Cartagena vs Pereira: where is rent cheaper?
Renting in Pereira costs 24% less than in Cartagena: the median is COP 2,750,000 vs COP 3,600,000 a month, across 5,684 live listings. A one-bedroom: COP 3,000,000 in Cartagena, COP 2,000,000 in Pereira.
Data as of October 5, 2026, from live listings on Colombian portals and agencies. Asking prices, in Colombian pesos.
| Cartagena | Pereira | |
|---|---|---|
| Median rent | COP 3,600,000 | COP 2,750,000 |
| Listings today | 3,590 | 2,094 |
| One bedroom | COP 3,000,000 | COP 2,000,000 |
| Two bedrooms | COP 3,300,000 | COP 2,750,000 |
| Three or more | COP 4,800,000 | COP 3,260,000 |
| Studio (apartaestudio) | — | COP 1,800,000 |
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 Pereira
- Sector Plaza De Bolivar: COP 1,300,000
- Frailes: COP 1,500,000
- Cuba Cuba: COP 1,600,000
- Condina: COP 1,750,000
- Providencia: COP 1,750,000
FAQ
Is rent cheaper in Cartagena or Pereira?
Renting in Pereira costs 24% less than in Cartagena: the median is COP 2,750,000 vs COP 3,600,000 a month, across 5,684 live listings. A one-bedroom: COP 3,000,000 in Cartagena, COP 2,000,000 in Pereira. Data as of October 5, 2026.