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Rooms for rent in Chennai

There are 44 rooms for rent listed in Chennai on CoShelters, with beds starting at ₹6,500/month and a typical (median) starting rent of ₹13,499. Of these, 29 include meals, 2 are women-only.

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44
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₹6,500/mo
Typical rent
₹13,499/mo
Brands
3
Coliving spaces Student housing PGs Hostels Studio apartments Flatshares Rooms for rent Girls PGs & women-only coliving Boys PGs & men-only coliving

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About Chennai

OMR IT corridor, top colleges and a growing coliving scene. Compare coliving spaces, PGs, hostels and student housing across Chennai's most popular areas — with transparent pricing, verified photos and resident reviews.

Living in Chennai: the essentials

Where to live

The most popular areas for coliving and PGs in Chennai are OMR / Sholinganallur, Guindy, Velachery, T Nagar, Porur. Pick based on your daily commute first — a 20-minute commute saves more than any rent difference.

What it costs

Expect to pay for rent (per bed), a refundable security deposit (usually 1–2 months), sometimes a one-time maintenance or onboarding fee, and electricity if it isn't included. CoShelters shows these separately on every listing so you can compare the real monthly cost.

Before you move

  • Visit or take a live video tour before paying.
  • Get deposit-refund terms, lock-in and notice period in writing.
  • Check Wi-Fi speed, water supply and security (CCTV, biometric entry, warden).
  • Join the Chennai club on CoShelters to meet people and get local tips.

FAQs: rooms for rent in chennai

Listed rooms for rent in Chennai start at ₹6,500 per month per bed. Most residents pay around ₹13,499 for a shared room; private rooms cost more. Prices on CoShelters show rent, deposit and what's included so you can compare the real monthly cost.

Most managed coliving and PG operators in Chennai ask for 1–2 months of rent as a refundable deposit, plus a one-time maintenance or onboarding fee at some properties. Always check the refund timeline and deductions in writing before paying — every CoShelters listing shows deposit terms upfront.

Yes — 2 women-only options are currently listed in Chennai, many with biometric/CCTV security, female wardens and gate timings. Use the 'Women only' filter to see them.

29 of the 44 listings include meals (usually breakfast and dinner, with lunch on weekends). Others offer a shared kitchen. Each listing shows its food policy and meal plan.

Coliving usually costs a little more than a basic PG but includes managed housekeeping, Wi-Fi, app-based maintenance, community events and flexible stays. A PG is often cheaper with fixed meals and stricter rules. Compare both side by side on CoShelters using the Compare tool.

Open any listing and tap 'Schedule a visit' to pick an in-person or video tour slot, or chat with the operator directly. There's no brokerage on CoShelters.

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