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Rent-to-Own Stores in California

92 stores · 70 cities

There are 92 rent-to-own stores in California across 70 cities. Major rent-to-own companies operating in California include Rent-A-Center, Aaron's, Grant RTO, Yes! Stores. The cities with the most rent-to-own stores are Bakersfield (3 stores), Fresno (3 stores), Lancaster (3 stores). Rent-to-own stores in California offer furniture, appliances, electronics, computers, mattresses, smartphones, and more with flexible weekly or monthly payments and no traditional credit check required. Use the VRTO (Virtual Rent To Own) directory below to compare stores, check hours, and find rent-to-own options near you.

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Rent-to-Own Companies in California

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All 70 Cities with Rent-to-Own Stores in California

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Rent-to-Own Laws in California

California has a specific rent-to-own statute, California Karnette Rental-Purchase Act. Understanding your rights before visiting a store helps you negotiate better terms.

Rent-to-Own Regulations

Rent-to-own is legal in this state
California Karnette Rental-Purchase Act Cal. Civ. Code §§ 1812.620 to 1812.649
Payment cap protections Total cost of ownership must not exceed 2.25 times the cash price (225% cap) for new merchandise.
Early buyout rights required Consumer may purchase the property at any time by paying 50% of the remaining periodic payments, less any amounts already paid beyond the total cash price.
Repossession rules Must give at least 5 business days written notice before terminating the agreement. May not use force or threats. Consumer has the right to reinstate within 7 days.
Disclosure requirements Must disclose total number and amount of payments, total cost, cash price, whether the item is new or used, any additional mandatory charges, and the early purchase option.

Last updated: December 1, 2025

Source: State Legislature / Attorney General

Rent-to-own in California, answered

There are 92 rent-to-own store locations across 70 cities in California. This includes stores from Rent-A-Center, Aaron's, Grant RTO, Yes! Stores.

The cities with the most rent-to-own stores in California are Bakersfield (3 stores), Fresno (3 stores), Lancaster (3 stores), Sacramento (3 stores), Stockton (3 stores).

Rent-to-own stores in California offer furniture, appliances, electronics, computers, smartphones, mattresses, jewelry, and tires. Product availability varies by store and location, so use the category links above to browse by product type.

Most rent-to-own stores in California do not require a traditional credit check. Approval is typically based on income verification and a valid ID. Contact stores directly to confirm their specific requirements.

Location counts and listing details may change. Always confirm important details with the retailer before you visit.

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