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Namugongo, Wakiso

Quiet, increasingly popular suburb 8 km north of Kampala CBD. Mix of single-family homes and 2-bedroom rentals at prices that beat Ntinda and Bukoto — with the trade-off of murram backroads that get tough during heavy rain.

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HomSeeq Liveability

Solid choice

Strong on safety & family living. Watch the roads in rainy season.

Top 12% of Kampala suburbs for value

Average rent

UGX 350k–1.8M

per month

Available homes

47 listings

+8 in the last 7 days

Median days to rent

21 days

moderate demand

Best for

Young familiesQuiet livingAffordable city accessFirst-time renters

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Namugongo, Wakiso

Field-visited Apr 2026

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Quick facts

What you'd want to know in the first 60 seconds.

Rent range

UGX 400k – 6.8M

per month, all types

Transport

Boda & taxi

~25 min to CBD

Road quality

Mixed

tarmac mains, murram side roads

Water reliability

NWSC piped

occasional dry-season cuts

Internet

4G + fibre

coverage varies by street

Safety

Generally safe

see liveability scores below

Family suitability

Strong choice

89% family households

Commute to CBD

25 min

to the city centre

About Namugongo

Namugongo is best known across the world as the site of the Uganda Martyrs Shrines, which draw millions of pilgrims every June. Around that spiritual landmark has grown a busy, popular residential suburb in Kira Municipality, full of organised estates, gated homes and apartments for Kampala's expanding middle class.

The area balances its pilgrimage heritage with everyday suburban life — schools, markets, churches and a steady stream of new developments. Well linked to Najjera, Kira and the Northern Bypass, and riding the same northeastern growth wave, Namugongo offers character, community and consistent demand.

A sneak peek at Namugongo

The quick character read — what stands out before you ever visit.

Home of the Martyrs Shrines.

The address

Namugongo wears its heritage proudly — the Uganda Martyrs Shrines anchor an area that has grown into a thriving, community-minded suburb of estates and family homes.

Organised estates with a strong community feel.

What to expect

Gated homes and apartments on improving roads, with churches, schools and markets woven through. A settled, family-oriented suburb with steady new supply.

Calm, connected and community-driven.

The lifestyle

Quiet residential streets with easy links to Najjera, Kira and the Northern Bypass. The pilgrimage season aside, it is a peaceful, neighbourly place to live.

Steady demand in a growth corridor.

The market

Part of the booming Kira Municipality, Namugongo enjoys reliable middle-class demand and a healthy development pipeline, supporting consistent value growth.

Available rentals

8 active listings · verified within the last 30 days

Homes for rent in Namugongo

9 Bedroom Mega-villa
Plot 572, Namugongo
9 Beds • 10 Bath
^UGX 20,000k
Amity Apartments
Plot 270, Namugongo
2 Beds • 2 Bath3 Beds • 3 Bath
^UGX 850k - 1,100k
Novo Apartments
Plot 681, Namugongo
2 Beds • 2 Bath3 Beds • 3 Bath
^UGX 850k - 1,100k
Velar Apartments
Plot 511, Namugongo
2 Beds • 2 Bath3 Beds • 3 Bath
^UGX 950k - 1,300k
Iguana Apartments, Namugongo
Plot 739, Namugongo
1 Beds • 1 Bath2 Beds • 2 Bath
^UGX 600k - 1,000k
Enid Apartments, Namugongo
Plot 397, Namugongo
1 Beds • 1 Bath2 Beds • 2 Bath
^UGX 550k - 950k
Amaya Suites, Namugongo
Plot 726, Namugongo
1 Beds • 1 Bath2 Beds • 2 Bath
^UGX 450k - 750k
2 bedroom house Namugongo
Plot 801, Namugongo
2 Beds • 2 Bath
^UGX 600k

See all rentals →

Rent & property market snapshot

A snapshot of the Namugongo rental market based on recent listings. Median values reflect typical asking rents, not promotional prices.

Rent by property type

UGX, per month

Studio apartment

Self-contained singles

400k – 650k

median 350k

1 bedroom apartment

Compact city living

950k – 1.8M

median 1.2M

2 bedrooms

Most-rented family unit

1.4M – 2.5M

median 1.8M

3 bedrooms (apartment)

Larger apartments

1.7M – 3.5M

median 2.3M

3 bedroom villa

Standalone homes

2.8M – 4.7M

median 3.6M

4 bedroom villa

Gated standalone

3.4M – 5.8M

median 4.2M

5 bedroom villa

Premium standalone

5.7M – 6.8M

median 5.2M

Market demand

High

Rent trend (YoY)

+5.1%

Gradually rising, in line with greater Kampala.

