Cities with most expensive rents in the world
Illustration: Ashrafun Naher Ananna/TBS Creative
New York City is the most expensive place to rent a one-bedroom apartment, with prices climbing 22% over the past five years. Despite an exodus of workers during the pandemic, rents have stayed high, fuelled by strong demand, vibrant cultural life, and the city's role as a global financial hub.
Note: Based on the monthly rent of a one-bedroom apartment in the city center in 2025
Source: Deutsche Bank via Visual Capitalist
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