2 BHK Flats for Rent in Kolkata

2 BHK flats are the most-searched configuration in Kolkata — perfect for couples with a child, two-friend sharing setups and small joint families. Carpet areas typically run 700-1,100 sq ft with rents from ₹14,000 – ₹32,000 per month.

Best areas for 2 BHK rentals in Kolkata

• Salt Lake — strong 2 BHK inventory with family-friendly societies
• New Town — strong 2 BHK inventory with family-friendly societies
• Park Street — strong 2 BHK inventory with family-friendly societies
• Howrah — strong 2 BHK inventory with family-friendly societies
• Ballygunge — strong 2 BHK inventory with family-friendly societies
• Garia — strong 2 BHK inventory with family-friendly societies

Family vs sharing use-case

Families in Kolkata prefer gated communities with parks, day-cares and schools nearby. Two friends splitting a 2 BHK save roughly 30-40% versus separate 1 BHKs, and it's the cheapest way to have your own bedroom in Kolkata.

Rent, deposit and maintenance

• Rent: ₹14,000 – ₹32,000 per month
• Deposit: 1-3 months of rent (some societies ask 6 months)
• Maintenance: ₹2,500-₹5,000 per month
• Parking: 1 covered slot standard, extras chargeable

Amenities to look for

• 24×7 security and CCTV
• Lift, power backup and water storage
• Clubhouse, gym and pool (in premium societies)
• Kids' play area and society garden
• Waste segregation and daily housekeeping

Nearby infrastructure

Hospitals: AMRI Hospital, Apollo Gleneagles, Fortis Hospital, Anandapur. Schools & colleges: Jadavpur University, Presidency University, IIM Calcutta. Metro / transit: Kolkata Metro — India's oldest — runs north-south; East-West Metro connects Salt Lake to Howrah Maidan.