Cali vs El Retiro: where is rent cheaper?
Renting in Cali costs 56% less than in El Retiro: the median is COP 1,750,000 vs COP 4,000,000 a month, across 3,400 live listings. A one-bedroom: COP 1,700,000 in Cali, COP 3,950,000 in El Retiro.
Data as of October 15, 2026, from live listings on Colombian portals and agencies. Asking prices, in Colombian pesos.
| Cali | El Retiro | |
|---|---|---|
| Median rent | COP 1,750,000 | COP 4,000,000 |
| Listings today | 2,719 | 681 |
| One bedroom | COP 1,700,000 | COP 3,950,000 |
| Two bedrooms | COP 1,500,000 | COP 4,000,000 |
| Three or more | COP 3,450,000 | COP 4,200,000 |
| Studio (apartaestudio) | COP 1,500,000 | COP 3,200,000 |
| Building fee (median) | COP 400,000 | COP 480,000 |
| Typical size | 65 m² | 82 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 El Retiro
- Pantanillo: COP 3,000,000
- El Carmen: COP 3,600,000
- Santa Elena: COP 3,800,000
- Los Salados: COP 5,000,000
- Don Diego: COP 6,000,000
FAQ
Is rent cheaper in Cali or El Retiro?
Renting in Cali costs 56% less than in El Retiro: the median is COP 1,750,000 vs COP 4,000,000 a month, across 3,400 live listings. A one-bedroom: COP 1,700,000 in Cali, COP 3,950,000 in El Retiro. Data as of October 15, 2026.
Where is a studio cheaper, Cali or El Retiro?
The median studio (apartaestudio) rent is COP 1,500,000 in Cali and COP 3,200,000 in El Retiro.