1 BHK Flats for Rent in Mumbai: Market at a Glance
Square Yards lists 13,674+ 1 BHK flats for rent in Mumbai, with an average monthly rent of ₹42,983.
Total 1 BHK Flats
13,674+
Live right now
Average Rent
₹42,983
Per month
Entry-Level Rent
₹5,000
Lower band
Premium Rent
₹8.5 Lac
Upper band
If you're a working professional, student, couple or small family looking for something comfortable without paying for space you don't need, a 1 BHK is usually the sweet spot in Mumbai. Whether you're searching 1 BHK on rent Mumbai, 1 BHK flats on rent Mumbai, or just typing 1 BHK flat on rent near me into the search bar, the results all point to the same pool of listings. The average rent sits around ₹42,983 a month, though you'll find 1 BHK flats for rent anywhere from ₹5,000 to ₹8.5 Lac depending on the neighbourhood, how furnished it is, and the building's age. That's still noticeably cheaper than Mumbai's overall rental average, which is what makes a 1 BHK apartment for rent such a common starting point for renters new to the city.
Location is really what drives the price here. A 1 BHK out in one of the far suburbs can cost you well under the city average, while the same size flat in a central, well-connected pocket, or a fancier building, can easily run double that. Furnishing matters too, an unfurnished flat in the same building will almost always rent for less than a furnished one, since you're trading a lower monthly bill for having to buy your own furniture.
How many 1 BHK flats are up for rent in Mumbai right now?
There are 13,674+ 1bhk for rent listed on Square Yards at the moment, out of a much larger pool of rental properties citywide. That's a genuinely wide spread, everything from small units near suburban stations to bigger 1 BHKs in gated premium societies.
What's a realistic budget?
₹42,983 a month is the city average, so that's a fair number to plan around. If you're working with less, you can still find something from ₹5,000, usually smaller, unfurnished places in the outer suburbs. On the other end, prime or premium 1 BHKs can go up toward ₹8.5 Lac.
Can you actually find something affordable?
Yes. Rents start as low as ₹5,000 a month, and prices swing a lot depending on the locality, how well-connected it is, the amenities on offer, and the age of the building, so there's genuinely something for most budgets across the city.
What Does a 1 BHK Actually Cost?
This is monthly rent, not a purchase price, we're strictly talking rentals here.
Mumbai's rental filters break the 1 BHK market into five rough bands:
- Affordable Homes: ₹20,000 to ₹30,000 a month (approx), mostly smaller or unfurnished 1 BHKs in the outer and central suburbs, a good fit if you're just starting out or watching your budget closely.
- Mid-Segment Homes: ₹25,000 to ₹50,000 a month (approx), the range most working professionals and small families actually end up in, with semi-furnished units and decent connectivity becoming more common.
- Upper Mid-Segment: ₹50,000 to ₹75,000 a month (approx), usually better-built societies with proper amenities like a gym or security, closer to the main commercial and IT corridors.
- Premium Residences: ₹75,000 to ₹1.25 Lac a month (approx), fully furnished flats in well-located buildings, often in or near South Mumbai or the premium western suburbs.
- Luxury Apartments: ₹1.25 Lac to ₹2 Lac a month (approx), the top of the 1 BHK market, high-rise addresses with premium finishes and every amenity you'd expect at that price.
The affordable and mid-segment homes tend to cluster in the outer and central suburbs. In areas like Vikhroli East, Chembur, and Andheri East, a 1 BHK typically lands between ₹30,000 and ₹50,000 (approx). Head further into budget pockets like Bhandup West, Kurla, or Jogeshwari West, and you're usually looking at ₹20,000 to ₹30,000 (approx).
Premium and luxury rentals are concentrated in South Mumbai, plus a few premium towers out west in places like Bandra West and Powai, where a well-appointed 1 BHK can cross ₹45,000 to ₹65,000 (approx), sometimes more.
