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Average 1BHK rent in Mumbai is ₹22,000/month in 2026. Range: ₹15,400–₹33,000/mo depending on area and furnishing.
Maharashtra · 2026
1BHK Rent in Mumbai (2026)
Area-wise 1BHK rent breakdown across Mumbai's top neighbourhoods. Median, range, and what to expect in 2026.
Mumbai 1BHK Rent Overview
City median
₹22,000/mo
Budget areas
₹15,400/mo
Premium areas
₹33,000/mo
1BHK city median
₹22,000/mo
2BHK city median
₹38,000/mo
3BHK city median
₹55,000/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 Mumbai
Bandra
₹35,000-55,000 for 2BHK
Upscale coastal area with expats, fine dining, nightlife, and beaches. Extremely crowded and expensive but the most cosmopolitan neighbourhood in India.
Powai
₹28,000-42,000 for 2BHK
Corporate hub with IT offices, shopping malls, young professionals, and a lake. Cleaner and better planned than South Mumbai.
Andheri
₹20,000-32,000 for 2BHK
Massive suburb with diverse communities, heavy traffic, mixed residential-commercial with affordable pockets. Convenient for airport travel.
Worli
₹40,000-60,000 for 2BHK
Upscale area near the business district, premium housing, good restaurants, sea-facing premium. Corporate executives and finance crowd.
Navi Mumbai (Vashi/Kharghar)
₹18,000-28,000 for 2BHK
Planned suburb with better infrastructure, less congestion, growing commercial hubs. The affordable alternative for those working in the city.
Thane
₹15,000-25,000 for 2BHK
IT and manufacturing hub, expanding metro connectivity, affordable, younger demographic. 1-1.5 hours from city centre.
Lower Parel / Dadar
₹32,000-50,000 for 2BHK
Redeveloped mill district now home to offices, malls, and residential towers. Central location; expensive but convenient.
1BHK Rent by Neighbourhood
Detailed neighbourhood-level rent data.
FAQs
What is the average 1BHK rent in Mumbai in 2026?
The median 1BHK rent in Mumbai is ₹22,000/month for an unfurnished to semi-furnished apartment. Prices vary from ₹15,400/mo in budget areas to ₹33,000/mo in premium neighbourhoods.
Which area has the cheapest 1BHK rent in Mumbai?
Budget 1BHK options in Mumbai typically start around ₹14,300/mo in peripheral or emerging neighbourhoods. Among the areas listed, Lower Parel / Dadar is generally more affordable.
What should I budget for moving into a 1BHK in Mumbai?
Beyond monthly rent of ₹22,000, budget for: security deposit (2-3 months = ₹44,000–₹66,000), brokerage (1 month = ₹22,000), and advance rent. Total upfront cost: ₹88,000–₹1,10,000.
Is 2026 a good time to rent a 1BHK in Mumbai?
Rental demand in Mumbai 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.