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A post by a South Delhi resident sparked controversy after they shared how rent in their area has jumped sharply in just a few years, making it difficult to find affordable homes.
The latest prices left them in shock. (representational image)
A post on Reddit sparked a discussion about rising rental prices in South Delhi, with users discussing how affording housing in the city has become more difficult over the years.
The user shared that they first moved to a south Delhi neighborhood in 2020, when their rent was Rs 45,000 per month. At that time, they felt the price was manageable, but things have changed sharply since then.
Rent jumps in the same area
The user explained that after their landlord died in 2024, they had to move and look for a new home in the same area. At that point, they found that similar apartments were already being rented for Rs 65,000 to Rs 75,000 per month. What surprised them most was the recent trend.
While searching again, they noticed that rents in the same area had now reached Rs 1,000 to Rs 1.2 lakh per month for what they called “decent apartments”.
Describing this increase as shocking, the user wrote: “Oh my God, this is an insane increase. Almost doubling the rent in two years is just wild.” They also questioned affordability, asking: “Who the hell pays 1.2L rent in a dirty area of Delhi?!?”
Social media discussions about affordability
The post quickly sparked reactions from other users, many of whom shared their own views on rising rents and costs of living in metro cities.
One user suggested moving to cheaper areas instead of stretching budgets. “It’s time to move to a poorer area. Haha. My friend can barely afford a $30,000 apartment. He moved to Chhatarpur because he found a $26,000 apartment,” they wrote.
Another user criticized the high prices compared to basic living conditions. The caption read: “1.2 liters for bad water, bad air, bad environment, garbage everywhere. I think it’s worth the price.”
Some even suggested relocating outside India if the business allowed for remote onboarding. “If working from home, just move to Kathmandu. No visa needed. Get amazing apartments at 30k (2-3 bedrooms),” one user said.
But others said the rise reflects demand in premium areas. One commentator noted that higher-income professionals are willing to pay more for better locations, which naturally pushes rents higher over time.
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