Cost of Renting in Kathmandu (2026)

Typical monthly rent by area

• Baluwatar, Bishalnagar, Naxal — Rs 25,000–70,000 for a 2–3 BHK flat; embassy-belt buildings sit at the top of the range.
• Lazimpat, Maharajgunj — Rs 22,000–60,000; strong supply of furnished flats for expats and NGOs.
• Baneshwor, Koteshwor — Rs 12,000–30,000; good value with easy Ring Road access.
• Kalanki, Balaju, Gongabu — Rs 8,000–20,000; the most affordable formal apartment stock.
• Full houses (3–4 storeys, parking) — Rs 45,000–150,000 depending on land size and road access.

What you pay before you move in

• Security deposit — usually 1–3 months of rent, refundable at the end of the lease.
• First month's rent in advance.
• Broker commission where a broker is involved — commonly a share of one month's rent.
• HamroRentals application fee (Rs 100 plus the Khalti transaction fee), charged only after a landlord accepts your application.

Monthly running costs to budget for

• Electricity — Rs 800–3,000 depending on appliances and inverter use.
• Water — Rs 300–1,500; tanker top-ups cost more in the dry season.
• Internet — Rs 1,200–2,500 for a fibre package from WorldLink, Vianet, Subisu or CG Net.
• Waste collection — Rs 200–500 per month in most municipalities.
• Parking, if not included — Rs 1,000–3,000 for a car space.

How to avoid overpaying

Compare at least five listings in the same ward before committing. On HamroRentals every listing shows the landlord's rental credit score, verified ownership status, photos and — increasingly — a walkthrough video, so you can rule out mismatched pricing before you spend time on a viewing.

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