How To Find A House In Kigali Rwanda |PART 1| Rent, Utilities, Property taxes

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  • Опубликовано: 25 июн 2024
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    Finding a house you call home is not always easy or straight forward here in Rwanda. In this video, I will share with you:
    How to find a house
    House prices for renting or buying
    AND Monthly utility costs, such as electricity, water, taxes etc
    Time stamps:
    0:00 Intro
    1:53 How to find a house
    2:10 [1] Through a ‘professional’ or regular broker
    4:05 [2] Through Facebook groups
    5:36 [3] Walk-in-neighborhoods
    6:37 House prices renting
    8:37 House prices buying
    9:09 Utilities
    10:10 Property taxes
    11:04 Building value taxes
    12:54 Answering questions from Patrons
    17:25 My house situation
    19:15 The next video
    Enjoy
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Комментарии • 254

  • @eyjafjallajokull1099
    @eyjafjallajokull1099 3 года назад +47

    I am Rwandan and i approve this message 💯

  • @hesire6893
    @hesire6893 3 года назад +27

    Thanks Theo! Found you through Unapologetic Nomads. Hope your business gets up and running again. Looking forward to the commercial property video (renting or buying commercial property).

    • @theoisback
      @theoisback  3 года назад +1

      Welcome aboard! Thanks for the idea, I will look into it

  • @amhaselassie3608
    @amhaselassie3608 3 года назад +18

    Can you do a segment on supermarkets and other kinds of markets in Rwanda?

  • @illuminadi5848
    @illuminadi5848 Год назад

    Super informative and laid back delivery. Great!

  • @umarobalde3887
    @umarobalde3887 3 года назад +11

    Rwadans making Africans proud every day 🙏🏿❤️

    • @theoisback
      @theoisback  3 года назад +3

      yeahh

    • @cetossa
      @cetossa 3 года назад +1

      You'll do the same very soon, isn't it? 😉
      Bro Umaro
      (I am from Cameroon, living in France). A woman

    • @umarobalde3887
      @umarobalde3887 3 года назад +2

      @@cetossa yes sir !!!
      I am from Guinea Bissau..not just my country but hopefully all Africa

  • @lydian5762
    @lydian5762 3 года назад +4

    Theo, thanx man you never dissapoint. Short, sweet, and to the point. Keep it up.

    • @theoisback
      @theoisback  3 года назад

      Glad you to hear it was short. 😁 I was worried it was maybe to0 long 😅✅

  • @canidaceevans8535
    @canidaceevans8535 2 года назад +2

    Thank you Theo very informative

  • @plastichouselady
    @plastichouselady 3 года назад +3

    Thank you so much for the information! Very helpful!

  • @leons.287
    @leons.287 Год назад

    I'm from Germany and I'm planing to visit Rwanda for at least half an year. Your work is very helpful, thank you!

  • @mathematical_theology
    @mathematical_theology 3 года назад +6

    This is a very well articulated, thought out, and detailed oriented video. Peace!

    • @theoisback
      @theoisback  3 года назад

      Thats for watching and for the comment!

  • @licorice71
    @licorice71 3 года назад +16

    I’m Rwandan and I too approve this message. You always come through with the best informative videos . $150??? How? Where can I get that deal!? In nyarutarama

    • @BeninMamiWata
      @BeninMamiWata 3 года назад +1

      I live in Nyarutarama. You can find a place that cheap only in the shack areas here. 1 bedroom apartments tend to start around $500 and go up steeply after that. You can rent rooms without kitchen/living rooms for $300-$400

    • @theoisback
      @theoisback  3 года назад +2

      Thnx! Yeah, you gotta hustle hard to get something like this, but they exist!

    • @lydian5762
      @lydian5762 3 года назад

      It is possible, for a long time we were renting rooms at 150$/month and the room has it's own full bathroom. you just share the parking lot, kitchen and living room and that was in Kibagabaga.

  • @ebonieriley8309
    @ebonieriley8309 3 года назад +2

    You give the most complete info on buying & renting....THANK YOU

  • @nareene1473
    @nareene1473 2 года назад +2

    This was extremely helpful and informative!!

  • @m.a.karakawe7713
    @m.a.karakawe7713 3 года назад +5

    Your video is very well done.
    It's packed with informative facts and figures.

  • @goshenconveyors2478
    @goshenconveyors2478 2 года назад +1

    You're real, frank and open. Keep it up!

