22 active 2 BHK rentals in Cuffe Parade, asking ₹1.5 lakh to ₹2.75 lakh per month. The median is around ₹2 lakh/month for a carpet of 900 to 1,100 sqft. This is one of South Mumbai's most consistent rental markets, NRI executives, international corporates, and senior professionals drive demand with long lease tenures (often 2 to 3 years) and minimal vacancy risk.
Cuffe Parade 2 BHK Rental Snapshot, May 2026
- Active rental listings: 22
- Monthly rent range: ₹1.5 lakh to ₹2.75 lakh
- Median rent: ~₹2 lakh/month
- Carpet: 850 to 1,295 sqft
- Key buildings: Sea Lord, Jolly Maker Apartment, Basant, Parsipolis, Sainara
- Typical tenant: NRI executive, international corporate, senior government official
What ₹2 Lakh/Month Gets You in Cuffe Parade
At the ₹2 lakh/month mark, expect a 950 to 1,100 sqft 2 BHK in a well-maintained society like Jolly Maker or Basant Apartments, with parking, 24/7 security, and elevator access. Sea-facing units, primarily in Sea Lord or Maker Tower, start at ₹2.2 lakh/month and can go to ₹2.75 lakh/month for high floors with unobstructed views. Below ₹1.75 lakh/month, you're looking at older buildings without sea views, or lower floors in maintained societies.
| Building | Carpet | Monthly Rent | View |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sea Lord / Maker Tower | 1,000 to 1,295 sqft | ₹2.2 to 2.75 lakh | Sea-facing |
| Jolly Maker / Sainara | 900 to 1,100 sqft | ₹1.8 to 2.2 lakh | Garden / partial sea |
| Basant / Parsipolis | 850 to 1,000 sqft | ₹1.5 to 1.8 lakh | Internal / courtyard |
Tenant Profile and Lease Norms
Cuffe Parade landlords receive applications primarily from corporates and NRIs. Standard leases here are 11 months (registered) or 36 months (long-term, rental income). Typical deposit is 3 to 6 months rent; broker fee is one month's rent split between landlord and tenant. Maintenance charges (₹15,000 to ₹30,000/month in premium buildings) are usually borne by the tenant, confirm this before signing.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent for a 2 BHK in Cuffe Parade in 2026?
Property Butler tracks 22 active 2 BHK rentals in Cuffe Parade ranging ₹1.5 lakh to ₹2.75 lakh per month, with a median of approximately ₹2 lakh/month for a 950 to 1,100 sqft apartment.
How does Cuffe Parade rent compare to Colaba for a 2 BHK?
Cuffe Parade 2 BHK rents (₹1.5 to 2.75 lakh/month) run 15 to 25% higher than comparable Colaba units (₹1 to 1.8 lakh/month), reflecting Cuffe Parade's newer building stock, better amenities, and stronger institutional tenant demand. For long-term rentals to corporates, Cuffe Parade commands a premium.
What is the rental yield on a 2 BHK in Cuffe Parade?
Property Butler estimates 2 to 2.5% gross yield on Cuffe Parade 2 BHKs. A ₹9 Cr flat (Sea Lord, sea-facing) renting at ₹2.2L/month delivers ~2.9% gross, above average for SoBo. The consistent NRI tenant base keeps vacancy low, which improves net yield compared to similarly-priced Worli units.
Is a furnished or unfurnished flat easier to rent in Cuffe Parade?
Furnished units let faster at this tier, Cuffe Parade's typical tenant (NRI executive, expat) prefers turn-key. A fully-furnished 2 BHK with ACs, modular kitchen, and quality furniture commands 15 to 20% rent premium over bare shell. Landlords with furnished units typically take 30 to 40% less time to find a tenant.
What is the standard notice period for Cuffe Parade rentals?
Standard leave and licence agreements in Cuffe Parade specify a 2-month notice period before vacating. Premium buildings and corporate leases sometimes extend to 3 months. Always check the notice clause before signing, some agreements have lock-in periods (6 to 12 months) during which early exit requires forfeit of part-deposit.
Is there parking included in Cuffe Parade 2 BHK rentals?
Parking is typically separate in Cuffe Parade society rentals, expect an additional ₹8,000 to 15,000/month for one covered car park. At the ₹2L+ monthly rent tier, most landlords include one parking slot in the asking rent. Confirm explicitly before signing: older buildings like Basant may have limited parking allocation, while Maker Tower has a structured basement with designated slots. NRI and diplomatic tenants often don't drive, so parking exclusions are negotiable.
Can I negotiate rent below the listed asking price in Cuffe Parade?
Cuffe Parade 2 BHK rentals have 5 to 10% negotiation room in most cases, the same landlord who won't budge on price for two months will sometimes absorb 1 month's maintenance for a 2-year lease commitment. The strongest negotiating positions: (1) paying 6 months advance deposit vs 3 months, (2) signing a 2-year lock-in with 5% annual escalation instead of 8%, (3) cash-ready tenants who can close within one week. On a ₹2L/month unit, a 6% negotiation saves ₹12,000/month, ₹2.88 lakh over a 2-year lease.
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