Availability

Tight supply

Listings rent in ~8 days on average.

Broker activity

High

Most listings reach the market through brokers.

Negotiation chance

Limited

Strong demand leaves little room to negotiate.

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Land for sale — price guide

Typical asking prices for plots in and around Namugongo, by size.

Median price

UGX 120M

Lowest

UGX 40M

Highest

UGX 540M

Avg lot size

13 sqft

Time on market

34 days

Plot size

Cheapest

Average

Highest

50 × 100 ft

UGX 45M

UGX 65M

UGX 90M

100 × 100 ft

UGX 95M

UGX 120M

UGX 140M

Half acre

UGX 180M

UGX 200M

UGX 260M

One acre

UGX 460M

UGX 490M

UGX 540M

Should you buy in Namugongo?

Buy

Namugongo blends heritage and community with Kira-corridor growth — a settled, family-friendly suburb with dependable demand.

Buyer guidance

Thriving suburb anchored by the Uganda Martyrs Shrines
Part of the fast-growing Kira Municipality corridor
Strong, community-driven middle-class demand
Organised estates and a healthy new-build pipeline
Good links to Najjera, Kira and the Northern Bypass
Consistent value growth with a settled, family character

Move-in cost estimator

A realistic first-day-of-tenancy figure for a typical 2-bedroom in Namugongo at UGX 1,760,000/month. Numbers vary by landlord and broker.

Confirm every charge before paying

Always view the unit in person, ask for a written breakdown of fees, and confirm refund terms for the deposit. Never pay brokers before viewing.

Estimated total to move in

UGX 7,540,000

Based on a typical 2-bedroom @ 1.8M/mo

First month's rent

Paid up-front on signing

UGX 1,760,000

Security deposit

Typically 2 months · refundable

UGX 3,520,000

Broker / agent fee

Standard: 1 month's rent (one-time)

UGX 1,760,000

Utility set-up

Yaka top-up, water connection, home internet

UGX 300,000

Moving transport

Pick-up truck within Kampala

UGX 200,000

Total estimate

UGX 7,540,000

Quality of life

Signals built from field visits, public data, and resident feedback. Scored 0–10.

Air quality

8.0

Fresh and largely green across the estates, away from the main roads.

Noise level

8.5

Peaceful and residential for most of the year, busier during the June pilgrimage season.

Walkability

2.3

Walk score 23/100.

Public transport

1.8

Transit score 18/100.

Cycling

2.9

Bike score 29/100.

Commute to CBD

7.5

About 25 minutes to the city centre.

Who lives in Namugongo

Residents, households, and the housing mix — a feel for the community you'd be joining.

Namugongo's residents are middle-class families and professionals drawn to a community-oriented suburb with strong heritage, good schools and steady growth.

Population

28,659

Median age

29.6 yrs

Households

3,175

Avg household

2.6 people

Long-term residents

41%

Age groups

Under 2040%

20–3914%

40–5927%

60+19%

Housing stock

Apartments15%

Villas72%

Houses11%

Other2%

Who rents & owns

Renters32%

Owners68%

Household types

Families89%

Singles11%

Single parents24%

Couples9%

What's around you

A walk through the things you'll actually use day-to-day — grouped by life zone.

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Daily essentials

Groceries, food, errands

Kyanja Market2 min
Capital Shoppers Ntinda15 min
Local supermarkets & kioskswalking
Restaurants & pork joints5+ near main road

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Family needs

Schools, parks, kid stuff

Kyanja Primary School5 min
Hilltop College Kyanja8 min
Kungu Playgroundwalking
Daycare options3 nearby

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Lifestyle

Cafés, gyms, weekends

Lugogo Mall (Acacia)15 min
Body's Gym Kyanja5 min
Cafés near Kyanja-Kungu3 known
Football pitches2 nearby

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Health

Clinics & pharmacies

Kyanja Health Centre III5 min
Case Clinic (Kololo)25 min
Pharmacies on main road4+ open late
Mulago Hospital22 min

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Transport

Getting around

Boda stagesevery corner
Minivan Taxi (Kyanja–Kalerwe)UGX 1,500
SafeBoda & Uber Boda5–8 min ETA
Bombo Road linkdrive to CBD

