Synopsis- Bengaluru remains the top choice for IT professionals in India, but the recent surge in expenses makes it all the more important to choose the right location to balance your finances. Based on affordability, rent, lifestyle, and other similar parameters, we have curated for you this list of the best places an IT professional can live.
Are you one of them looking for the best place to live in Bengaluru as an IT professional?
Then you have come to the right place, as here we are going to list various areas in the Indian Silicon Valley, keeping the circumstances and lifestyle of an IT employee in mind. Choosing the right neighbourhood is important in order to balance your career, living costs, travel time, and quality of life. In this article we have used various parameters, such as rent, property prices, cost of living, and salary benchmarks, to make you aware of the unique aspects of each of the areas listed here and how they would be beneficial for a software developer, data analyst, tech manager, or whatever your profile is, so that you can decide upon moving to which locality will be the best for you. NOTE: Before we dive in, keep in mind the rent mentioned is for 1-3 BHK apartments, unless it is mentioned otherwise
1. Whitefield
- Rent: Rs. 18,000- Rs. 65,000/month
- Property Prices: Rs. 6,500- Rs.11,400/sq ft
- Whitefield has evolved from a peaceful suburb to a full-grown tech zone. With the prominent tech parks of ITPL and Bagmane Tech Park, this place has a number of multinational IT companies as well as startups. It is also home to some of the finest international schools and hospitals (such as Columbia Asia and Manipal), and malls like Phoenix Marketcity. The Purple Line Metro extension now links Whitefield to key city nodes, making it easier to commute. It is not yet freed from traffic jams at peak hours, but the composition of employment and lifestyle infrastructure in the region makes it a hot pick for IT professionals.
2. Electronic City
- Rent: Rs. 5,000-Rs. 50,000/month
- Property Prices: Rs. 3,900-Rs. 6,500/sq ft
- Electronic City is among the oldest and cheapest IT pockets of Bengaluru.
- It has large corporations such as Infosys, Wipro, TCS, and HCL in its locality, which greatly saves travel time for professionals employed there. The standard of living here is relatively low compared to locations such as Indiranagar or Koramangala, yet it still offers much in terms of amenities, making it sought after by young professionals or career starters. The Metro Phase II will come and connect this area more effectively to other areas of the city. Though there are water supply and air quality issues, better infrastructure development and cost benefit overrule the negative aspects.
3. HSR Layout
- Rent: Rs. 15,000-50,000 (1 BHK to 2-3 BHK)
- Buy: Rs. 7,000-14,000/sq ft
- HSR Layout is an excellent example of urban planning where work and lifestyle aspects are equally addressed. As the area is directly connected to Koramangala, Sarjapur, and Electronic City, HSR is ideal for working professionals who commute to the tech belt in Bengaluru. It is a stop for startups, including co-working spaces, and is conducive to lifestyle ventures and networking events. HSR Layout also boasts wide roads, parks, gyms, and a lively food and café culture. Sectors 6 and 7 offer rentals that are affordable, while Sectors 1-4 are on the higher-end. The area is also surrounded by good-quality schools and hospitals, which makes it a great locality for singles as well as for families.
4. Koramangala
- Rent: Rs. 25,000-85,000/month
- Buy: Rs. 14,500-15,000 per sq ft
- Bengaluru’s most cosmopolitan and lively neighbourhood – Koramangala, has everything the modern IT professional could desire, the best restaurants, nightlife, gyms, boutique shops, and co-working spaces. It is near major IT zones and startup hubs such as Indiranagar, HSR Layout, and Domlur.
- There is a dense cluster of startups and technology companies that drives an entrepreneurial community and fantastic networking opportunities. Only, the expensive experience is seen in rent and cost of lifestyle. If you want a vibrant, young community and can afford it, Koramangala is unbeatable.
5. Sarjapur Road & Bellandur
- Rent (Sarjapur Road): Rs. 18,000-40,000/month;
- Buy (Sarjapur Road): Rs. 8,200-13,500/sq ft
- Rent (Bellandur): Rs. 25,000-45,000/month;
- Buy (Bellandur): Rs. 5,700-8,000/sq ft
- Sarjapur Road and Bellandur enjoy a tremendous locational advantage, with accessibility to three of the prominent business districts – Electronic City, Whitefield and Marathahalli.
- New infrastructure has been in development as well, including the Peripheral Ring Road and the Metro Phase II.
- And, we can see large IT parks such as Ecospace, RMZ Ecoworld, and Embassy Tech Village.
- Residential opportunities span the spectrum of offerings, in terms of price – from budget flats to luxury gated communities.
- While Bellandur has had some of the challenges around lake pollution and water, the improvements are making progress every day.
- These localities continue to allow for access to work ng along with very affordable living cost and very good developing social infrastructure offerings.
