The address
A working hill with a refined upper crust.
Upper Nakasero is corporate Kampala's bedroom — embassies, company directors and long-stay executives in secure apartments and walled homes, minutes from every boardroom in town.
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About Nakasero
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Upper Nakasero is corporate Kampala's bedroom — embassies, company directors and long-stay executives in secure apartments and walled homes, minutes from every boardroom in town.
A closer look at Nakasero
What to expect
Offices and hotels below, calm residences above.
The CBD's banks and headquarters cluster on the lower slopes, while the crest stays quiet and green. Nakasero Market keeps the kitchens stocked with the freshest produce in Kampala.
The lifestyle
Walk to work, dine at the Serena, sleep on the hill.
Few Kampala addresses let you commute on foot. Five-star hotels, fine dining and the city's best private healthcare are all within reach, with Kololo and Acacia Mall just over the ridge.
The market
Scarce, central and rented in dollars.
Land is almost entirely built out, so value concentrates in apartments and the rare standalone home. Central, secure and chronically short of supply, Nakasero rents stay firm.
The local market in Nakasero
28,659
Residents
29.6
Median age
3,175
Households
2.6
Avg household size
Housing stock
Apartments70%
Villas68%
Houses20%
Other19%
Who lives here
Owner-occupied58%
Renting13%
Families39%
Long-term residents41%
| Type | Avg rent | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Studio Apartment | USh 32 | USh 69 – USh 62 |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment | USh 17 | USh 15 – USh 14 |
| 2 Bedroom Apartment | USh 36 | USh 65 – USh 61 |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment | USh 29 | USh 68 – USh 69 |
| 3 Bedroom Villa | USh 20 | USh 83 – USh 26 |
| 4 Bedroom Villa | USh 75 | USh 3 – USh 18 |
| 5 Bedroom Villa | USh 42 | USh 84 – USh 98 |
Quality of life in Nakasero
Air quality
Good
Generally fresh on the upper slopes, though the CBD edge catches some city traffic haze.
Noise levels
Moderate
Lower Nakasero hums with commerce by day; the upper residential streets settle into quiet by evening.
Walk score96/100
Bike score87/100
Transit score91/100
25 min
Time to CBD
USh 2,500
Taxi fare
USh 2,500
Boda fare
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Frequently asked questions about Nakasero
What is the average rent for a house in Nakasero?
Rental prices in Nakasero vary by property type and size. Browse current Homeseeq listings to see live asking prices and recent updates.
How far is Nakasero from Kampala city centre?
Nakasero sits within Greater Kampala. Travel times depend on traffic — typically 10–30 minutes from the CBD.
What types of properties are available in Nakasero?
Apartments, family houses, gated developments and (where applicable) plots of land are commonly listed in Nakasero.
Is Nakasero a good area to live in?
Nakasero is a popular residential choice in Kampala for its mix of housing options, accessibility and community character.