{"id":98287,"date":"2025-07-22T09:19:32","date_gmt":"2025-07-22T16:19:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/?p=98287"},"modified":"2025-07-22T09:20:47","modified_gmt":"2025-07-22T16:20:47","slug":"should-you-sell-or-rent-your-home","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.redfin.com\/blog\/should-you-sell-or-rent-your-home\/","title":{"rendered":"Should I Sell or Rent My House? Here\u2019s How to Decide"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you’re moving to a new city, upgrading to a bigger home, or navigating a life change, you may be wondering what to do with your current house. Should you sell it and use the proceeds for your next place, or rent it out and turn it into a long-term investment?<\/span><\/p>\n

In this Redfin article, we\u2019ll outline what to contemplate to help you decide whether you should sell or rent your house. Whether you\u2019re buying a new <\/span>home in Raleigh, NC<\/span><\/a>, or a <\/span>condo in Sacramento, CA<\/span><\/a>, here\u2019s what to know when deciding between renting vs selling your house.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Key takeaways<\/span><\/h2>\n
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  • Selling your house<\/b> may be the right option if you need the proceeds to purchase your next home or you plan to move permanently.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Renting out your house<\/b> may be the right option if you\u2019re planning to live in your home again, have a low mortgage rate, or are looking for more income.<\/span><\/li>\n
  • Your local housing and rental markets, and your financial situation, are major factors in your decision.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n