Rent To Own Food Trailers
Rent-to-Own Food & Concession Trailers
Own your food trailer without a bank loan. No credit check rent to own for buyers in TX, LA, MS, AL, GA, TN and FL. Put 20% down, make monthly rental payments for 24, 36 or 48 months, and every payment builds equity toward ownership. It works on custom builds and in-stock trailers up to about $25,000; ask us about higher-priced builds. Rent to own on food and concession trailers is available to buyers who live in Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, Tennessee or Florida.
How Rent to Own Works on a Food Trailer
- Pick the trailer. Choose an in-stock food trailer or smoker from our food & concession inventory, or design a custom kitchen with us on the concession trailer builder. Rent to own is available on both, for trailers up to about $25,000; ask us about higher-priced builds. Food and concession rent to own is available to buyers who live in TX, LA, MS, AL, GA, TN or FL, and ClickLease financing covers every other state.
- Get pre-approved. Pre-approval runs through our rent-to-own partner. No credit check rent to own for buyers in TX, LA, MS, AL, GA, TN and FL.
- Put 20% down. On a $20,000 trailer that's $4,000 down. Call us for your exact monthly numbers.
- Choose your term: 24, 36 or 48 months.
- Start serving. Every on-time payment builds equity. Pay it off early and save: early payoff comes with a discount, so you don't pay the full rental contract amount. At the end of the term you own it. If your plans change, you can surrender the trailer and walk away with no impact on your credit.
Who Rent to Own Is a Good Fit for
- First-time food entrepreneurs who don't have business credit yet.
- Operators rebuilding credit, or anyone who doesn't want a new loan showing before a house or car purchase.
- Cooks testing a concept, such as a weekend BBQ, wings or a dessert window, before committing to a full kitchen build.
- Existing restaurants and caterers adding a second unit without tying up a credit line.
Prefer financing? We'll show you rent to own and trailer financing side by side, including ClickLease, so you can choose. Get pre-approved or call (770) 603-8511.
Which States Qualify for Food Trailer Rent to Own
Rent to own on food, concession and other specialty trailers (barbershop, grooming, boutique, gaming, race, fiber optic and similar builds) at 20% down is available to buyers who live in these 7 states:
Texas · Louisiana · Mississippi · Alabama · Georgia · Tennessee · Florida
Eligibility is based on where you live. Specialty rent to own takes 20% down and is available on trailers up to about $25,000; ask us about higher-priced builds.
No credit check rent to own for buyers in TX, LA, MS, AL, GA, TN and FL.
Outside those states? ClickLease financing is available in all 50 states, with a soft-pull pre-approval and a low amount due at signing (just a doc fee, under $500). We deliver anywhere in the U.S.
Buying a cargo or utility trailer instead? Standard trailers (cargo, utility and similar) rent to own with 15% down, for buyers in most states, also on trailers up to about $25,000. Light race trailers can also be 15% down, and they're available in more states than the 7 above. See the rent-to-own program page.
Requirements
These come from our rent-to-own program. The full details are on the rent-to-own page.
- 21 or older
- A valid U.S. driver's license (no temporary licenses)
- Current insurance in your name on your tow vehicle (a business policy works with a certificate or binder that lists your name).
- Two proofs of residency (your license and insurance usually cover it, or a recent phone bill, bank statement or pay stub).
- For food and concession trailers: a home address in one of the 7 states above.
Ready? Get pre-approved, or call (770) 603-8511.
What You Can Rent to Own
Rent to own is available on trailers up to about $25,000; ask us about higher-priced builds. Traditional financing is another option.
| Trailer type | Typical price on our lot or build sheet* | Rent to own? (20% down) | Good for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6x8 to 6x12 starter food trailer (finished interior, electrical, concession window) | about $6,800 to $8,400 in stock | Yes: about $1,360 to $1,680 down | coffee, lemonade, snow cones, packaged food |
| Used 8x10 to 8x12 with triple sink and concession window | about $13,600 to $16,800 | Yes: about $2,720 to $3,360 down | prep-light menus, catering |
| Used kitchens with hood vent and fire suppression (7x14 to 8x20) | about $23,000 to $29,500 | Units up to about $25,000: yes, about $4,600 to $5,000 down. Higher-priced units: ask us, or see financing | fryers, flat-tops, full hot menus |
| Open BBQ smoker rigs (60 in. to 72 in. reverse flow) | in-stock units about $7,000 to $18,800 (see live inventory) | Yes: about $1,400 to $3,760 down | BBQ, catering, competitions |
| Custom concession builds | starting at $7,600. Most popular builds run $20,000 to $30,000. Fully loaded mobile kitchens reach $100,000+ | Builds up to about $25,000: yes, from $1,520 down. Higher-priced builds: ask us, or see financing | your exact menu and layout |
*Prices change with options and current inventory. See food trailers in stock now, or get a custom quote.
How Long Does It Take?
In-stock trailers can go home as soon as your rent-to-own paperwork is done. Custom builds can be done as fast as 2 weeks; most builds about 4 weeks. We'll give you your timeline with your quote. Price a custom concession trailer.
