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

Arriendo se consolida como la principal forma de vivienda en Colombia, casi la mitad de los colombianos viven así

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.