  • @Gasst1351
    @Gasst1351 2 года назад +2

    Thank you, Theo. This is very useful information.

  • @bigk2198
    @bigk2198 3 года назад +1

    Very Informative, thanks Bro

  • @angiesilvers2589
    @angiesilvers2589 3 года назад +1

    Very informative. Thank you

  • @lizgathu7098
    @lizgathu7098 3 года назад +9

    Hi Theo, I am glad I bumped into you videos. Please do a video on best neighborhoods to rent for expats.....thanks.

  • @ubiatv8391
    @ubiatv8391 3 года назад +2

    Thanks bro. Good information. Taxes help to pave roads etc

  • @CalebKimani
    @CalebKimani 2 года назад +1

    Impressive..will be visiting Rwanda soon

  • @cetossa
    @cetossa 3 года назад

    Thanks a lot! 👏👏👏👏👏👏
    Of course, i am interested too...
    Wait and see. ☺️

  • @patrickpierre6425
    @patrickpierre6425 Год назад

    Thanks for sharing such great info. I am definitely interested in visiting and investing in Kigali…

  • @jojoko64
    @jojoko64 3 года назад +6

    Your information is always thorough and appreciated as the landscape changes.
    Can you consider creating a all thing Rwanda "Rwanda Travel Guide", hard copy on your website,, Amazon, Kindle and other online book platforms.
    Asante!

    • @theoisback
      @theoisback  3 года назад +1

      sure, thank for the idea.

  • @joycelynwalker269
    @joycelynwalker269 3 года назад +5

    I'm planning my trip this year to Rwanda. As a retiree. Looking for something not too big, but livable and comfortable. Love yard space to put my hands in soil. But most of all safety. Love and light. Keep sharing the information for many are ready to return. Peace and love

  • @Tech_With_Elisha
    @Tech_With_Elisha 3 года назад +1

    Proud of you!

  • @IJUSTWANNAFLYDJIDRONES71
    @IJUSTWANNAFLYDJIDRONES71 3 года назад +1

    This was a great video.

  • @NB-gz7ei
    @NB-gz7ei 3 года назад

    Again, thank you so much.

  • @senit.k5262
    @senit.k5262 3 года назад +2

    Thank u. Moving after 5 month. 4m Canada. In love with rewanda. Was their 2 years ago stayed for 3 month.

  • @plastichouselady
    @plastichouselady 3 года назад +6

    I just saw my question pop up! Gave me a good laugh!

  • @AntoineMuhirwa
    @AntoineMuhirwa 3 года назад +1

    Heel erg bedankt, Theos. That's right.... We should catch up soon. I am a Rwandan who lived in Dutch land (Deventer and Rotterdam)

  • @BeninMamiWata
    @BeninMamiWata 3 года назад

    Great video

  • @lesliefountainwilliams5264
    @lesliefountainwilliams5264 3 года назад +4

    You provide invaluable information,, without all the fluff. Thank you. How do I patreon subscribe?

    • @theoisback
      @theoisback  3 года назад

      Thank you!
      Please do: www.patreon.com/theomutesa

  • @Jnell432
    @Jnell432 2 года назад

    Thanks for sharing my brother you have a new subscriber here in the comments. This is so helpful that way I can compare the cost of living between Rwanda and Ghana. Because I will be headed to the continent in April. And Rwanda has always been my first choice. I been to Nigeria before. Again thanks for this information

    • @theoisback
      @theoisback  2 года назад

      aah great to hear. You are most welcome to Rwanda

  • @junelucas510
    @junelucas510 Год назад

    Tank u theo interesting

  • @lydian5762
    @lydian5762 3 года назад +7

    The problem with vision city is that it is grossly overpriced even for an ex-pat. For 200k$ ( for the house, I believe the apartments are selling for 60k).I can build the same 2 or 3 houses else where and have wayyyy more space but I will not have the tennis courts, maybe not the nicely paved road with sidewalks and that level of security. They do make a good investment property if you can secure long term rental of over 1500$US/month. I debated for a while about purchasing a property there but I can now say confidently is that as an ex-pat I'd buy it as an investment property and have a second small property build most likely outside of Kigali that will be my vacation spot and it will not be more than 2 bedrooms with self-contained bathrooms. Keeping it as simple as possible and not spending over 30K for the land and the building.