Check Your Local Rules
Permit rules vary by state, county and city, so check the rules in your area before you open. Getting those requirements is your responsibility; tell us which equipment and options you need, and we'll build to the options you choose and provide equipment spec sheets and layout drawings for your plan review. More in our Georgia food trailer guide.
Rent to Own vs. Financing vs. Buying Outright
| Rent to own (food/specialty) | Traditional financing | Cash | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Credit check | No credit check (buyers who live in TX, LA, MS, AL, GA, TN or FL) | Soft-pull pre-approval with ClickLease | No |
| Upfront | 20% down | ClickLease: just a doc fee at signing (under $500) | Full price |
| Who qualifies | Buyers who live in TX, LA, MS, AL, GA, TN or FL | ClickLease: all 50 states | Anyone |
| Price range | Trailers up to about $25,000 (ask us about higher-priced builds) | Higher-priced trailers too | None |
| Who owns it during the term | Rental company until payoff | You (with a lien) | You |
| Total cost | Early-payoff discount available | Based on your credit | Paid once |
| Pay off early | Yes, with a discount | Usually | n/a |
| Walk-away option | Yes: surrender the trailer, no credit impact | No | n/a |
Why Buy Your Rent-to-Own Food Trailer From a&a Center
- One of Georgia's highest-volume trailer dealers, in business since 1973 in Jonesboro, GA, just south of Atlanta, with 70,000+ trailers sold.
- Real kitchens on the lot. Walk through food trailers and smokers before you sign, Mon to Fri 9 to 5 and Sat 9 to 4.
- Built with recognized manufacturers: Nationcraft, Anvil, Quality Cargo, Diamond Cargo and others.
- A live 3D design session. On custom builds, your deposit unlocks a video call with our in-house CAD designer, who lays out your kitchen with you in real time.
- Fast builds. Custom trailers as fast as 2 weeks; most builds about 4 weeks.
- Our own service and parts shop for brakes, axles, electrical and repairs after the sale (trailer repair, parts).
- Delivery anywhere. Pick up in Jonesboro, or we'll arrange third-party transport. Delivery runs about $2.50/mile from Jonesboro (ZIP 30236); we confirm the exact rate when you call.
Food Trailers In Stock in Jonesboro
Frequently Asked Questions
Which states qualify for rent to own on a food trailer?
Rent to own on food, concession and other specialty trailers at 20% down is available to buyers who live in Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, Tennessee or Florida, on trailers up to about $25,000 (ask us about higher-priced builds). In any other state, ClickLease financing is available in all 50 states with a soft-pull pre-approval and just a doc fee (under $500) due at signing, and we deliver nationwide. (Standard cargo and utility trailers: 15% down in most states; light race trailers can be 15% down too.)
Is there a price limit on rent to own?
Rent to own is available on trailers up to about $25,000. Ask us about higher-priced builds.
Can I rent to own a food trailer with bad credit?
Yes, if you live in one of the 7 states. No credit check rent to own for buyers in TX, LA, MS, AL, GA, TN and FL. Approval is based on the requirements above (age, license, insurance, residency), not your credit score.
How much do I need down?
20% of the trailer price. On a $7,600 starter build that's $1,520. 20% down on a $25,000 trailer is $5,000.
What if the trailer I want costs more than about $25,000?
Ask us about higher-priced builds. We'll walk you through your options, including ClickLease financing, and show you the numbers.
Why is the down payment different for a cargo trailer?
Food and concession trailers are specialty builds, so they take 20% down. Standard trailers like cargo and utility take 15% down, and light race trailers can be 15% down too.
How long does a custom food trailer take?
As fast as 2 weeks; most builds about 4 weeks. We'll give you a timeline with your quote.
Can I rent to own a custom-built concession trailer, or only in-stock units?
Both. Rent to own works on custom builds and on in-stock trailers up to about $25,000, with the same 20% down and 24, 36 or 48 month terms.
Can I rent to own a used food trailer?
Yes. Rent to own is available on pre-owned trailers with 20% down. See our pre-owned trailers.
Does rent to own include the kitchen equipment?
Yes, it can. Equipment installed on the trailer, such as the hood, fire suppression, sinks, fryers, griddle and refrigeration, can be included in your rent-to-own contract. Ask us about anything you plan to add separately.
Can I pay it off early?
Yes, and you'll save. Early payoff comes with a discount: if you pay off your rental term early, you don't pay the full rental contract amount. Call us for a payoff quote.
Can I return the trailer if my plans change?
Yes. You can surrender the trailer and walk away, with no obligation to buy and no impact on your credit.
Is a food trailer cheaper than a food truck on rent to own?
Usually, yes. A trailer has no engine or drivetrain to finance or fix, and you can unhitch it and use your truck for other work. See our food trailer cost guide.
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Ready to start? Call (770) 603-8511, text (404) 383-8194, or get pre-approved online. You can also price a custom concession trailer.