How much rent can I save in Mauritius if I share a flat with other students?
Sharing can roughly halve your rent in Mauritius. Splitting a 1BHK outside the city centre between two people brings your share to around MUR 7,500 a month, instead of MUR 14,978 alone. A 3BHK outside the centre split three ways is about MUR 10,600 each.
Sharing can cut your rent sharply in Mauritius. Two people splitting a 1BHK outside the centre pay around MUR 7,500 (approx INR 15,124) each a month, compared with MUR 14,978 (approx INR 30,203) if you live alone.
Rent: shared vs alone
| Arrangement | Your monthly rent |
|---|---|
| 1BHK outside centre, living alone | 14,978 (approx INR 30,203) |
| 1BHK outside centre, shared by two | Around 7,500 (approx INR 15,124) |
| 3BHK outside centre, total rent | 31,798 (approx INR 64,121) |
| 3BHK outside centre, shared by three | Around 10,600 (approx INR 21,375) |
Other benefits and trade-offs
- Living alone also means paying the whole utility bill yourself.
- Sharing gives real monthly savings, while living alone gives more space and privacy.
My Advice
If budget is tight, share a place with one or two flatmates you trust and agree on bill-splitting rules in writing. Check live listings, as actual rents move with area and season.
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