Rent & Property Prices in Chennai
The average price of rent for a one-bedroom apartment in Chennai, India is $181. We track 6 items in this category — see the full breakdown below.
All prices in USD; switch currency above the table.
On this page 4 sections
| Section | Description |
|---|---|
| Rent & Property Prices in Chennai: price table | 6 items with median prices and high–low ranges. |
| Compare to similar cities | Cities with comparable cost tier and region. |
| Other categories in Chennai | Jump to housing, food, transport, utilities, and more. |
| Housing FAQs for Chennai | Common questions about pricing, units, and refresh cadence. |
Rent & Property Prices in Chennai
Apartment rent and property purchase price per square meter.
| Item | Median | Range (low–high) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre | $181 | $127 – $424 |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre | $111 | $85 – $212 |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre | $411 | $318 – $847 |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre | $273 | $212 – $424 |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre | $1,706 | $1,368 – $2,280 |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre | $700 | $530 – $912 |
- 1 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre $181$127 – $424
- 1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre $111$85 – $212
- 3 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre $411$318 – $847
- 3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre $273$212 – $424
- Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre $1,706$1,368 – $2,280
- Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre $700$530 – $912
Other categories in Chennai
Housing in Chennai: FAQs
- How much does housing cost in Chennai?
- The average price of rent for a one-bedroom apartment in Chennai, India is around $181. See the table above for the full breakdown across 6 items.
- Are these housing prices in USD?
- Yes — every price on this page is normalized to US Dollars. Use the currency switcher above the table to convert to your local currency.
- How current is the housing data for Chennai?
- Prices were last refreshed on May 11, 2026. We refresh from public price databases on a scheduled cadence.
- What's not included on this page?
- This page focuses on housing. For an end-to-end monthly budget — rent + food + utilities + transit — see the Chennai main cost-of-living page.