Rent to own Homes in St. Clair Shores, MI

Amazing walk on water! The city is renowned for having the world's longest freshwater boardwalk; visitors can walk on the sandy stretch with rippling water waving them by and the bustle of metro traffic roaring just inches away! Located along the St. Clair River, this boardwalk forms the international border between Michigan and (Windsor) Ontario, Canada.

St. Clair Shores, MI is a great place for affordable rent-to-own homes! With a median household income of over $62,935 and a median rent of $945, the St. Clair Shores, MI 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 St. Clair Shores, MI. 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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24120 OXFORD ST
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Single Family Home
Clinton Township, MI 48036
3
3
1900 ft2
1953
13057 PROSPECT AVE
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Southeast Warren
Single Family Home
Warren, MI 48089
2
1
900 ft2
1952
11092 PACKARD AVE
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Southeast Warren
Single Family Home
Warren, MI 48089
2
1
850 ft2
1951
8685 FORD AVE
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Southeast Warren
Single Family Home
Warren, MI 48089
3
1
1200 ft2
1948
8900 E Jefferson Ave APT 718
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Belle Isle
Single Family Home
Detroit, MI 48214
1
1
600 ft2
1966
204 W BRENTWOOD ST
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State Fair-Nolan
Single Family Home
Highland Park, MI 48203
3
1
1056 ft2
1951
502 ALBANY ST
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Downtown Ferndale
Single Family Home
Ferndale, MI 48220
3
1
1150 ft2
1928
15484 NORTHLAWN ST
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Harmony Village
Single Family Home
Detroit, MI 48238
3
1
1243 ft2
1926
1002 MAHAFFEY AVE
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Single Family Home
Rochester, MI 48307
3
2
1017 ft2
1958
14050 MANHATTAN ST
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Single Family Home
Oak Park, MI 48237
3
2
1061 ft2
1949
7274 Lamphere St
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Cody-Rouge
Single Family Home
Detroit, MI 48239
2
1
748 ft2
1949
Hot
13518 POPLAR ST
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Single Family Home
Southgate, MI 48195
2
1
660 ft2
1949
20592 MAPLEWOOD ST
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Single Family Home
Riverview, MI 48193
4
3
2472 ft2
1974
1442 RILEY CENTER RD
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Single Family Home
Riley, MI 48041
3
2
1853 ft2
1991
25404 HANOVER ST
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Single Family Home
Dearborn Heights, MI 48125
2
3
1344 ft2
1940
1375 RED BARN DR
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Single Family Home
Oxford, MI 48371
3
1
2028 ft2
1966
1 of 14 525 Maloney Street
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Multifamily (2 - 4 Units)
Oxford, MI 48371
3
3
2519 ft2
1977
4652 ALLORE RD
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Single Family Home
Newport, MI 48166
2
1
816 ft2
1950
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1 of 19 21009 FRAZHO ST
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Single Family Home
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081
3
2
1043 ft2
1954
Hot
22404 EDGEWOOD ST
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Single Family Home
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48080
3
2
1400 ft2
1952
1 of 4 22530 ARDMORE PARK DR
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Single Family Home
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48081
5
4
4763 ft2
1964
1 of 7 19536 RIDGEMONT ST
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Townhouse/Condo
Saint Clair Shores, MI 48080
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2
1114 ft2
1973
Hot
1 of 18 18338 BITTERSWEET
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Single Family Home
Fraser, MI 48026
4
2
1924 ft2
1971
Hot
21474 KELLY RD
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Single Family Home
Eastpointe, MI 48021
3
3
1436 ft2
1940
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1 of 51 23708 WHITLEY DR
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Single Family Home
Clinton Township, MI 48035
3
2
1013 ft2
1957
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1 of 18 23263 LINNE ST
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Single Family Home
Clinton Township, MI 48035
3
2
1013 ft2
1957
1 of 2 21604-21608 Moross
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Finney
Single Family Home
Detroit, MI 48236
4
2
1700 ft2
1 of 14 5384 HEREFORD ST
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Finney
Single Family Home
Detroit, MI 48224
3
1
1000 ft2
1939
11866 LAING ST
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Denby
Single Family Home
Detroit, MI 48224
3
1
857 ft2
1942
1 of 16 15225 FORDHAM ST
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Burbank
Single Family Home
Detroit, MI 48205
4
2
1500 ft2
1950
19326 MACINTOSH DR
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Single Family Home
Clinton Township, MI 48036
3
3
2032 ft2
1966
1 of 14 14515 ROSSINI DR
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Osborn
Single Family Home
Detroit, MI 48205
3
2
1300 ft2
1941
Hot
1 of 15 15856 EVANSTON ST
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Finney
Single Family Home
Detroit, MI 48224
4
2
1300 ft2
1929
Hot
1 of 44 27705 DANIEL CT
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Single Family Home
Harrison Township, MI 48045
3
3
2704 ft2
1993
37828 MAPLEHILL ST
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Single Family Home
Harrison Township, MI 48045
2
1
1000 ft2
1940
Hot
1 of 21 19614 COOPER ST
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Single Family Home
Clinton Township, MI 48038
3
1
1120 ft2
1978
Hot
1 of 14 19144 VERONA ST
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Osborn
Single Family Home
Detroit, MI 48205
3
2
1000 ft2
1947
1 of 16 23 LODEWYCK ST
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Single Family Home
Mount Clemens, MI 48043
2
3
1810 ft2
1910
Hot
13991 ALMA ST
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Burbank
Single Family Home
Detroit, MI 48205
4
1
1327 ft2
1929
Hot
1 of 14 19229 PELKEY ST
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Osborn
Single Family Home
Detroit, MI 48205
4
1
1165 ft2
1946
1 of 70 14984 RIVER VIEW CT
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Single Family Home
Sterling Heights, MI 48313
4
4
2528 ft2
1994
Hot
1 of 12 41664 STONEHENGE MANOR DR
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Single Family Home
Clinton Township, MI 48038
5
4
2492 ft2
2003
Hot
41495 JANET CIR
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Townhouse/Condo
Clinton Township, MI 48038
2
2
1187 ft2
1990
1 of 15 18686 FAIRPORT ST
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Osborn
Single Family Home
Detroit, MI 48205
3
1
1100 ft2
1941
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Buying a Home in St. Clair Shores, MI

