Cali vs Santa Marta: where is rent cheaper?
Renting in Cali costs 41% less than in Santa Marta: the median is COP 1,750,000 vs COP 2,960,000 a month, across 3,590 live listings. A one-bedroom: COP 1,700,000 in Cali, COP 2,500,000 in Santa Marta.
Data as of October 17, 2026, from live listings on Colombian portals and agencies. Asking prices, in Colombian pesos.
| Cali | Santa Marta | |
|---|---|---|
| Median rent | COP 1,750,000 | COP 2,960,000 |
| Listings today | 2,772 | 818 |
| One bedroom | COP 1,700,000 | COP 2,500,000 |
| Two bedrooms | COP 1,500,000 | COP 3,500,000 |
| Three or more | COP 3,300,000 | COP 4,350,000 |
| Studio (apartaestudio) | COP 1,520,000 | COP 2,500,000 |
| Building fee (median) | COP 400,000 | COP 569,000 |
| Typical size | 65 m² | 73 m² |
Cheapest neighborhoods in Cali
- El Jardin: COP 930,000
- Melendez: COP 1,200,000
- Ciudad 2000: COP 1,240,000
- Brisas De Los Alamos: COP 1,290,000
- Miraflores: COP 1,400,000
Cheapest neighborhoods in Santa Marta
- Gaira: COP 2,000,000
- Centro: COP 2,100,000
- Rodadero: COP 2,430,000
- El Rodadero: COP 2,450,000
- Don Jaca: COP 2,500,000
FAQ
Is rent cheaper in Cali or Santa Marta?
Renting in Cali costs 41% less than in Santa Marta: the median is COP 1,750,000 vs COP 2,960,000 a month, across 3,590 live listings. A one-bedroom: COP 1,700,000 in Cali, COP 2,500,000 in Santa Marta. Data as of October 17, 2026.
Where is a studio cheaper, Cali or Santa Marta?
The median studio (apartaestudio) rent is COP 1,520,000 in Cali and COP 2,500,000 in Santa Marta.