    • @patrickverified
      @patrickverified 3 года назад

      I got u

    • @theoisback
      @theoisback  3 года назад +1

      yes indeed, its possible! But for some people, vision city is exactly what they need.

  • @eulaleearchibold8906
    @eulaleearchibold8906 3 года назад

    very good information on taxes

    • @theoisback
      @theoisback  3 года назад +2

      Glad it was helpful!

    • @eulaleearchibold8906
      @eulaleearchibold8906 3 года назад

      @@theoisback are the taxes paid yearly or monthly. If monthly, is there an option to pay yearly.

  • @pettypete616
    @pettypete616 2 года назад

    I will be sharing this with my family. 😏💯

  • @RedScareClair
    @RedScareClair 2 года назад

    Did you ever do a part 2?? I'm searching now. Haven't noticed it yet

  • @siraloli4836
    @siraloli4836 3 года назад +10

    Theo can you do a video on some home building construction companies in Rwanda ☺️

    • @theoisback
      @theoisback  3 года назад +2

      hahha, would you like to build house?
      I can look into it if there is more need for that kinda content.

    • @siraloli4836
      @siraloli4836 3 года назад +1

      @@theoisback I'm considering it lol

    • @deliceigicarim.mugabo880
      @deliceigicarim.mugabo880 3 года назад +1

      @@theoisback I'm helping my mom build her house in Rwanda, I really don't know what I'm doing and can't tell when people are telling the truth or lying!!! Please help!!

  • @AfrikanLifestyle
    @AfrikanLifestyle 3 года назад +4

    Great info Theo, I have experienced everything so far except the "professional" broker.

    • @theoisback
      @theoisback  3 года назад

      hahah, you know the hustle 😁

  • @jazzimomm1
    @jazzimomm1 3 года назад +1

    😁 just have the 300th like 👍🏾

    • @jazzimomm1
      @jazzimomm1 3 года назад

      Just found your channel and I'm very excited to learn more ☺️✌🏾

    • @theoisback
      @theoisback  3 года назад

      Yeaahh 🔥🔥🔥

  • @fantak
    @fantak 3 года назад

    I am your new subscriber

  • @creekyknee
    @creekyknee 3 года назад

    Theo, urakoze kubwinama zawe nziza.

  • @emenikepaul5890
    @emenikepaul5890 3 года назад

    thank you so much

  • @BlackUnicornVlogs
    @BlackUnicornVlogs 3 года назад +1

    Awesome! More, please❤️💃🏾

    • @theoisback
      @theoisback  3 года назад

      More to come!

    • @noorsview8014
      @noorsview8014 Год назад

      Hello,I want to know about Rwanda from a native Rwandanian .Can you help me?

  • @ifyouknewbetteryouddobette492
    @ifyouknewbetteryouddobette492 3 года назад +2

    Jumia Rwanda is also an excellent website to find real estate!!!!

  • @neodidi
    @neodidi 7 месяцев назад

    Hi Theo.. Has your rent changed over the years in the location or still same?
    I enjoyed the video.. Filled with so much info I must say..

  • @mariamuhammad2832
    @mariamuhammad2832 2 года назад

    Thank you

  • @tumurereemmanuel4727
    @tumurereemmanuel4727 3 года назад +6

    100% Well Explained, let next video be "How to make much money in Kigali"

  • @mohammadshabih5293
    @mohammadshabih5293 3 года назад

    thank you

  • @peaceandlove5214
    @peaceandlove5214 Год назад +1

    I'm applying to study Law in Rwanda.
    2 of my friends are living there and they gave me a positive opinion about Rwanda but I'm googling all the time.
    I can't wait to get there.

  • @tahafiqi7362
    @tahafiqi7362 2 года назад

    good job bro 👍
    Egyptian man say hi to Rwanda. .

  • @WILLIAMALLENAYL-SUCCESS
    @WILLIAMALLENAYL-SUCCESS 11 месяцев назад

    Hello my brother,as we enjoy your posts, & all the information you give us. We are very interested in moving to Kigali, Rawanda, within the next few months, we need to look at what have available?

  • @jandnoc
    @jandnoc 3 года назад +4

    Hello, could you make a video or dedicate a few minuets talking about shipping? Like your experience ordering things online and also about buying furniture.

    • @theoisback
      @theoisback  3 года назад +2

      hhmn, good idea. My experience is more in shipping than shopping online, but I will look into it.

    • @zinvolverder
      @zinvolverder 3 года назад +1

      Yes please!

