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Average 1BHK rent in Bangalore is ₹18,000/month in 2026. Range: ₹12,600–₹27,000/mo depending on area and furnishing.
Karnataka · 2026
1BHK Rent in Bangalore (2026)
Area-wise 1BHK rent breakdown across Bangalore's top neighbourhoods. Median, range, and what to expect in 2026.
Bangalore 1BHK Rent Overview
City median
₹18,000/mo
Budget areas
₹12,600/mo
Premium areas
₹27,000/mo
1BHK city median
₹18,000/mo
2BHK city median
₹28,000/mo
3BHK city median
₹40,000/mo
Median unfurnished/semi-furnished. Fully furnished adds 15-25%. Brokerage: 1 month rent. Security deposit: 2-3 months. Data: 2026.
1BHK Rent by Area in Bangalore
Koramangala
₹28,000-42,000 for 2BHK
Trendy startup hub with craft breweries, boutique cafes, nightlife, upmarket crowd. Best for young professionals.
Indiranagar
₹25,000-38,000 for 2BHK
Cosmopolitan neighbourhood with expat communities, good schools, diverse dining, tree-lined streets.
Whitefield
₹22,000-35,000 for 2BHK
Major IT hub with shopping malls, international restaurants, young professionals. Congested but convenient for tech workers.
HSR Layout
₹20,000-32,000 for 2BHK
Family-friendly with parks, supermarkets, residential calm, good proximity to IT offices. Best for families.
Sarjapur Road
₹18,000-30,000 for 2BHK
Major tech corridor connecting to Electronic City and Whitefield. Affordable relative to proximity to jobs. High construction activity.
Marathahalli
₹18,000-28,000 for 2BHK
IT corridor with mixed residential-commercial, decent infrastructure, moderate congestion. Good value for tech workers.
Electronic City
₹14,000-22,000 for 2BHK
Budget-friendly tech hub with Infosys and Wipro campuses. Far from central Bangalore but excellent for employees of nearby companies.
1BHK Rent by Neighbourhood
Detailed neighbourhood-level rent data.
FAQs
What is the average 1BHK rent in Bangalore in 2026?
The median 1BHK rent in Bangalore is ₹18,000/month for an unfurnished to semi-furnished apartment. Prices vary from ₹12,600/mo in budget areas to ₹27,000/mo in premium neighbourhoods.
Which area has the cheapest 1BHK rent in Bangalore?
Budget 1BHK options in Bangalore typically start around ₹11,700/mo in peripheral or emerging neighbourhoods. Among the areas listed, Electronic City is generally more affordable.
What should I budget for moving into a 1BHK in Bangalore?
Beyond monthly rent of ₹18,000, budget for: security deposit (2-3 months = ₹36,000–₹54,000), brokerage (1 month = ₹18,000), and advance rent. Total upfront cost: ₹72,000–₹90,000.
Is 2026 a good time to rent a 1BHK in Bangalore?
Rental demand in Bangalore follows seasonal patterns — prices dip slightly in November–January when fewer people relocate. March–June sees peak demand with higher prices. If flexibility allows, negotiate during off-season for better deals.