhouse/Condo
Belmont, CA 94002
2
2
1224 ft2
1992
300 DAVEY GLEN RD #3702
Rent to Own Eligible
Belmont
Townhouse/Condo
Belmont, CA 94002
1
1
722 ft2
1965
New
400 EL CAMINO REAL #303
Rent to Own Eligible
Belmont
Townhouse/Condo
Belmont, CA 94002
1
1
886 ft2
2019
Hot New
449 VERA AVE
Rent to Own Eligible
Roosevelt
Single Family Home
Redwood City, CA 94061
3
1
1200 ft2
1937
New
97 PELICAN LN
Rent to Own Eligible
Redwood Shores
Townhouse/Condo
Redwood City, CA 94065
1
1
837 ft2
1985
Hot New
429 CORK HARBOUR CIR #H
Rent to Own Eligible
Redwood Shores
Townhouse/Condo
Redwood City, CA 94065
3
2
1328 ft2
1985
New
644 BUCKEYE ST
Rent to Own Eligible
Staumbaugh Heller
Single Family Home
Redwood City, CA 94063
1
1
570 ft2
1954
35 28TH AVE #102
Rent to Own Eligible
Beresford Park
Townhouse/Condo
San Mateo, CA 94403
2
2
1282 ft2
1974
601 Leahy St
Rent to Own Eligible
Redwood Oaks
Townhouse/Condo
Redwood City, CA 94061
2
2
1224 ft2
1975
4000 FARM HILL BLVD #303
Rent to Own Eligible
Farm Hill
Townhouse/Condo
Redwood City, CA 94061
2
1
916 ft2
1973
New
3050 LOS PRADOS ST #6
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Townhouse/Condo
San Mateo, CA 94403
1
1
633 ft2
1966
New
3125 LOS PRADOS ST #1
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Townhouse/Condo
San Mateo, CA 94403
2
1
899 ft2
1959
3045 LOS PRADOS ST #216
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Townhouse/Condo
San Mateo, CA 94403
2
2
956 ft2
1963
New
3125 Los Prados St
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Townhouse/Condo
San Mateo, CA 94403
2
1
899 ft2
1959
1 of 42 3045 Los Prados St
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Townhouse/Condo
San Mateo, CA 94403
2
2
956 ft2
1963
3021 Los Prados St
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Townhouse/Condo
San Mateo, CA 94403
1
1
750 ft2
1963
10 SCENIC WAY #112
Rent to Own Eligible
Beresford Park
Townhouse/Condo
San Mateo, CA 94403
2
2
1226 ft2
1974
1 of 42 2824 Marlborough Ave
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Townhouse/Condo
Redwood City, CA 94063
2
1
650 ft2
1980
2824 MARLBOROUGH AVE #2
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Townhouse/Condo
Redwood City, CA 94063
2
1
650 ft2
1980
1151 Compass Ln
Rent to Own Eligible
Neighborhood 4
Townhouse/Condo
Foster City, CA 94404
2
2
1286 ft2
1976
New
1561 MARINA CT #H
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Townhouse/Condo
San Mateo, CA 94403
3
1
1008 ft2
1961
New
1919 ALAMEDA DE LAS PULGAS #86
Rent to Own Eligible
Beresford Park
Townhouse/Condo
San Mateo, CA 94403
2
2
1024 ft2
1974
New
800 SEA SPRAY LN #217
Rent to Own Eligible
 
Townhouse/Condo
Foster City, CA 94404
1
1
1053 ft2
1984
2155 VISTA DEL MAR
Rent to Own Eligible
Marina Lagoon
Townhouse/Condo
San Mateo, CA 94404
2
3
1121 ft2
1986
New
1453 VIA VIS #2
Rent to Own Eligible
Marina Lagoon
Townhouse/Condo
San Mateo, CA 94404
2
2
904 ft2
1984
456 MARINERS ISLAND BLVD #215
Rent to Own Eligible
Vintage Park
Townhouse/Condo
San Mateo, CA 94404
1
1
900 ft2
1978
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Buying a Home in San Carlos, CA

San Carlos, CA is seeing rapid growth and San Carlos, CA's' housing market remains not optimal with an average home price that is 708% above the 2024 national average. San Carlos, CA is part of San Mateo 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 Mateo is 0.56% which is below the national average, which is 0.99%.

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Top 5 Reasons to Live in San Carlos, CA

Plenty of apartments! If you are interested in a rental property, the San Carlos area has many apartments with amenities available for rent. The popular Chestnut Street Apartments are one place to check out if you are just moving into the area. If you need more room, Alameda de las Pulgas may be the place to look instead. In either case, the average price of a rental unit is going to be above the national average, but for such a nice area of California, this is not unexpected.

Great neighborhoods! There are also homes for sale throughout San Carlos that offer more space. The Palomar Park neighborhood has more expensive homes for those who are looking for the very best, but they are homes of good value. According to Zillow, home values in San Carlos have gone up 11.5 percent over the past year and are expected to keep going up another 3.2 percent. If you are hoping to find something more affordable, check out houses around White Oaks for rent to own options. Like the apartments, the average cost of homes in San Carlos are going to be higher than the national average, but if you know what you are looking for, either of these two neighborhoods offer great options for sale.

Great parks to explore! California is known for its great weather and beautiful outdoor life. San Carlos is a shining example of this and has a variety of well-maintained parks to offer. The popular Burton Park has soccer, basketball, baseball, tennis and a variety of other activities to enjoy. If you simply want to hike, check out some of the Eaton Park trails.

Enjoy the local culture! If you're looking to learn more about the area, a visit to the Hiller Aviation Museum can be fun and educational. When you need something a bit more exciting, the San Carlos Art & Wine Faire is always a good option.

Stay active! You will never have trouble staying active if you go to Rocksalt and start on a Pilates routine. If you want to exercise at your own pace, Dowling Fitness is the place to go.