Padang Bulan Rent Prices in City of Medan 2026
Our Verdict
"Bougie"
While the grit might suggest otherwise, our neighborhood analysis proves Padang Bulan is surprisingly BOUGIE with a 4.0 rating, largely because landlords exploit the proximity to campus. The $4.8/m² median is a steep ask for an area where parking is a genuine nightmare and the noise never stops. It is a solid investment outlook for property owners, but renters are paying a premium just to avoid a grueling commute through Medan’s gridlock.
The Vibe:This is the engine room of the University of North Sumatra (USU), where the air is a thick mix of exhaust fumes from Jalan Jamin Ginting and street food smoke. Expect a constant swarm of yellow angkots and students fighting for pavement space near the flyover. It is loud, unapologetically functional, and serves as the primary bottleneck for anyone heading toward Berastagi.
The median rent price in Padang Bulan, City of Medan is $4.8 per m² per month, 100% below the City of Medan city average of $14502.4/m². Based on 1 verified rental data points as of June 2026.
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Padang Bulan @ $4.8/m²/mo
District Highlights
Locals Ask
Is the $4.8 median rent actually worth it for a student?
Only if you value your time; living further out saves cash but costs you two hours a day in traffic.
Where are the most expensive units located?
Prices hit the $7.6/m² ceiling in the newer gated townhouses near the Dr. Mansyur intersection.
What is the biggest downside of renting here?
The lack of parking; if your building doesn't have a dedicated lot, you'll be fighting angkots for every inch of the curb.
How does the investment outlook look for small apartments?
High yield but high maintenance, as the constant student turnover means rooms take a beating every semester.
Are utilities typically included in the m² stats?
No, you'll almost certainly be paying your own electricity tokens and water on top of the base rent.
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Data Sources
Padang Bulan prices are sourced from real market listings and verified location scans submitted by users in City of Medan. Each neighbourhood requires multiple independent data points before publication to ensure statistical reliability.
Methodology
We report median prices — not averages — to reduce outlier distortion. All figures are per square metre (per month). The 4/5 rating reflects price-to-value relative to local amenities, transit access, and broader market conditions in City of Medan.
Last Updated
This page was last updated in June 2026. AI-generated insights — including the vibe description, verdict, and FAQs — are regenerated whenever the underlying price data changes to keep analysis current.