One thing worth flagging: all of this is about renting. Buying a 1 BHK is a completely different, and much bigger, conversation, purchase prices for an established flat usually run into the tens of lakhs or beyond, depending on the micro-market. Don't mix the two up when you're budgeting.
A Quick Look at Real Listings
Here's a snapshot of actual 1 BHK flats currently listed at different price points.
| Locality |
Furnishing |
Carpet Area |
Estimated RENT |
Notable Features |
| Malad East |
Unfurnished |
280 sqft |
₹24,000 |
3rd floor of a 23-story building, park view |
| Borivali East |
Semi-Furnished |
368 sqft |
₹31,000 |
Gym, pool, 24x7 security |
| Goregaon East |
Furnished |
470 sqft |
₹36,000 |
Ground floor, move-in ready |
| Wadala |
Furnished |
450 sqft |
₹62,000 |
Garden view, covered parking |
| Powai |
Semi-Furnished |
384 sqft |
₹69,000 |
Garden view, gym, 1 parking spot |
| Kurla |
Semi-Furnished |
400 sqft |
₹65,000 |
7th floor of a 23-story building, community view |
| Sion |
Semi-Furnished |
408 sqft |
₹45,000 |
Study room, 15th floor, road view |
| Jogeshwari East |
Unfurnished |
420 sqft |
₹55,000 |
Less than a year old, modern construction |
Average Rent by Area Type
Three broad tiers explain most of the price difference across the city for a 1 BHK.
- Suburbs & extended suburbs (Mira Road, Dahisar, Vasai, and beyond Thane): ₹10,000 to ₹25,000/month (approx) for budget or unfurnished units.
- Western & central suburbs (Andheri, Malad, Borivali, Powai, Chembur): ₹30,000 to ₹70,000/month (approx), depending on amenities and furnishing.
- South Mumbai (Lower Parel, Dadar, Wadala, Worli): ₹50,000 to ₹1,00,000+/month (approx) for high-rises and prime addresses.
Key Localities and What to Expect
1 BHK rent in Mumbai differs a lot between South Mumbai and the premium western suburbs versus the central and eastern parts of the city.
Premium localities (Bandra West, Powai, Worli)
Usually ₹45,000 to ₹65,000+ a month (approx). In Powai especially, higher-end options often come semi-furnished with builder-provided appliances, at around 380 sq. ft. carpet area.
Mid-tier central suburbs (Vikhroli East, Chembur, Andheri East)
Rent runs ₹30,000 to ₹50,000 (approx). If you're specifically looking for a 1 BHK in Chembur for rent, Vikhroli East and Andheri East are worth checking too as nearby localities with a similar profile, well-rated, secure, well-connected societies where 1 BHK rents average ₹50,000+ (approx).
Affordable suburbs (Bhandup West, Kurla, Jogeshwari West)
Rents fall between ₹20,000 and ₹30,000 (approx), especially in Bhandup and the older MHADA colonies.
A Few Smaller Micro-Markets Worth Knowing About
If the main suburbs don't fit your budget, these nearby pockets might.
| Sub-Locality |
Config / Avg Carpet |
Estimated Rent |
Connectivity |
| Ghodbunder Road, Thane |
~450 sq. ft. |
₹20,000 to ₹26,000 (approx) |
Good bus links, retail hubs, premium complexes |
| Kanjurmarg East |
~420 sq. ft. |
₹34,000 to ₹42,000 (approx) |
Right off the Central Railway line and Eastern Express Highway |
| Kharghar, Navi Mumbai |
~500 to 550 sq. ft. |
₹13,000 to ₹19,000 (approx) |
Close to CIDCO zones and the Navi Mumbai Metro |
| Chembur (Shell Colony) |
~450 sq. ft. |
₹28,000 to ₹36,000 (approx) |
Good links to both BKC (via Santacruz-Chembur Link Road) and South Mumbai |
Where's the Cheapest Rent in Mumbai?
Generally, in the outer northern suburbs and the commuter towns further out, places like Nalasopara, Virar and Panvel.
