Rent prices
Singapore Rent Prices 2026
A focused rent planning page for Singapore, covering estimated 1-bedroom rent, rent pressure against salary, monthly budget context, and comparisons with other relocation cities.
Quick takeaway
The current Singapore 1-bedroom rent benchmark in this dataset is SGD 3,700. Use it as a first-pass screening number before checking live listings, deposit rules, building quality, and commute tradeoffs.
Rent is usually the largest move-planning variable. If the calculator shows rent as the main driver, rerun your estimate with conservative rent assumptions before comparing salaries or relocation offers.
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| Estimated 1BR rent | SGD 3,700 |
| Estimated single-person monthly cost | SGD 4,200 |
| Estimated family monthly cost | SGD 10,500 |
| Monthly transport benchmark | SGD 128 |
| Monthly utilities benchmark | SGD 220 |
Rent vs salary in Singapore
A basic single-person monthly income signal for Singapore is about SGD 5,040. A more comfortable income signal is about SGD 6,510. Against those planning signals, the current 1-bedroom rent benchmark is about 73% of the basic income estimate and 57% of the comfortable income estimate.
Singapore rent compared with other cities
| Comparison | Singapore rent | Other city rent | Next step |
|---|---|---|---|
| Singapore vs Hong Kong | SGD 3,700 | HK$19,000 | Compare costs |
| Singapore vs London | SGD 3,700 | £1,620 | Compare costs |
| Singapore vs Dubai | SGD 3,700 | AED 8,600 | Compare costs |
Rent numbers are shown in each city's local currency. Use the linked comparison pages and your own exchange-rate assumptions before treating one market as cheaper or more expensive in your personal currency.
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Data source and confidence
- Cost index: Numbeo current city index
- Rent: URA rental data plus market guide
- Transport: Public Transport Council adult pass
- Utilities: Numbeo city benchmark
- Last updated: 2026-05-25
- Confidence: medium
CityCostCompare is a beta planning tool. Rent estimates are designed for early screening and should be checked against current listings before signing a lease or accepting a job offer.
FAQ
How much is rent in Singapore?
This dataset currently uses SGD 3,700 as a 1-bedroom Singapore rent benchmark. Real rents vary by neighborhood, unit size, quality, and lease timing.
Is Singapore rent expensive compared with income?
Using this site's salary signals, the 1-bedroom rent benchmark is about 73% of the basic monthly income estimate and 57% of the comfortable estimate.
Should I use this number as a lease budget?
Use it as a starting benchmark only. Before committing, verify live listings, deposit requirements, agent fees, commute costs, and whether utilities are included.