  • @leleg3046
    @leleg3046 2 года назад +1

    Making noise, does kids play outside, you can't play you music in your home? Sometimes, when I'm in my music feeling, I turn my music up at home and I'm in America and in an apartment and no one bothers me. 😉

  • @tanzaniagospel
    @tanzaniagospel 3 года назад

    Nice

  • @karamagefrank6534
    @karamagefrank6534 2 года назад +2

    How much would a self contained house cost :-
    Washroom
    King size bed
    Dining room with fridge .etc
    I would need it for one month

    • @theoisback
      @theoisback  2 года назад +1

      Depends on area, number of bedrooms and distance to city center.....

  • @creekyknee
    @creekyknee 2 года назад +4

    Thanks Theo for this very helpful and informative video. This is not a property related question, sorry. What kind of vehicle would you recommend ? I know that it rains a lot in Rwanda so do you think that you need a 4X4 or would a normal saloon type car be ok ? From what I've seen transport is relatively expensive compared to other normal living costs. And cars and 4 wheel drives seem to be expensive. Can you get away with just a normal car or are you going to have problems during rainy season.

    • @theoisback
      @theoisback  2 года назад +1

      Any car will work over here. Especially if you reside in Kigali mostly. However, high cars like 4x4's are more advisable.

  • @wesswood1
    @wesswood1 3 года назад

    I’ve never met another Theo... and I have locs too 😂

  • @senit.k5262
    @senit.k5262 3 года назад +1

    When u say one bedroom appt. That includes your own kitchen and washroom

  • @favourchuks8534
    @favourchuks8534 2 года назад +1

    Sorry but I’m moving to Rwanda , let’s go!!!

  • @frankmazongonda5063
    @frankmazongonda5063 7 месяцев назад

    hello Theo thanks for opening this educative channel would like to know if there are jobs for semi skilled immigrants in Rwanda both urban and peri urban

  • @tsindaalpha7583
    @tsindaalpha7583 3 года назад +1

    Please give us a tour of your house

    • @theoisback
      @theoisback  3 года назад +3

      hmnn... sure let me clean up first 😁🙏🏾😅

  • @sandrasgotvoice
    @sandrasgotvoice 3 года назад +3

    Hi Theo! Question: Do any of the houses have electric stoves, instead of cooking gas? Have you seen any all-electric homes??

    • @theoisback
      @theoisback  3 года назад +3

      Not that I know of, because electricity supply is not constant here. But I'm sure some people import electric stoves. All-electric homes are a thing of the future here

  • @natambamusic
    @natambamusic 2 года назад

    I am coming to Kigali any time

  • @baltejsingh-qp5pq
    @baltejsingh-qp5pq 2 года назад +1

    Hey ., great knowledge i am a little confused were you talking about USD or any rwanda currency. Sorry i am not familiar

  • @chriscrae7766
    @chriscrae7766 3 года назад

    What’s the name of the song that plays in your intro?

    • @theoisback
      @theoisback  3 года назад

      it's from Intayoberana troupe

  • @SEdwards1000
    @SEdwards1000 3 года назад +5

    I am unable to find in my own tourist visa information. My question is: after the initial 90 days Tourist expires ..what tourist visa options are available in Rwanda? Thank you 😊 new sub!👍

    • @theoisback
      @theoisback  3 года назад +2

      welcome!
      You can extend your tourist visa. You just have to accompany it with a reason :)

    • @SEdwards1000
      @SEdwards1000 3 года назад +1

      @@theoisback Thank you! I wish I could find more info online. I appreciate your help!

  • @maxhilliard3577
    @maxhilliard3577 3 года назад +3

    Theo are the prices you list in this video in Rwandan Francs?

  • @wasimmohammed3008
    @wasimmohammed3008 2 месяца назад

    How does this compare to other African countries. Is Ghana better for cost and standard of living? What is the best place to live in Africa? Thanks

  • @geraldorangel2210
    @geraldorangel2210 Год назад

    São Paulo " Brazil

  • @joet.kolubah9501
    @joet.kolubah9501 Год назад +1

    The prices are in USD or Rwf?

  • @ria5435
    @ria5435 2 года назад

    Ahh!here when you have bought house it's yours and we pay only rates bills

  • @ria5435
    @ria5435 2 года назад

    I wanted to come,am discouraged with the taxes l on my bought house

  • @je8844
    @je8844 3 года назад

    Im planning to move to kigali for work. My budget is exactly that. Please share one bedroom apartments with wifi etc and in Nyarutarama

  • @cisseoumar7919
    @cisseoumar7919 2 года назад

    That's amazing 150$ for 1 bed room appartement in an expensive neighborhood. Amazing.

