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Bengaluru Landlord Demands Rs 70,000 Rent, Rs 4 Lakh Deposit for 2BHK; Tenant Walks Away
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News18•02-10-2026, 13:24
Bengaluru Landlord Demands Rs 70,000 Rent, Rs 4 Lakh Deposit for 2BHK; Tenant Walks Away
- •A working professional on Reddit shared their frustrating experience flat-hunting in Bengaluru, highlighting the city's high rents and hefty security deposits.
- •A landlord demanded Rs 70,000 monthly rent and a Rs 3-4 lakh deposit for a 2BHK apartment, which the tenant found inadequately furnished despite the high price.
- •The tenant noted the apartment lacked essential appliances like a fridge, washing machine, and dining table, and had small bedrooms, leading them to refuse the offer.
- •The landlord also proposed annual rent increases of 7-8%, which the tenant found unreasonable given the apartment's value.
- •The tenant emphasized the need for renters to demand premium value for premium prices and not blindly accept high rents, sparking a debate on Bengaluru's rental market.
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A landlord demanded nearly Rs 70,000 in monthly rent, including maintenance, along with a Rs 3 to 4 lakh security deposit for a 2BHK apartment.
The tenant walked away because the bedrooms were too small for a queen-size bed and work desk, critical appliances like a fridge and washing machine were missing, and the owner demanded a 7% to 8% annual rent increase.
The post sparked a widespread debate among users regarding soaring rental prices in Bengaluru, with many discussing whether tenants overpay for substandard properties and comparing local costs with international cities like France.
