A candid social media post dissecting the cost of living in Bengaluru has hit the internet, bringing the city’s skyrocketing rents and day-to-day expenses back to the spotlight.
In a post shared on X (formerly Twitter), a user named Praha described how much he spent in the first seven days after moving to India’s tech capital. His honest accounting – and self-confessed spending spree – quickly sparked widespread debate.
“1 week completed in Bengaluru,” he wrote before revealing that he had spent more than ₹Rent 18,000 and up ₹12,000 on food in just seven days. He acknowledged the high costs, adding: “Living in the city is not cheap and I don’t have good spending habits either.”
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Praha also shared his early impressions of the city, saying he explored several neighborhoods, including Indiranagar, HSR Layout and Electronic City, in search of a home. After weighing his options, he decided to settle in HSR Layout, where he found a fully furnished apartment with basic amenities within walking distance.
“Explored Indiranagar, HSR, Electronic City. Will stay in HSR, get a good fully furnished apartment and everything available within walking distance,” he wrote, describing the convenience that ultimately influenced his decision.
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Beyond the numbers, Praha offered a glimpse into Bengaluru’s work culture, noting the intensity and enthusiasm he observed among residents. “Bengaluru is a good place to work, a lot of people are grinding here. I’ve never seen or expected anything like this,” he added – an observation that resonated with many professionals familiar with the city’s fast-changing environment.
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The post quickly gained traction and generated a flood of responses from users sharing their own experiences of living in Bengaluru. While some sympathized with the high costs, others felt the numbers were not entirely disproportionate given the city’s rental market.
Several users have pointed out that they do ₹18,000 for a furnished flat in areas like HSR was a ‘steal’ by today’s standards. Others argued that food expenses could be significantly reduced by better budgeting or home cooking, especially for newcomers adjusting to city life.
A user asked Prague: “How did you find a fully furnished apartment in 18 thousand man?”
After which he clarified, “Bro, it’s for 1 week.”
Another user wrote: “Damn welcome to town bro. 18k is honestly a steal. I live in Bellandur, prices are sky high.”
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“Property is too expensive in HSR. You should have explored bommanhalli or GB palya,” advised a third user.
“Bangalore rent and spending is not logical at all. Expenses are skyrocketing every month which adds no value to your standard of living. There is something very wrong,” wrote a fourth user.
“City life is expensive with lots of opportunities,” wrote a fifth.