Cartagena vs Madrid: where is rent cheaper?
Renting in Madrid costs 69% less than in Cartagena: the median is COP 1,100,000 vs COP 3,600,000 a month, across 4,185 live listings. A one-bedroom: COP 3,000,000 in Cartagena, COP 1,350,000 in Madrid.
Data as of October 5, 2026, from live listings on Colombian portals and agencies. Asking prices, in Colombian pesos.
| Cartagena | Madrid | |
|---|---|---|
| Median rent | COP 3,600,000 | COP 1,100,000 |
| Listings today | 3,590 | 595 |
| One bedroom | COP 3,000,000 | COP 1,350,000 |
| Two bedrooms | COP 3,300,000 | COP 1,200,000 |
| Three or more | COP 4,800,000 | COP 1,100,000 |
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 Madrid
- Conjunto Residencial Provenzal: COP 1,000,000
- Sosiego: COP 1,040,000
- Conjunto Residencial Abundara: COP 1,100,000
- Potrero Grande: COP 1,100,000
- Urbanizacion El Pinar: COP 1,100,000
FAQ
Is rent cheaper in Cartagena or Madrid?
Renting in Madrid costs 69% less than in Cartagena: the median is COP 1,100,000 vs COP 3,600,000 a month, across 4,185 live listings. A one-bedroom: COP 3,000,000 in Cartagena, COP 1,350,000 in Madrid. Data as of October 5, 2026.