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Bengaluru 3BHK Quoted at ₹1 Lakh Fuels Fresh Scrutiny of Soaring Rents

A viral post crystallizes Bengaluru’s rental squeeze, with high demand meeting constrained supply.

Overview

  • Sahil Khan posted on X on November 18 after a weekend house hunt in Cooke Town during which he viewed eight apartments.
  • The ₹1 lakh listing was a semi-furnished 3BHK outside a gated complex and the quoted rent excluded maintenance charges.
  • Brokers also showed apartments priced between ₹75,000 and ₹80,000, while a ₹65,000 option was located next to a railway track.
  • Khan currently pays ₹50,000 for a 2BHK in Koramangala and plans to relocate in January 2026.
  • Social media reactions highlighted steep deposits and comparisons with Mumbai and Delhi, as Khan attributed pricing to IT-driven demand and called for higher FSI to expand supply.