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Rent in Caballito

Buenos Aires. 1,924 listings analyzed from Airbnb, Argenprop, Zonaprop, and MercadoLibre. Updated 2026-07-28.

Median all-in monthly
$723
Active listings
1,924
Neighborhood tier
B+

Top listings by total cost

Top-ranked apartments in Caballito for different lifestyles, compared across 1,924 listings

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Ranked by a per-listing model of daily life: commute, rent, amenities, lifestyle fit. The score is total opportunity cost. Results vary by household, income, stay length, and priorities.

Monthly prices by source

All-in monthly cost (rent + expensas + utilities + fees), Caballito

p25-p75 range Median

Studio

Airbnb (33)
$1,112
Temp furnished (15)
$817
Long-term furn. (8)
$726
Long-term unfurn. (209)
$573

1-bedroom

Airbnb (178)
$1,058
Temp furnished (29)
$925
Long-term furn. (35)
$803
Long-term unfurn. (346)
$636

2-bedroom

Airbnb (30)
$1,608
Temp furnished (14)
$1,291
Long-term furn. (29)
$1,210
Long-term unfurn. (160)
$951
$133/mo price gap between Airbnb and furnished direct (13%). Location and amenity differences between platforms account for some of this gap.
What you actually pay

Monthly cost components, long-term rentals in Caballito

Rent
Exp.
Base rent $491/mo
Building fees $101/mo
Estimated utilities $75/mo
Guarantee (caución) $41/mo
Broker fee $8/mo
Total all-in $715/mo
Based on 981 direct rental listings (Argenprop, Zonaprop, MercadoLibre). Medians, trimmed 10th-80th percentile.
When does direct rental pay off?

Breakeven analysis for a one-bedroom in Caballito, Airbnb vs furnished direct

1mo 2mo 3mo 4mo 5mo 6mo Breakeven Airbnb Direct
Breakeven at 2.1 months. Move-in costs $277. Then save $133/mo. For shorter stays, Airbnb's all-inclusive convenience may be worth the premium.
Source: Unitrank analysis of 1,924 listings. All-in monthly. Trimmed 10th-80th percentile. Min 5 per group. Shaded area = interquartile range. Tick = median. Methodology

Neighborhood profile

Average walking times and environment, Caballito

Walk to subte 7.1 min
Walk to major park 999999.0 min
Walk to supermarket 3.0 min
Walk to gym 5.9 min
Units ≤10 min from subte 72%
Walking times via OSRM routing engine (actual road network, not straight-line).
Amenity availability

Percentage of 1,924 listings in Caballito with each feature

WiFi
42%
AC
57%
Elevator
55%
Balcony
68%
Washer
32%
Doorman
10%
Parking
22%
Terrace
16%
Gym
19%
Pool
17%
Dishwasher
2%
What each feature actually costs

Price impact controlled for location, size, and other amenities. Based on 76510 listings.

Parking
+$77/mo
Pool
+$68/mo
Air conditioning
+$59/mo
Dishwasher
+$22/mo
Washer
+$8/mo
BBQ grill
+$7/mo
Dedicated workspace
-$4/mo
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Location proximity

Restaurant proximity
$2.9/min closer
Dog park proximity
$2.9/min closer
Starbucks proximity
$2.0/min closer

Market insights

Airbnb premium
+$454/mo
Furnished
+$127/mo
Temporary rental
+$119/mo
Superhost badge
+$55/mo
Rating (per star)
+$53/mo
Guest favorite badge
+$19/mo
Owner direct
-$13/mo
Premiums computed via semi-log hedonic regression with H3 fixed effects (micro-location control). R²=0.63.

Inventory

1,924 apartments in Caballito by bedroom count

Schools nearby

One school popular with expat families is near Caballito.

Universities nearby

Students and academics at nearby campuses often rent in Caballito.

Find your optimal apartment in Caballito

Each listing ranked by a model of daily life: commute, noise, amenities, lifestyle fit. The score is total opportunity cost.

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FAQ

How much does it cost to rent a 1BR in Caballito?
The median all-in cost for a 1BR in Caballito is $723/month, including rent, expensas (building fees), and estimated utilities. Based on 1,924 active listings.
Is Airbnb more expensive than renting directly in Caballito?
The median 1BR Airbnb in Caballito costs $1,058/month all-in, while a comparable furnished direct rental is $925/month, a $133/month price gap. However, Airbnb listings tend to be in better micro-locations and include utilities and platform protection. The best option depends on your stay length, household, and priorities.
What are the hidden costs of renting in Caballito?
Beyond base rent ($491/mo): expensas ($101/mo), estimated utilities ($75/mo), and possibly guarantee/caucion. Total all-in: $715/mo.
What amenities are common in Caballito apartments?
AC: 57%, washer: 32%, elevator: 55%, balcony: 68%, pool: 17%, gym: 19%.

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