Coliving and PG in India: Find Coliving Near You (2026)
Coliving in India is a professionally managed PG or shared home: you rent a furnished bed or private room, and one monthly price usually covers Wi-Fi, housekeeping, power backup and often meals. Branded operators run it across Bengaluru, Mumbai, Delhi NCR, Pune, Hyderabad and other cities, usually with shorter lock-ins and lower deposits than a flat.
Mayank Pokharna · Founder, Everything Coliving
13 years in coliving · Reviewed by the Everything Coliving team
Updated 12 November 2026. Prices and brand details checked on the sources linked beside them.
Find coliving by city
Each guide lists the coliving and managed PG operators we found in that city, with neighbourhoods, room types and what to check. Pick the city where you work or study.
Coliving in Bengaluru
Zolo Stays, Stanza Living, Housr and Colive among 14 spaces.
Coliving in Delhi NCR
Stanza Living, HelloWorld and Zolo Stays across Delhi, Gurugram and Noida.
Coliving in Chandigarh
Coli Spaces, plus how to find shared housing in the Tricity.
Coliving vs PG vs flat
Typical terms, not rules: every operator and landlord sets their own, so read the agreement. For the full comparison, see our guide to coliving vs PG (paying guest) in India.
| Coliving | PG (paying guest) | Rented flat | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deposit | Usually one to two months' rent, refundable | Usually one to two months' rent, sometimes less | Often several months' rent, set by the landlord and city norms |
| Notice period | Typically about a month, set in the agreement | Typically about a month, often informal | Set in the rental agreement, commonly one to three months |
| Food | Varies: included, optional meal plan, or a shared kitchen | Usually included (often two or three meals a day) | Cook yourself, hire a cook or order in |
| Housekeeping | Included for rooms and common areas | Usually included, frequency varies | Your responsibility, or hire help |
| Privacy | Private or shared rooms, designed common areas | Mostly shared rooms, house rules and sometimes curfews | Full privacy, your own home |
| Typical lock-in | Flexible, with lower rent for longer commitments | Often none or short | 11-month leave-and-licence agreements are common |
| Setup | Furnished, Wi-Fi and appliances ready | Furnished, basic | Often unfurnished or semi-furnished; buy or rent furniture |
| Who it suits | Working professionals, people new to a city, remote workers | Students and anyone on the tightest budget | Couples, families, friends sharing, long stays |
Major coliving brands in India
Brands with live websites and listings as of November 2026, with the cities shown on their own sites. Inclusion is not an endorsement; compare the specific property.
Stanza Living
Managed student and professional residences. Its site lists Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Pune, Mumbai, Delhi, Gurugram, Noida, Ahmedabad, Vadodara, Indore, Coimbatore, Dehradun, Kochi and Manipal.
Zolo Stays
Coliving and PG rooms from shared to private. Lists Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Pune, Mumbai, Delhi, Gurugram, Noida and Coimbatore, with 172 properties in Bengaluru alone on its city page. (Source: zolostays.com/bangalore)
Colive
Bengaluru-founded coliving brand, strongest in Bengaluru, with homes also listed in Pune, Mumbai, Hyderabad and Chennai.
HelloWorld
Coliving and PG brand with a city picker covering 16 cities, including Bengaluru, Mumbai, Delhi, Gurugram, Noida, Pune, Hyderabad, Chennai, Kolkata, Ahmedabad, Jaipur, Indore, Coimbatore, Visakhapatnam, Kota and Goa.
Your-Space
Student-focused hostels and PGs near campuses in Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Pune, Ahmedabad, Jaipur, Indore, Dehradun and Nagpur.
Housr
Premium coliving and serviced apartments in Gurugram, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Pune and Visakhapatnam, with a short-stay trial option.
Settl
Design-led coliving for working professionals in Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Gurugram and Chennai.
Union Living
Coliving and student housing in Mumbai (including BKC and Navi Mumbai), Pune and Gurugram, with a new launch in Ahmedabad. Reported a 2,000-bed expansion across Mumbai, Pune and Ahmedabad in 2026. (Source: Construction World)
Tribe Stays
Pune-based brand running student accommodation, coliving (Tribe Commune) and executive suites. Inc42 reported 650 beds in Pune when it raised $2.8 million in November 2025. (Source: Inc42)
Truliv
Coliving with single, double and triple occupancy in Chennai and Bengaluru.
Running a coliving brand that should be here? See the operator directory.
What coliving costs in India
Rent depends on the city, how many people share the room, the neighbourhood and whether food is included. These are listed prices on operator sites on 12 November 2026; the lowest figures are usually shared rooms in outer areas, and prices change often.
- Bengaluru: ₹4,408 to ₹43,463 a month across 172 Zolo properties; two-sharing ₹4,510 to ₹18,749, private rooms ₹7,585 to ₹38,628 (Source: zolostays.com)
- Bengaluru: HelloWorld rooms listed from ₹8,999 a month (Source: thehelloworld.com)
- Hyderabad: ₹5,346 to ₹21,750 a month across 22 Zolo properties (Source: zolostays.com)
- Hyderabad: HelloWorld rooms listed from ₹7,000 a month (Source: thehelloworld.com)
- Mumbai: HelloWorld rooms listed from ₹6,500 a month (Source: thehelloworld.com)
- Pune: HelloWorld rooms listed from ₹5,000 a month (Source: thehelloworld.com)
Costs on top of rent
Colive’s 2026 Bengaluru cost guide puts typical extras at ₹800 to ₹2,000 a month for metered electricity, ₹2,500 to ₹5,000 a month where food is a separate plan, and ₹1,000 to ₹5,000 in one-time agreement or setup fees, plus the refundable deposit (Colive, 2026; an operator source). Always compare the all-in monthly figure, not the headline rent.