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Financial services

Banks, mobile money, ATMs

Centenary Bank (Ntinda)15 min
Equity Bank branch10 min
MTN Mobile Money agents20+ in Kyanja
Airtel Money kioskswalking

Primary schools in and around Namugongo

Featured
+Nursery
Komenda Junior Sch.
MixedDayWakiso West
^UGX650k - 920k
3.20
0705 968190
Featured
Enrolment open
+Nursery
Metro Junior Sch.
MixedDayWakiso Trading Centre
^UGX540k - 770k
3.20
0715 260450
Featured
+Nursery
Maria Sedes Sapientiae PS Wakiso
MixedDay & BoardingWakiso Trading Centre
^UGX510k - 1,450k
2.80
0742 729534
Featured
Enrolment open
St. Theresa Kisubi Girls PS Wakiso
Girls onlyDayWakiso West
^UGX320k - 380k
2.80
0745 893787
Featured
Enrolment open
+Nursery+Daycare
Bright Junior Wakiso Ps
MixedDayWakiso Trading Centre
^UGX390k - 550k
2.60
0746 304793
Featured
Enrolment open
Kings Way Primary Sch.
MixedDayMakindye-Ssabagabo Township
^UGX500k - 600k
2.60
0761 878782
Featured
Enrolment open
+Nursery+Daycare
Kisozi Boatbs PS Wakiso
MixedDayWakiso Trading Centre
^UGX580k - 820k
2.40
0789 319494

Life in Namugongo

The texture of day-to-day living — who thrives here, and why.

Everyday convenience

Shops, markets, and services within easy reach in Namugongo.

Getting around

Boda stages, taxi routes, and main-road access from Namugongo.

Community & weekends

Places to eat, meet, and unwind around Namugongo.

Parks & recreation

Green space and gentle outdoor play within reach of Namugongo — the spots families with babies and toddlers actually use on a weekend, including school pools, swings and courts opened to the community. Pick a category to see places, pricing and the practical details.

Swings, slides and soft landings — including school playgrounds opened to the community.

Free

Kungu Community Playground

Fenced toddler swings, a small slide and a sandpit on soft, shaded ground.

6 min walkDaily · daylight hours

Toddler swings
Fenced
Shaded

School facilityFrom UGX 3,000 / child

Greenhill Academy — Community Swings

The school opens its playground and swings to neighbourhood families on weekends.

10 min driveSat–Sun · 9am–5pm

Swings & climbers
Supervised
Weekend hours

From UGX 5,000 / child

Lions Gardens Play Corner

Supervised soft-play and messy-play sessions for under-5s, with a parents’ café.

12 min driveTue–Sun · 9am–6pm

Soft-play
Baby-changing
Café

Transport & commute

Door-to-door estimates from a typical address in Namugongo. Peak hours (7–9am, 5–7pm) add 10–20 minutes.

Destination

Car

Boda

Minivan Taxi

Kampala CBD

city centre

25–40 min

20–25 min

35–50 min

Nearest shopping mall

groceries & dining

10–20 min

8–15 min

20–30 min

Entebbe Airport

via the expressway

60–90 min

—

90–120 min

Peak-hour traffic on main roadsSafeBoda & Uber available

Safety & trust

Namugongo is a residential area of greater Kampala. Most incidents are opportunistic — protect yourself by knowing what to watch for.

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General safety

Day to day, Namugongo feels calm. Main roads are busier and better lit; side streets are quieter and dimmer after dark. Most reported incidents are opportunistic — petty theft rather than violent crime.

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Common rental scams in Kampala

Brokers asking for "viewing fees" before showing the property — refuse.
Photos that don't match the actual unit — always view in person before paying.
Pressure to pay the deposit by mobile money the same day — sleep on it first.
No written tenancy agreement — insist on one before any payment.

HomSeeq Trust System

How we mark a listing as trustworthy

Every listing on HomSeeq earns up to five badges. Only listings with at least 3 are visible without filters.

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Verified Listing

Address & landlord confirmed.

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Verified Photos

Taken by our team on-site.

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Price Checked

Within the area's fair range.

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Landlord Verified

ID + ownership confirmed.

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Honest pros & cons

Both sides of the picture. Namugongo is a strong choice for many — but no neighborhood is right for everyone.

Pros

Transparent rent levels — median around UGX 2,470,000/month.
Active rental market — a steady supply of homes across price points in Namugongo.
Workable commute — around 25 minutes to the CBD.
Growing amenities — new shops, cafés, and services opening over time.

Cons