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How much security deposit do landlords ask for in Bangalore?
Costs & deposits · answered from real data shared by Bangalore renters
The details
From 3,114 real deposits tenants reported alongside their rent:
| Deposit | Share of reports |
|---|---|
| 1 month | 3% |
| 2 months | 12% |
| 3 months | 35% |
| 4 months | 20% |
| 5 months | 12% |
| 6 months | 11% |
| 10 months | 3% |
| 11 months | 2% |
Months of monthly rent. Self-reported by tenants on bengaluru.rent; rounded.
The median deposit is 4 months; it barely changes with flat size (1BHK 3 · 2BHK 4 · 3BHK 4 months). Deposits are usually refundable at move-out minus painting/cleaning and any damage, so agree the deductions in writing in the rental agreement before you pay.
Every owner listing on the map shows the deposit the owner asks for, so you can compare before you visit.
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FAQ
How much security deposit do landlords ask for in Bangalore?
Most Bangalore landlords now ask for 2–6 months of rent as a security deposit; 3 months is the single most common amount (35% of reports). 92% of deposits reported on bengaluru.rent are 6 months or less, and only 6% are the old-style 10–11 months.