Operators and investors looking for rent benchmarks rather than a room should use the State of Coliving India report.
How to choose: a checklist before you pay
- 1
Deposit and refund terms
Ask how many months' rent the deposit is, exactly what can be deducted (painting, cleaning, damage), and how many days after move-out the refund is paid. Get it in the agreement, not on WhatsApp.
- 2
Lock-in and notice
Many operators price a lower rent against a minimum stay. Check what you pay if you leave before the lock-in ends and how much notice you must give.
- 3
Food plan
Is food included, an optional plan, or a shared kitchen only? Ask for the weekly menu, meal timings and whether you can opt out of meals you skip.
- 4
What the rent really covers
Electricity is often billed separately by meter. Confirm Wi-Fi speed, housekeeping frequency, laundry, power backup and any one-time joining or maintenance fee.
- 5
Police verification and records
Expect to share ID for tenant verification; a properly run home keeps records of every resident and has its staff police-verified. Be wary of a place that asks for nothing.
- 6
Registration under local PG rules
PGs and hostels need a local licence in many cities. In Bengaluru, ask for the trade licence (our guide: how a Bengaluru PG gets licensed). For the rules by state, see coliving regulations in India.
- 7
Bengaluru safety rules (Karnataka High Court, 2026)
In September 2026 the Karnataka High Court issued directions for Bengaluru PGs: occupancy must follow the sanctioned plan with at least 70 sq ft per occupant, no beds in corridors, staircases or parking, CCTV in common areas but never in bedrooms or bathrooms, police verification of guards and cooks, and occupant records kept up to date (LiveLaw, 17 Sep 2026). Use these as a checklist anywhere in India.
- 8
Visit, or video-call, before you pay
Check fire exits and extinguishers, the room you will actually get, bathroom ratio, water supply and the commute at peak hour. Read recent Google reviews for that specific property, not just the brand.
Coliving for students, professionals and women
For students
Look for student residences near your campus (Stanza Living, Your-Space and Tribe Stays all run them), shared rooms to keep cost down, meals included, study spaces and clear visitor and entry rules. Check whether the lock-in matches your academic year and whether the deposit is refunded before you leave for the summer.
For working professionals
Prioritise commute time over headline rent, a private room, reliable Wi-Fi with backup, and a quiet place to take calls. Coliving near tech parks and business districts fills fastest, so ask about the waitlist and whether a lower rent for a longer lock-in is worth it for your job plans.
For women
Choose women-only homes or floors if you prefer them (for example NamaStay in Kochi), and ask about controlled entry, staff verification, CCTV in common areas only, night security, lighting on the route home and visitor rules. Speak to a current resident before you commit.
Why good coliving fills fast
Demand far outstrips organised supply. Colliers India estimates demand for about 6.6 million coliving beds against roughly 300,000 organised beds, with demand expected to reach about 9.1 million beds by 2030 (Colliers India). Most renters still live in informal PGs, so branded rooms near offices and campuses often have waitlists: book early and visit before you pay. For the market data behind this, read the State of Coliving India report, India coliving market size and India coliving regulations.
Coliving and PG in India: FAQ
What is coliving?
Coliving is managed shared housing: you rent a furnished bed or private room, share the kitchen and common areas, and pay one monthly price that usually covers Wi-Fi, housekeeping, power backup and often meals. In India it is the professionally run, branded version of a PG, aimed mainly at working professionals and students.
What is Colive?
Colive is a Bengaluru-founded coliving brand (colive.com) with homes in Bengaluru, Pune, Mumbai, Hyderabad and Chennai. People also type "colive" as short for coliving in general. Either way, the city guides on this page list Colive alongside other operators so you can compare.
Is coliving better than a PG?
Coliving usually offers more private rooms, better-designed common areas, app-based service and fewer house rules, at a higher price. A PG is usually cheaper and more often includes meals. If budget is the priority, a well-run PG wins; if privacy, flexibility and community matter more, coliving is usually the better fit.
How do I find coliving near me?
Start with the city guide for where you work or study, shortlist two or three operators near your office or campus, and compare listed prices on their sites or on a marketplace such as BookMyColiving. Then visit or video-call the actual property before you pay a deposit.
How much does coliving cost in India?
It depends on city, sharing and location. On 12 November 2026, Zolo listed Bengaluru rooms from ₹4,408 to ₹43,463 a month and Hyderabad rooms from ₹5,346 to ₹21,750, while HelloWorld listed rooms from ₹5,000 in Pune and ₹6,500 in Mumbai. Check electricity, food and one-time fees on top.
How much deposit do coliving spaces charge?
Branded coliving and PGs usually ask for one to two months' rent as a refundable deposit, much less than many flats. Before paying, confirm the deductions allowed, the lock-in and the number of days within which the deposit is refunded after you leave.
Is coliving safe, especially for women?
A well-run coliving home is generally safer than an informal PG because entry is controlled, staff are verified and someone is on site. Check for controlled entry, CCTV in common areas only, fire safety equipment, police-verified staff and women-only options, and read recent reviews of the specific property.
Do I need police verification to live in a PG or coliving?
Operators typically ask for your ID and complete tenant verification as required in their city, and a 2026 Karnataka High Court order requires Bengaluru PGs to keep current occupant records and police-verify staff. Sharing your ID with a registered operator is normal; a place that asks for nothing is a warning sign.
New to the idea? Start with what is coliving.