The Cheapest Outer Suburbs and Towns
- Nalasopara: ₹9,000 to ₹12,000/month (approx) for a 1 BHK
- Virar: ₹10,000 to ₹12,000/month (approx)
- Panvel: ₹12,000 to ₹15,000/month (approx)
- Ambernath & Badlapur: individual rooms or chawl-style setups can go as low as ₹5,000 to ₹8,000 (approx)
Cheaper Options That Are Still Technically Within Mumbai
If you'd rather not stray too far and want decent train or metro access, Kandivali and Borivali are a good compromise in the western suburbs. If you're searching 1 BHK flat on rent near me from either of those areas, both come up often for exactly this reason.
- Kandivali / Borivali: ₹15,000 to ₹25,000/month (approx)
- Thane: a popular hub just outside the city proper, with 1 BHKs going for ₹6,000 to ₹15,000/month (approx)
Why Rent a 1 BHK in the First Place?
It's easier on your wallet and your time
A 1 BHK is about as cheap as it gets in Mumbai's rental market, which frees up money for savings, commuting, or a better locality than a 2 BHK budget would allow. Less space also means less furniture, less cleaning, and lower electricity and water bills.
It matches how most renters actually live
Students, young professionals, and newly married couples make up a huge share of Mumbai's renters, and one bedroom covers that pretty comfortably. Because there's such a big supply of 1 BHKs, the search tends to be quicker too.
It's easier to move on
If your job changes or a better area opens up, relocating from a smaller, cheaper flat is a lot less of a hassle than packing up a full household.
Thinking About Buying One Instead?
Quick note, this part is about buying, not renting.
If you're planning to eventually buy rather than rent, a 1 BHK can actually be a solid pick, especially for first-time buyers. The lower purchase price means a smaller down payment and less capital needed upfront compared to a 2 or 3 BHK. And because 1 BHK rent typically comes to 70 to 80 percent of what a 2 BHK fetches in the same area, despite costing noticeably less to buy, the rental yield as a share of the purchase price tends to be better. There's also steady demand, students, singles, newly married couples, which keeps these units easy to rent out or resell. Smaller space also means lower upkeep, fewer repairs, and lower property tax, and the lower price point pulls in a bigger pool of buyers and renters, so 1 BHKs generally move faster than larger units.
That said, there are trade-offs. Bigger flats, 2 or 3 BHK, tend to appreciate more over time and hold resale value better. Singles and students also move around more than families, so you might see more tenant turnover and gaps between leases. And the same compact size that keeps costs down leaves little room to adjust if your needs change later, like wanting a home office or extra space.
1 BHK Flats by Furnishing Type
Semi-furnished is by far the most common option, ahead of fully furnished units.
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Should you go semi-furnished?
For most people, yes. It's the biggest category by a good margin, and usually includes fitted wardrobes and kitchen cabinetry, leaving bigger stuff like beds and sofas up to you. Good fit if you already own a few basics but don't want to build out a kitchen from zero.
Is fully furnished worth the extra money?
Often, yes, especially for shorter stays. There's no shortage of fully furnished 1 BHKs across the city, so you won't struggle to find one, and if you're relocating for a fixed-term job, it saves you both the upfront cost of buying furniture and the hassle of selling it off later.
Before You Sign a Lease
Security deposits in Mumbai tend to run higher than in most other Indian cities, often several months' rent for an unfurnished flat, and sometimes close to a year in premium buildings. It's worth checking the exact figure with the landlord or broker before you get attached to a place. You'll generally need a government ID, address proof, and income verification, like salary slips, and the lease itself is usually drawn up under the city's standard tenancy norms.
Starting your search a few weeks before your move-in date helps a lot, since well-located 1 BHKs near metro or suburban rail stations tend to get snapped up fast. Going directly through an owner saves you the usual one-month broker's fee, while a broker who knows the specific area well can widen your options and speed up the paperwork, especially handy if you're new to the city.
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