How much is rent in Central, Hong Kong?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Central costs HK$25,000 - HK$40,000/month (second-hand contract) or HK$22,000 - HK$35,000/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from HK$42,000 - HK$60,000/month, and a 3-bedroom from HK$60,000 - HK$90,000/month.

Is Central safe for expats?

Central has a safety rating of 5/5 (Very Safe) on our scale. That is one of the higher ratings on the 1-5 scale; as always, check specific streets and visit at different times before signing a lease.

How long is the commute from Central to Hong Kong center?

The commute from Central to Hong Kong city center takes approximately 0 minutes by walk.

What is Central like to live in?

Financial heart of Hong Kong. Gleaming towers, luxury malls, MTR hub. Most expensive area. In our data it is tagged as business, luxury, finance.

Central, Hong Kong 2026: 1BR Rent HK$25,000-HK$40,000/mo

A one-bedroom in Central rents for about HK$25,000 - HK$40,000/month — a very safe area (safety 5/5), roughly 0 minutes from Hong Kong center by walk.

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Rent in Central

Monthly rent in HKD (HK$). First-hand contracts come straight from the landlord or housing company. Second-hand contracts are sublets, and they usually cost more.

Apartment Size	First-Hand Rent	Second-Hand Rent
1 Bedroom	HK$22,000 - HK$35,000/mo	HK$25,000 - HK$40,000/mo
2 Bedrooms	HK$38,000 - HK$55,000/mo	HK$42,000 - HK$60,000/mo
3 Bedrooms	HK$55,000 - HK$80,000/mo	HK$60,000 - HK$90,000/mo

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How much is rent in Central, Hong Kong?: A 1-bedroom apartment in Central costs HK$25,000 - HK$40,000/month (second-hand contract) or HK$22,000 - HK$35,000/month (first-hand). A 2-bedroom ranges from HK$42,000 - HK$60,000/month, and a 3-bedroom from HK$60,000 - HK$90,000/month.
Is Central safe for expats?: Central has a safety rating of 5/5 (Very Safe) on our scale. That is one of the higher ratings on the 1-5 scale; as always, check specific streets and visit at different times before signing a lease.
How long is the commute from Central to Hong Kong center?: The commute from Central to Hong Kong city center takes approximately 0 minutes by walk.
What is Central like to live in?: Financial heart of Hong Kong. Gleaming towers, luxury malls, MTR hub. Most expensive area. In our data it is tagged as business, luxury, finance.

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