Cartagena vs Chía: where is rent cheaper?
Renting in Chía costs 53% less than in Cartagena: the median is COP 1,700,000 vs COP 3,600,000 a month, across 6,537 live listings. A one-bedroom: COP 3,000,000 in Cartagena, COP 1,600,000 in Chía.
Data as of October 5, 2026, from live listings on Colombian portals and agencies. Asking prices, in Colombian pesos.
| Cartagena | Chía | |
|---|---|---|
| Median rent | COP 3,600,000 | COP 1,700,000 |
| Listings today | 3,590 | 2,947 |
| One bedroom | COP 3,000,000 | COP 1,600,000 |
| Two bedrooms | COP 3,300,000 | COP 1,550,000 |
| Three or more | COP 4,800,000 | COP 2,350,000 |
| Studio (apartaestudio) | — | COP 1,600,000 |
| Building fee (median) | — | COP 291,000 |
| Typical size | — | 58 m² |
Cheapest neighborhoods in Cartagena
- El Campestre: COP 1,920,000
- Ternera: COP 2,000,000
- Ternera Industria De La Bahia: COP 2,020,000
- Daniel Lemaitre: COP 2,160,000
- Pie De La Popa: COP 2,500,000
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 Cartagena or Chía?
Renting in Chía costs 53% less than in Cartagena: the median is COP 1,700,000 vs COP 3,600,000 a month, across 6,537 live listings. A one-bedroom: COP 3,000,000 in Cartagena, COP 1,600,000 in Chía. Data as of October 5, 2026.