India, Aug. 16 -- A Reddit thread on Bengaluru has struck a chord with tenants, turning one frustrated question about whether a 100% security deposit refund is even possible into a wider discussion about Bengaluru's rental experiences. Renters shared accounts of landlords deducting Rs.40,000 to Rs.80,000 for painting, cleaning and wear-and-tear, while some said large deposits equivalent to six to 10 months' rent were held for weeks after they moved out. The discussion highlighted a common concern among tenants: in Bengaluru, getting the entire security deposit back can sometimes feel like lottery.

"Trying to figure out whether the full-refund case even exists here or if everyone just accepts losing a chunk," the Redditor wrote while seek...