Rent in Palermo
Buenos Aires. 18,532 listings analyzed from Airbnb, Argenprop, Zonaprop, and MercadoLibre.
Updated 2026-04-28.
Median all-in monthly
$1,205
What the algorithm found
Top-ranked apartments in Palermo for different lifestyles, compared across 18,532 listings
Budget, 1 year
$618
/mo all-in
1 BR
long-term lease available, doorman building
Couple, 6 months
$1,203
/mo all-in
2 BR
dedicated workspace, in-unit washer, doorman building
Family of 5, 1 year
$2,481
/mo all-in
3 BR
3 bedrooms, dedicated workspace, long-term lease available, near schools
Executive, 6 months
$2,194
/mo all-in
1 BR
dedicated workspace, doorman building
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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), Palermo
Studio
Temp furnished (197)
$975
Long-term furn. (104)
$1,035
Long-term unfurn. (546)
$818
1-bedroom
Temp furnished (733)
$1,063
Long-term furn. (609)
$1,241
Long-term unfurn. (1600)
$939
2-bedroom
Temp furnished (342)
$1,573
Long-term furn. (216)
$1,988
Long-term unfurn. (707)
$1,630
$337/mo price gap between Airbnb and furnished direct (24%).
Location and amenity differences between platforms account for some of this gap.
Monthly cost components, long-term rentals in Palermo
$812/mo
$126/mo
$81/mo
$105/mo
$37/mo
Total all-in
$1,160/mo
Based on 6,245 direct rental listings (Argenprop, Zonaprop, MercadoLibre). Medians, trimmed 10th–75th percentile.
Breakeven analysis for a one-bedroom in Palermo, Airbnb vs furnished direct
1mo
2mo
3mo
4mo
5mo
6mo
Breakeven
Airbnb
Direct
Breakeven at 1.2 months. Move-in costs $393. Then save $337/mo.
For shorter stays, Airbnb's all-inclusive convenience may be worth the premium.
Source: Unitrank analysis of 18,532 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, Palermo
Walk to subte
9.4 min
Walk to major park
20.4 min
Walk to supermarket
2.6 min
Walk to gym
3.5 min
Units ≤10 min from subte
54%
Walking times via OSRM routing engine (actual road network, not straight-line).
Percentage of 18,532 listings in Palermo 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
18,532 apartments in Palermo by bedroom count
Schools nearby
Palermo is served by several schools popular with expat families.
Universities nearby
Students and academics at nearby campuses often rent in Palermo.
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FAQ
How much does it cost to rent a 1BR in Palermo?
The median all-in cost for a 1BR in Palermo is $1,205/month, including rent, expensas (building fees), and estimated utilities. Based on 18,532 active listings.
Is Airbnb more expensive than renting directly in Palermo?
The median 1BR Airbnb in Palermo costs $1,400/month all-in, while a comparable furnished direct rental is $1,063/month — a $337/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 Palermo?
Beyond base rent ($812/mo): expensas ($126/mo), estimated utilities ($81/mo), and possibly guarantee/caucion. Total all-in: $1,160/mo.
What amenities are common in Palermo apartments?
AC: 86%, washer: 45%, elevator: 65%, balcony: 78%, pool: 32%, gym: 25%.
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 Palermo, 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 18,532 active listings across Airbnb, Argenprop, Zonaprop, and MercadoLibre. Data as of 2026-04-28.