Cali vs Chía: where is rent cheaper?
Renting in Chía costs 3% less than in Cali: the median is COP 1,700,000 vs COP 1,750,000 a month, across 5,666 live listings. A one-bedroom: COP 1,700,000 in Cali, COP 1,600,000 in Chía.
Data as of October 15, 2026, from live listings on Colombian portals and agencies. Asking prices, in Colombian pesos.
| Cali | Chía | |
|---|---|---|
| Median rent | COP 1,750,000 | COP 1,700,000 |
| Listings today | 2,719 | 2,947 |
| One bedroom | COP 1,700,000 | COP 1,600,000 |
| Two bedrooms | COP 1,500,000 | COP 1,550,000 |
| Three or more | COP 3,450,000 | COP 2,350,000 |
| Studio (apartaestudio) | COP 1,500,000 | COP 1,600,000 |
| Building fee (median) | COP 400,000 | COP 291,000 |
| Typical size | 65 m² | 58 m² |
Cheapest neighborhoods in Cali
- El Jardin: COP 930,000
- Cristobal Colon: COP 970,000
- Melendez: COP 1,200,000
- Las Vegas De Comfandi: COP 1,250,000
- Brisas De Los Alamos: COP 1,400,000
Cheapest neighborhoods in Chía
- 20 De Julio Sector Ii: COP 1,300,000
- Delicias: COP 1,300,000
- Bojaca: COP 1,350,000
- Br San Francisco: COP 1,350,000
- Centro Historico: COP 1,350,000
FAQ
Is rent cheaper in Cali or Chía?
Renting in Chía costs 3% less than in Cali: the median is COP 1,700,000 vs COP 1,750,000 a month, across 5,666 live listings. A one-bedroom: COP 1,700,000 in Cali, COP 1,600,000 in Chía. Data as of October 15, 2026.
Where is a studio cheaper, Cali or Chía?
The median studio (apartaestudio) rent is COP 1,500,000 in Cali and COP 1,600,000 in Chía.