The address
The hill of Makerere University.
Makerere is shaped by its landmark university — an academic, central neighbourhood alive with students, staff and the buzz of Wandegeya.
Houses & Apartments for Rent in Makerere, Kampala
About Makerere
Makerere is a residential neighborhood in Kampala, Uganda. Browse the wider Kampala listings while we add fresh Makerere inventory.
Makerere is shaped by its landmark university — an academic, central neighbourhood alive with students, staff and the buzz of Wandegeya.
A closer look at Makerere
What to expect
Hostels, rentals and staff homes.
Dense student housing and apartments around the campus, with leafier streets of established family homes for academics and professionals.
The lifestyle
Central, youthful and connected.
The energy of a major campus, with Wandegeya's services and the CBD close at hand — a lively, convenient place to live and let.
The market
A reliable, high-occupancy rental engine.
Deep, constant student and academic demand makes Makerere one of the city's most dependable, high-yield rental markets.
The local market in Makerere
29
Households
Housing stock
Villas63%
Houses5%
Other73%
Who lives here
Owner-occupied59%
Renting19%
Families20%
| Type | Avg rent | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Studio Apartment | USh 54 | USh 72 – USh 18 |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment | USh 64 | USh 56 – USh 34 |
| 2 Bedroom Apartment | USh 4 | USh 88 – USh 28 |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment | USh 11 | USh 11 – USh 6 |
| 3 Bedroom Villa | USh 64 | USh 28 – USh 26 |
| 4 Bedroom Villa | USh 36 | USh 9 – USh 20 |
| 5 Bedroom Villa | USh 54 | USh 6 – USh 84 |
Quality of life in Makerere
Air quality
Good
Greener on the campus and leafy staff streets, with city haze toward Wandegeya.
Noise levels
Lively
Busy and youthful around the campus and Wandegeya, calmer on the staff-housing streets.
Walk score42/100
Bike score71/100
Transit score17/100
Map of Makerere
Makerere·Approximate area
Frequently asked questions about Makerere
What is the average rent for a house in Makerere?
Rental prices in Makerere vary by property type and size. Browse current Homeseeq listings to see live asking prices and recent updates.
How far is Makerere from Kampala city centre?
Makerere sits within Greater Kampala. Travel times depend on traffic — typically 10–30 minutes from the CBD.
What types of properties are available in Makerere?
Apartments, family houses, gated developments and (where applicable) plots of land are commonly listed in Makerere.
Is Makerere a good area to live in?
Makerere is a popular residential choice in Kampala for its mix of housing options, accessibility and community character.