St. Clair Shores, MI is seeing rapid growth and St. Clair Shores, MI's' housing market remains optimal with an average home price that is -34% below the 2024 national average. St. Clair Shores, MI is part of Macomb 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 Macomb is 1.74% which is above the national average, which is 0.99%.

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Top 14 Reasons to Live in St. Clair Shores, MI

Gorgeous homes along the shoreline! St. Clair Shores features a dazzling mix of beautiful homes plotted along the St. Clair River. Most occupants are homeowners. This ownership rate is higher than the state average. You may find several rent-to-own houses and condominiums in Warren Woods and Lake View at reasonable rates.

Cost of Living is A+! Having both a robust tourism economy and strong real estate markets, it's no surprise the standard of living is not only high, but it's also accomplished at a low cost. The cost of living in St. Clair Shores is less than the state's average and less than the country's average. This means you can live 'large' by the water's edge in stylish Romero or Lapeer homes for less!

The best jogging areas! Staying in shape is easy when you have a stunning view of the waterways to inspire you along. Jefferson Avenue or Palmer Park provide scenic views of the lovely St. Clair River as you jog or bike.

The greatest seafood fest! It goes without saying that both freshwater and deep-sea cuisine flow in abundance in this water-land community. Enjoy lobster tail while you watch the boats row by at Brownies on the Lake or enjoy the juiciest crab legs around at Waves Chill and Grill.

Ideal Time for Buying a Home! Spacious homes with land space in desirable communities are here, at affordable prices. The median price asked for homes in St. Clair Shores is less than the nation's average; however, in Michigan as a whole, the rental rate is higher. Cheap foreclosures are still a lingering part of home market sales, offering fantastic deals for buyers to snatch up. South Lake and Marysville have attractive homes for nesting.

New construction on rental homes! Many new units are under construction to meet demands for modern townhouses, lofts and condominiums. Individuals looking to rent in this area will need to budget for a median rental rate that is higher than Michigan's rate, yet lower than the national average. Rent-to-own homes and rent-to-own lofts in Pine Grove and New Baltimore are lucrative long-term deals.

Career and business expansion! The city has achieved an increase in jobs over the last year and is forecasting marginal job increases over the next three years. Fortune 500 companies like Ford and General Motors play a huge part in job creation, market stability and property investment. With a low vacancy rate added to these gains, it means more good times ahead for those looking to move to an expanding area.

Best Bakeries in St Clair Shores! Pink Elephant Cupcakes on Jefferson Avenue is a must-try, as is Ethel Edibles for gluten-free "hot blondies," and Just Delicious Scones.

Lots of Entertaining Spots! Boredom is unlikely in this community where movie theaters, clubs, games, bars and restaurants reign in Royal Oak and on Gratiot Avenue, just a few minutes from town.

Retail Shopping Mania! Clothing chains, department stores and specialty shops cater to the most extreme shopaholics. Shopping centers include: Universal Mall, Oakland Mall and Macomb Mall.

Enjoy the Wondrous Outdoors! Dozens of parks, pools and marinas are in the city to woo residents and visitors alike. Windmille Pointe Park, Halmich Park and Oakland Verte Skate Park are a few exciting retreats.

Performing Arts, Jazz and Blues! Get a dose of the performing arts! Concert of Colors is a celebration of global music showcased in Midtown, while a professional range of performances can be seen at Fox Detroit Theatre downtown.

Go Boating! Enjoy the view from the lake. Delight in the mix of charming downtown and rural vistas on Detroit Princess River Boat or Clinton River Cruise Company.