Cost of Living 2026

Apartment Rent Price in Malaysia (2026)

Apartment Rent costs about $473.53 per 1BR city center ($473.53 / ₫12277497.51 VND) in Malaysia in 2026, about 33% below the ₫18337762.62 VND world average. It is the #55 most expensive of 85 countries tracked by imhere (cheapest: Pakistan, priciest: Singapore). Data updated 8 Aug 2026.

Malaysia vs the world

CountryPriceNotes
Malaysia$473.53 per 1BR city center$473.53 / ₫12277497.51 VND
World average₫18337762.62 VND
World median₫15021934.22 VND
Cheapest: Pakistan₫2924633.54 VNDrank #85 of 85
Most expensive: Singapore₫66703164.59 VNDrank #1 of 85

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Malaysia?
A 1-bedroom apartment costs about $473.53 per 1BR city center (₫12277497.51 VND) in Malaysia in 2026.
Is a 1-bedroom apartment expensive in Malaysia?
It is the #55 most expensive of the 85 countries tracked by imhere, about 33% below the ₫18337762.62 VND world average.
How much is that in US dollars?
A 1-bedroom apartment in Malaysia is about $473.53 per 1BR city center / ₫12277497.51 VND.
Which country has the cheapest apartment rent?
The cheapest in this comparison is Pakistan at about ₫2924633.54 VND.
Which country has the most expensive apartment rent?
The most expensive is Singapore at about ₫66703164.59 VND.
How does the cost of living in Malaysia compare?
The world average for a 1-bedroom apartment is about ₫18337762.62 VND and the median is ₫15021934.22 VND - a quick way to judge local living costs before you travel.
How do I find my hotel in Malaysia old-town alleys?
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