Buenos Aires average 1-bed rent: AR$ 550,000/mo Year-on-year rent increase: +25% Rental supply jumped after the rent law repeal Prices stabilise in USD terms Palermo and Recoleta lead demand After the 2023 reform, lease terms are freely agreed; 2-year contracts are now common. Deposits are usually 1 month's rent. Buenos Aires average 1-bed rent: AR$ 550,000/mo Year-on-year rent increase: +25% Rental supply jumped after the rent law repeal Prices stabilise in USD terms Palermo and Recoleta lead demand After the 2023 reform, lease terms are freely agreed; 2-year contracts are now common. Deposits are usually 1 month's rent.
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Average rent in Buenos Aires 2026
Average rent costs by neighbourhood, yearly rent increases and tenant rights in Buenos Aires. The typical one-bedroom rent is AR$ 550,000 per month, up 25% year on year.
Average rent by neighbourhood
| Neighbourhood | 1 bedroom | 2 bedrooms | Yearly increase |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palermo | AR$ 700,000 | AR$ 1,100,000 | +24% |
| Recoleta | AR$ 650,000 | AR$ 950,000 | +23% |
| Belgrano | AR$ 600,000 | AR$ 900,000 | +26% |
| Caballito | AR$ 450,000 | AR$ 650,000 | +28% |
Indicative 2026 figures (per month, ARS). Compare with real tenant-reported rents on RentScore.
Tenant rights in Buenos Aires
- After the 2023 reform, lease terms are freely agreed; 2-year contracts are now common.
- Deposits are usually 1 month's rent.
- Rent adjustment frequency and index must be written in the contract.
- High inflation means many contracts are quoted in USD — clarify the currency.
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