Owner guide · 2027

How to Make Money in 2027 Renting Out What's in Your Garage

Most of what's in a garage gets used a few days a year. The other 95% of the time, it could be paying you. Here's how to turn it into side income in 2027 without buying anything new.

Why renting beats selling

Sell a golf cart and you get paid once. Rent it out 13 weekends a year at $85/day and it can bring in around $1,100 every year while you still own it. Prices keep rising, so more people would rather rent a $600 pressure washer for a day than buy one.

12 garage items neighbors will pay to rent

Rates are typical starting points; demand varies by neighborhood and season.

Earn more with done-for-you

Many people don't want the tool — they want the job done. If you're comfortable mowing a lawn, washing a driveway, or driving the golf cart at an event, list a done-for-you rate. It often pays 2–3× the DIY price for the same gear.

5 tips to get booked fast

1. Take clear photos in daylight from the front, side, and any controls.
2. Price just under local rental shops — convenience next door wins.
3. List seasonal items a few weeks before the season starts.
4. Bundle accessories (extension cords, fuel can, safety glasses).
5. Reply quickly and keep pickups easy.

What about damage?

Every rental includes ID checks, a card hold on the renter at pickup, and time-stamped pickup and return photos. If damage is verified, the renter pays. See how protection works →