The address
The city's creative, after-dark heart.
Kamwokya — and Kisementi at its core — is where Kampala goes out. Restaurants, bars, live music and galleries draw a young, energetic crowd to some of the most central streets in town.
Houses & Apartments for Rent in Kamwokya, Kampala
About Kamwokya
Kamwokya is a residential neighborhood in Kampala, Uganda. Browse the wider Kampala listings while we add fresh Kamwokya inventory.
Kamwokya — and Kisementi at its core — is where Kampala goes out. Restaurants, bars, live music and galleries draw a young, energetic crowd to some of the most central streets in town.
Inside Kamwokya
A closer look at Kamwokya
What to expect
Density, energy and rapid change.
A lively mix of trade, community life and a growing crop of modern apartments. It is central, affordable by prime-corridor standards, and visibly gentrifying.
The lifestyle
Walk to Kololo, live in the action.
Nightlife and dining are on your doorstep, Kololo's offices and Acacia Mall are minutes uphill, and the CBD is a short ride away. Few places put you closer to everything.
The market
An entry into the prime corridor with upside.
New apartment supply and steady tenant demand from students and young professionals make Kamwokya a watch-this-space market for rental yield and longer-term appreciation.
The local market in Kamwokya
28,659
Residents
29.6
Median age
3,175
Households
2.6
Avg household size
Housing stock
Apartments15%
Villas72%
Houses11%
Other2%
Who lives here
Owner-occupied68%
Renting32%
Families89%
Long-term residents41%
| Type | Avg rent | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Studio Apartment | USh 350k | USh 400k – USh 650k |
| 1 Bedroom Apartment | USh 1.2M | USh 950k – USh 1.8M |
| 2 Bedroom Apartment | USh 1.8M | USh 1.4M – USh 2.5M |
| 3 Bedroom Apartment | USh 2.3M | USh 1.7M – USh 3.5M |
| 3 Bedroom Villa | USh 3.6M | USh 2.8M – USh 4.7M |
| 4 Bedroom Villa | USh 4.2M | USh 3.4M – USh 5.8M |
| 5 Bedroom Villa | USh 5.2M | USh 5.7M – USh 6.8M |
Quality of life in Kamwokya
Air quality
Moderate
Central and built-up, with everyday city dust and traffic; greener toward the Kololo boundary.
Noise levels
Lively
An energetic, social neighbourhood — Kisementi keeps the evenings buzzing well into the night.
Walk score23/100
Bike score29/100
Transit score18/100
25 min
Time to CBD
USh 2,500
Taxi fare
USh 2,500
Boda fare
Map of Kamwokya
Kamwokya·Approximate area
Frequently asked questions about Kamwokya
What is the average rent for a house in Kamwokya?
Rental prices in Kamwokya vary by property type and size. Browse current Homeseeq listings to see live asking prices and recent updates.
How far is Kamwokya from Kampala city centre?
Kamwokya sits within Greater Kampala. Travel times depend on traffic — typically 10–30 minutes from the CBD.
What types of properties are available in Kamwokya?
Apartments, family houses, gated developments and (where applicable) plots of land are commonly listed in Kamwokya.
Is Kamwokya a good area to live in?
Kamwokya is a popular residential choice in Kampala for its mix of housing options, accessibility and community character.