Mar 10, 2025 - Real Estate
How long San Diego renters live in their homes
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Nearly 17% of San Diego renters have lived in their homes for at least 10 years, up from about 11% a decade ago, according to a Redfin analysis of census data.
The big picture: While most U.S. renters move homes within five years, roughly 34% lived in the same rental for longer than that in 2023. That's up from around 28% in 2013.
- Renters moved less often than a decade ago in all of the 50 most populous U.S. metro areas, the analysis shows.
Between the lines: Many are staying put in their rentals because of high homeownership costs or they prefer the amenities and flexibility.
- Renters make up about half of households in San Diego County, and 30% of them spend more than half their income on housing.
The bottom line: Younger people are more likely to relocate on a regular basis than older people.
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