Rent & Property Prices in Colombo
The average price of rent for a one-bedroom apartment in Colombo, Sri Lanka is $521. 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 Colombo: 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 Colombo | Jump to housing, food, transport, utilities, and more. |
| Housing FAQs for Colombo | Common questions about pricing, units, and refresh cadence. |
Rent & Property Prices in Colombo
Apartment rent and property purchase price per square meter.
| Item | Median | Range (low–high) |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre | $521 | $311 – $934 |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre | $233 | $100 – $600 |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre | $1,247 | $623 – $2,500 |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre | $361 | $156 – $716 |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre | $3,793 | $3,488 – $4,173 |
| Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre | $1,215 | $1,090 – $1,557 |
- 1 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre $521$311 – $934
- 1 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre $233$100 – $600
- 3 Bedroom Apartment in City Centre $1,247$623 – $2,500
- 3 Bedroom Apartment Outside of City Centre $361$156 – $716
- Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment in City Centre $3,793$3,488 – $4,173
- Price per Square Meter to Buy Apartment Outside of Centre $1,215$1,090 – $1,557
Other categories in Colombo
Housing in Colombo: FAQs
- How much does housing cost in Colombo?
- The average price of rent for a one-bedroom apartment in Colombo, Sri Lanka is around $521. 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 Colombo?
- 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 Colombo main cost-of-living page.