India, Feb. 8 -- Despite rents in Bengaluru touching the roof, especially in areas close to the city centre, there is enough demand for 1BHK apartments among students and young professionals relocating to the IT city for new jobs.

Local brokers say the demand for 1BHKs has increased by over 20%, and most of these apartments are being rented out for Rs.25,000-30,000 per month in prime areas like Indiranagar and Koramangala.

"I receive more than 10 queries for 1BHKs close to Indiranagar and Koramangala. These are typically 300-550 sq ft smaller inventories with six to nine months of security deposit," Sunil Singh, director of Realty Corps, said.

Almost a decade ago, 1BHKs were uncommon in Bengaluru, and the few available had large sizes....