Residential Real Estate Leases - Uganda

  • Uganda
  • The Residential Real Estate Leases market market in Uganda is projected to reach a revenue of US$11.68bn in 2024.
  • House Leases dominate the market with a projected market volume of US$8.44bn in the same year.
  • The market is expected to show an annual growth rate (CAGR 2024-2028) of 10.14%, resulting in a market volume of US$17.19bn by 2028.
  • The demand for residential real estate leases in Uganda has been steadily increasing due to a growing middle class and urbanization.

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Analyst Opinion

The Residential Real Estate Leases market in Uganda is experiencing steady growth due to various factors.

Customer preferences:
Customers in Uganda have shown a preference for residential real estate leases due to the flexibility and affordability they offer. Renting a property allows individuals to have a place to live without the long-term commitment and financial burden of purchasing a home. Additionally, many people in Uganda prefer to live in urban areas close to their workplaces, schools, and other amenities, making residential leases an attractive option.

Trends in the market:
One of the key trends in the residential real estate leases market in Uganda is the increasing demand for rental properties. The country's growing population, urbanization, and rising middle class have contributed to this trend. As more people move to urban areas in search of better job opportunities and a higher standard of living, the demand for rental properties has increased. This has led to a rise in construction activities and the development of new residential complexes and apartment buildings. Another trend in the market is the emergence of co-living spaces. With the increasing cost of living and limited housing options in urban areas, many individuals are opting to share living spaces with others to reduce costs. Co-living spaces provide affordable accommodation options and often come with shared amenities such as kitchens, living areas, and communal spaces. This trend has gained popularity among young professionals and students who are looking for affordable and convenient housing solutions.

Local special circumstances:
Uganda has a rapidly growing population, with a large percentage of the population being young and in need of affordable housing options. The government has recognized this need and has implemented various policies and initiatives to promote the development of affordable housing. These initiatives include tax incentives for real estate developers, streamlined approval processes for construction projects, and the provision of land for housing development.

Underlying macroeconomic factors:
The growth of the residential real estate leases market in Uganda is also supported by favorable macroeconomic factors. The country has experienced stable economic growth in recent years, which has led to an increase in disposable incomes and improved living standards. This has created a demand for better housing options, driving the growth of the residential real estate market. Additionally, Uganda has a relatively stable political environment, which has attracted foreign direct investment in the real estate sector. International investors see the potential in the Ugandan market and are investing in the development of residential properties. This influx of investment has further fueled the growth of the residential real estate leases market. In conclusion, the residential real estate leases market in Uganda is experiencing growth due to customer preferences for flexible and affordable housing options, the increasing demand for rental properties, the emergence of co-living spaces, government initiatives to promote affordable housing, and favorable macroeconomic factors such as stable economic growth and political stability.

Methodology

Data coverage:

Figures are based on total and average revenue of residential apartment leases.

Modeling approach:

Market size is determined by a bottom-up approach. We use national statistics, international organizations, and industry associations to analyze the markets. To estimate the market size for each country individually, we use relevant key market indicators and data from country specific industry associations such as GDP, price level index, household wealth, household size, number of renter and owner households, housing consumer spending per capita.

Forecasts:

We use a variety of forecasting techniques, depending on the behavior of the market, for instance, exponential trend smoothing. The main drivers are GDP per capita, population, number of renter and owner households, price level index, housing consumer spending per capita.

Additional Notes:

Data is modeled using current exchange rates. The market is updated twice per year in case market dynamics change. The impacts of the Russia-Ukraine war considered at a country-specific level.

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