Rent in Centro, Madrid: price per m² in 2026
Historic heart of Madrid (Sol, Malasaña, Chueca, Lavapiés, La Latina). Very strong rental demand, heavy tourist presence and older buildings, often without a lift.
Estimated monthly rent by size
| Size | Low | Median | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 m² | 1,160 € | 1,460 € | 1,890 € |
| 60 m² | 1,440 € | 1,790 € | 2,330 € |
| 80 m² | 1,710 € | 2,140 € | 2,790 € |
| 100 m² | 2,100 € | 2,630 € | 3,410 € |
Rent caps and annual updates
Annual increases on an existing lease are capped by the IRAV: 2.54% (09/2026).
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the average rent in Centro?
- Asking rent in Centro ranges from €23 to €29 per m² per month, about €26.0/m² in the middle of the range.
- How much does a 70 m² flat cost to rent in Centro?
- Expect around €1,500 to €2,440 a month for 70 m², excluding fees, depending on condition and features.
- How much can rent rise each year?
- During the lease, the annual update is capped by the IRAV published by INE: 2.54% (09/2026).
Where do these figures come from?
The €/m² range comes from the average asking rent published by Idealista (September 2026). Rents by size are calculated with the same model as our analysis tool: the published price of the area (or sub-area, capped at the district average in Madrid and Barcelona), adjusted for size, because small flats rent for more per m². These are asking rents from listings (unfurnished, long term), not signed rents. The low end is not a floor: adjust for condition, floor, terrace or parking.
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