Have more house than you need? Thinking about taking in a housemate for income or companionship? Seeking housing you can afford? HomeShareSLO, a program of the non-profit Smart Share Housing Solutions, serves all of San Luis Obispo County. The Program staff help facilitate homeshare matches, but the clients decide what works for them. Thinking about it? Call us at (805) 215-5474 or email us at info@smartsharehousingsolutions.org, and we can help you decide if it seems like the right move.
How it Works: A Proven Concept
Since the early 70's, more than 60 home share organizations in the U.S. have made tens of thousands of successful matches. Click here to read more about how it works.
Have an extra room to rent out?
Are you ready to turn your extra room into cash? In addition we have a new, $1000.00 Home Provider Incentive!
Get Started: Pre-qualifying Checklist
Are you ready to turn your extra rooms into cash? We'll walk you through the steps to successful home sharing here.
Looking for Housing?
We have house shares available throughout the county, with rents averaging from $750-$850. See photos and learn more here.
Rental Agreements (averaging $800/month per rental) work best for most of our clients. Thinking About It? Still unsure about our program? Read the Testimonials below!
Samples below of currently available homeshares. Click on Shares Available link to see more.
Private partially furnished room and shared bath in SLO. Elderly female provider and her small dog wish to share their cozy home. Situated just a 12-minute walk from downtown San Luis Obispo. This welcoming space offers the possibility of a pet dog or cat, and consideration for an outside smoker. Rent $850 utilities included.
Female provider and her small dog looking to share their charming home. Private room that can be furnished or unfurnished and semi private bathroom. A small dog may be considered, no cats and no smoking. Rent $750 utilities included.
Furnished private bed & bath in Oceano. Female provider and her large dog are looking to share this lovely bi-level home. Located close to the Oceano Dunes, Grover Beach & more. $700 plus half the utilities (approximately $135 per month). No pets allowed.
"The help HomeShareSLO offered in connecting us, drawing up an agreement and facilitating the signing was incredibly helpful and gives me security knowing I'm in a good situation. Knowing my home provider was background-checked gives me comfort as well." --Jenae W., Atascadero
"I had the most pleasant experience with HomeShare SLO. Not only did they provide a great roommate, they facilitated a contract change without skipping a beat. I would highly recommend the organization." --Pauline, Nipomo
"Being a single senior female on a limited income, my stress level was over the top trying to find housing. Thank you for the wonderful attention to detail and matching me in the absolute best situation." -Dennice C., Los Osos
"I live in a larger home and I had some extra space. I'd been alone in the home for about 5 years and I thought well, maybe I should give it a try... I think they do a good job of checking people's credentials. That was a good safety factor for me. I think HSSLO [HomeShare SLO] does a real good job of matching people up. We get along really well. We make each other laugh. I would recommend it for others." -Beth W., Grover Beach
To apply, fill out the contact information by clicking on the link below. Please be sure to indicate whether you are a HomeShare Seeker or a Provider. Watch your email for a link to our online application.