Houses for rent in Kampala
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Stop jumping between TikTok tours, Facebook groups and agents' WhatsApp statuses. makaug.com puts 545 houses and apartments for rent in Kampala in one place, found across the web and listed by landlords and agents, and checked before they go live.
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Rentals by area
The most rentals are in Muyenga (83), Munyonyo (43), Bunga (45), Kyanja (33), Kololo (28), Ntinda (29) and Kisaasi (30). Browse: Muyenga · Munyonyo · Kyanja · Kololo · Ntinda · Kisaasi · Bugolobi. Looking just outside the city? Kira has the most rentals of anywhere in Uganda. Also browse Entebbe · All of Wakiso · Mukono.
What rent costs in Kampala
The middle asking rent in Kampala is about UGX 1.7M a month. Typical asking rents: Kisaasi around UGX 800k, Kiwatule 1.3M, Ntinda 1.35M, Kyanja 1.5M, Munyonyo 2M and Muyenga 2.6M. Kololo and Bugolobi are the most expensive. Use the budget and bedroom filters to see what fits, or switch to $ if your rent is quoted in dollars.
Rent safely
View the house in person before paying anything, ask to see the landlord's or agent's authority, get a written tenancy agreement and receipts. Report anything suspicious from the listing page.
Landlords: tenants search one place. List your rental (UGX 20,000 a month) or WhatsApp 0780 863 394.
Frequently asked questions
How many houses are for rent in Kampala?
545 right now on makaug, across Kampala district. There are hundreds more in Wakiso (Kira, Najjera, Namugongo).
What is the average rent in Kampala?
About UGX 1.7M a month asking rent across all sizes. 1–2 bedroom homes in Kisaasi, Kiwatule and Ntinda are often UGX 0.8–1.5M.
Do I pay makaug a fee to rent?
No. Searching is free and you contact the landlord or agent directly. Agree any agent fee with them in writing.
Can I find a rental on WhatsApp?
Yes. WhatsApp 0780 863 394, share your area and budget, and the makaug assistant sends matching listings in your language.
Is it free to search?
Yes. Searching makaug is free and you never pay makaug to contact a lister.
How do I contact a lister?
Open the listing and tap Call or WhatsApp to reach the owner or agent directly.
How do I stay safe?
Never pay a deposit or fee before you have viewed the property and checked the documents. Read our safety tips.
How do I report a listing?
Use Report on the listing page, or see Report a Listing. Our team reviews every report.
How do I list my property?
List your property: UGX 20,000 a month from the day it is approved. See our Terms.
Can't find the right rental?
Send your budget, area, and must-haves. We will track it for follow-up.