Arriendo se consolida como la principal forma de vivienda en Colombia, casi la mitad de los colombianos viven así
País dejó de invertir $60 billones en vivienda en tres años. Foto: iStock
TL;DR
- Renting is the primary housing option for 40% of Colombian households, a trend sustained since 2022.
- Economic factors, including high interest rates and difficulty accessing mortgages, limit homeownership.
- Reduced availability of new social housing has pushed demand towards rentals.
- Lifestyle changes, such as increased mobility and remote work, favor flexible rental arrangements.
- The profile of renters has shifted, with a focus on individuals aged 25-45 from middle-income strata.
- Digital processes for tenant verification (estudio de arrendamiento) are becoming standard.
- Demand is high for apartments between 50-100 sqm, especially new units with spaces for remote work and amenities.
- The majority of renters (91.7%) live in urban areas, with satellite municipalities gaining popularity.
- Apartments, particularly studio apartments, are seeing increased demand, especially from students and young professionals.
- Newer properties (0-5 years old) are preferred due to their association with mobility and flexibility.