Also read: Bengaluru’s Real Estate is Booming on Sarjapur Road in 2025 — Here’s What’s Fueling the Surge
6. Hebbal
- Rent: Rs. 9,500-40,000/month
- Buy: Rs. 12,800/sq ft
- Hebbal is in North Bengaluru, which is perfect especially for frequent flyers, as Kempegowda International Airport has easy connectivity to the Airport.
- It is also close October 2023to Manyata Tech Park which has some of the largest jobs centers including IBM, Cognizant, and other IT companies.
- It is a very green area with Hebbal Lake, which helps with the overall living experience from a pure tranquillity perspective compared to other congested city areas.
- They have some of the best hospitals and schools.
- While the Metro is still being developed, Hebbal is still a fantastic choice for professionals looking for a place to live with green space, affordability, and accessibility.
7. Indiranagar
- Rent: Rs. 50,000-80,000/month for apartments
- Buy: approx. Rs. 17,200/sq ft
- Indiranagar is the heart of Bengaluru’s high end lifestyle. It has the most cool restaurants, fancy restaurants, and high-end shopping boutiques, and is considered a destination in Bengaluru for desirability by elite IT Professionals. Indiranagar is well linked by Metro, has good walkability, and is less than Rs 10,000 from all major business hubs, Indiranagar is undoubtedly a neighbourhood with highly desirable amenities. Rent and property prices may be on the higher end, but the convenience and social life offered cannot be underestimated. This is a destination for anyone looking for high-end city living who can afford the cost of premium city living.
| Neighborhood | Rent Range (1‑3 BHK) | Property Price/sq ft | Highlights |
| Whitefield | Rs. 18,000-65,000 | Rs. 6,500-11,400 | Excellent infrastructure, IT hub |
| Electronic City | Rs. 5,000-50,000 | Rs. 3,900-6,500 | Very affordable, close to tech parks |
| HSR Layout | Rs. 12,000-50,000 | Rs. 7,000-14,000 | Startup culture, well-planned |
| Koramangala | Rs. 25,000-85,000 | Rs. 14,500-15,000 | Central, nightlife, startups |
| Sarjapur / Bellandur | Rs. 18,000-45,000 | Rs. 5,700-13,500 | Mixed options, connectivity |
| Hebbal | Rs. 9,500-40,000 | Rs. 12,800 | Airport access, green surroundings |
| Indiranagar | Rs. 50,000-80,000+ | Rs. 17,200 | Premium lifestyle, Metro access |
Cost of Living & Financial Snapshot
- Accommodation: 35-40% of salary
- Food & Groceries: 15-20%
- Transportation: 10-15%
- Utilities: 8-10%
- Entertainment: 10-12%
- Savings: 15-20%
Salaries in Bengaluru in 2025
- Median salaries have grown 12-37% since FY21 in major companies, such as Infosys with more than 30%
- Nevertheless, average IT salary in Bengaluru is around $12,000 USD/year which is Rs 10- 12 lakh, a figure well below Silicon Valley’s average salary of Rs. 100 LPA in Silicon Valley
- Even a Rs. 50 LPA income can seem like Rs. 25 LPA in purchasing power with the increasing cost of living in the city
Living & Saving Example: Assume an individual IT person drawing Rs. 10 LPA (Rs. 83,000/month):
- Renting example in HSR Layout or Bellandur: Rs. 25,000/month (~30%).
- Add Rs. 10,000 groceries, Rs. 5,000 electricity & water, Rs. 7,000 transport & entertainment = total ~Rs. 50,000.
- Remaining Rs. 30,000 for saving/investment (36% rate of saving) – quite healthy.
- Conversely, a person getting Rs. 50 LPA in upscale Koramangala or Indiranagar would pay Rs. 1-1.2 L rent, utilities, etc., cutting disposable income drastically.
Selecting the Appropriate Area Based on Budget
- Strained budget: A rental budget of Rs. 12000-18000 will get you a 1 BHK in Electronic City, outer HSR sectors, or BTM Layout.
- Mid-range professionals: If you can spend around Rs. 20000- 35000 in rent, then you can get a house in Bellandur, Sarjapur, or central HSR Layout.
- Higher budgets: When you have a budget of Rs. 40000 or more, you will be able to get an accommodation in the high-end localities such as Koramangala, Indiranagar, or Whitefield, with an upscale lifestyle.
Conclusion
While wages are supposed to be high in Bengaluru, it is also not cheap to live here, due to the high rental expenses and cost of living. Among the neighbourhoods mentioned, HSR Layout and Electronic City offer the best balance of affordability, accessibility, and commute for IT working professionals. Other localities on the list will work for those looking to maintain a higher-end lifestyle, as with a larger budget, places like Koramangala, Indiranagar, and Whitefield will offer you a high-end social infrastructure and better connectivity.
Written by Adithya Menon
