Rent in Caballito
Buenos Aires. 2,913 listings analyzed from Airbnb, Argenprop, Zonaprop, and MercadoLibre.
Updated 2026-04-28.
Median all-in monthly
$809
What the algorithm found
Top-ranked apartments in Caballito for different lifestyles, compared across 2,913 listings
Budget, 1 year
$626
/mo all-in
1 BR
long-term lease available
Couple, 6 months
Professional, 1 year
$1,046
/mo all-in
2 BR
dedicated workspace, in-unit washer, elevator
Ranked well for 2 different profiles
Family of 5, 1 year
$2,290
/mo all-in
3 BR
3 bedrooms, long-term lease available, near schools, in-unit washer
Executive, 6 months
$1,732
/mo all-in
2 BR
pool, elevator
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Ranked by estimated all-in cost (commute + rent + amenities + lifestyle fit) using Unitrank's algorithm. Results vary by household, income, stay length, and priorities.
Monthly prices by source
All-in monthly cost (rent + expensas + utilities + fees), Caballito
Studio
Long-term furn. (11)
$739
Long-term unfurn. (165)
$686
1-bedroom
Long-term furn. (54)
$872
Long-term unfurn. (775)
$770
2-bedroom
Temp furnished (38)
$1,384
Long-term furn. (20)
$1,334
Long-term unfurn. (222)
$1,149
$161/mo price gap between Airbnb and furnished direct (15%).
Location and amenity differences between platforms account for some of this gap.
Monthly cost components, long-term rentals in Caballito
$577/mo
$109/mo
$81/mo
$77/mo
$13/mo
Total all-in
$857/mo
Based on 1,621 direct rental listings (Argenprop, Zonaprop, MercadoLibre). Medians, trimmed 10th–75th percentile.
Breakeven analysis for a one-bedroom in Caballito, Airbnb vs furnished direct
1mo
2mo
3mo
4mo
5mo
6mo
Breakeven
Airbnb
Direct
Breakeven at 2.2 months. Move-in costs $348. Then save $161/mo.
For shorter stays, Airbnb's all-inclusive convenience may be worth the premium.
Source: Unitrank analysis of 2,913 listings. All-in monthly. Trimmed 10th–75th 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
14.7 min
Walk to supermarket
2.8 min
Walk to gym
6.1 min
Units ≤10 min from subte
74%
Walking times via OSRM routing engine (actual road network, not straight-line).
Percentage of 2,913 listings in Caballito with each feature
Price impact controlled for location, size, and other amenities. Based on 28258 listings.
Dedicated workspace
+$25/mo
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Location proximity
Dog park proximity
$2.9/min closer
Restaurant proximity
$2.9/min closer
Starbucks proximity
$2.0/min closer
Market insights
Temporary rental
+$119/mo
Rating (per star)
+$53/mo
Guest favorite badge
+$19/mo
Premiums computed via semi-log hedonic regression with H3 fixed effects (micro-location control). R²=0.392.
Inventory
2,913 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.
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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 $809/month, including rent, expensas (building fees), and estimated utilities. Based on 2,913 active listings.
Is Airbnb more expensive than renting directly in Caballito?
The median 1BR Airbnb in Caballito costs $1,072/month all-in, while a comparable furnished direct rental is $911/month — a $161/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 ($577/mo): expensas ($109/mo), estimated utilities ($81/mo), and possibly guarantee/caucion. Total all-in: $857/mo.
What amenities are common in Caballito apartments?
AC: 68%, washer: 44%, elevator: 64%, balcony: 72%, pool: 26%, gym: 34%.
Methodology and limitations
All prices USD, all-in monthly (rent + expensas + estimated utilities + amortized guarantee + amortized broker fees). Outliers trimmed: bottom 10%, top 25% removed per source group. Minimum 5 listings per data point. Walking times calculated via OSRM routing engine on actual road network.
Price comparison does NOT control for location quality within Caballito, unit condition, or building quality. Airbnb listings are concentrated in premium micro-locations and are better furnished on average. For a fair comparison controlling for your specific needs, use the ranking engine .
Source: Unitrank analysis of 2,913 active listings across Airbnb, Argenprop, Zonaprop, and MercadoLibre. Data as of 2026-04-28.