  • @foreverspice4464
    @foreverspice4464 3 года назад +2

    What I could not get with the quotations of the prices that you gave was whether you were referring to US dollars or Rwanda French Francs.

  • @Saidoromo2024
    @Saidoromo2024 Месяц назад

    What is a Residential house 4th floor for families

  • @lesliebrug9278
    @lesliebrug9278 3 года назад

    Is Rwanda a high altitude country.
    And what is the average temperature there.

    • @theoisback
      @theoisback  3 года назад

      yes, it's around 22 year-round

  • @drjacfeer2110
    @drjacfeer2110 Год назад

    I'm a foreigner and I'm wondering if Kigsli is safe?

  • @usmanalhassan9045
    @usmanalhassan9045 2 года назад

    Hi Theo o hope i would I could get a reply from this question. Is there any schools or organisation that's thought skills (carpentry, building, phone repair,e.t.c)

    • @theoisback
      @theoisback  2 года назад

      hi yes there are, but they are not easy to find as most of them are not listed online

  • @XY-rh3if
    @XY-rh3if Месяц назад

    Can a foreiners obtain residency based on merely purchasing a personal home in Rwanda?

  • @lsalmon907
    @lsalmon907 5 месяцев назад

    Is your currency in USD?

  • @Go-Getter
    @Go-Getter 2 года назад

    Hello, are there any term limits when you buy property in Rwanda? For instance in Ghana non citizens own property for 50 years and citizens own for 99 years

    • @theoisback
      @theoisback  2 года назад

      yeah, same here. bUt you can renew it fairly easily

  • @KingdomSeekers2017
    @KingdomSeekers2017 3 года назад

    How much are the vision apartment going per month.

    • @theoisback
      @theoisback  3 года назад +2

      anywhere between $800 - $4000 a month

  • @lakshmareddyjedda9152
    @lakshmareddyjedda9152 3 года назад +1

    I'm planning to move to goma DRC, how I can find house there?? And cost of living in goma... Plz help anyone

    • @theoisback
      @theoisback  3 года назад +1

      good question, I have no idea :/

  • @Patrickamani92
    @Patrickamani92 3 года назад

    Can I get the website or name I can such on the Facebook

  • @kadidon0423
    @kadidon0423 4 месяца назад

    How can someone get residence approval or live in Rwanda ?

  • @zinvolverder
    @zinvolverder 3 года назад +1

    Vu que le plastic est interdit où mettre nos déchets?

    • @theoisback
      @theoisback  3 года назад +1

      english?

    • @cetossa
      @cetossa 3 года назад

      @@theoisback this is French language...
      He is wondering about plastic bags that are forbidden now, and ask you how to replace them (I am not an anglophone speaking myself Theo... New follower 🤔)

  • @aabay1677
    @aabay1677 3 года назад +1

    I am planing to move to rwanda next month but what is chainged because of covid please what is expected from me since i am moving with my kids i really need to know thanks

    • @theoisback
      @theoisback  3 года назад

      Please check travel.rbc.gov.rw/travel/

    • @zinvolverder
      @zinvolverder 3 года назад

      How are you doing? Installed in rw?

  • @yongeric8492
    @yongeric8492 2 года назад

    How cheap or expensive are unlimited internet subscription services in Rwanda?

    • @theoisback
      @theoisback  2 года назад

      at this moment, its start from 25$ a month

  • @motowninvestor
    @motowninvestor 3 года назад

    What about hot water?

    • @theoisback
      @theoisback  3 года назад +1

      That is something you have install separately .

    • @motowninvestor
      @motowninvestor 3 года назад

      @@theoisback Okay, no problem.

  • @modamedo7799
    @modamedo7799 Год назад

    I am looking for a small one room house for one person for rent can you help me?

  • @tahafiqi7362
    @tahafiqi7362 2 года назад +1

    so brother if i want live nice life need around 350 or 500 dollars American. 😊not bad ..

  • @sandracreary4377
    @sandracreary4377 11 месяцев назад

    Is that US dollars?

  • @zinvolverder
    @zinvolverder 3 года назад

    Where are the *good neighborhoods for diaspora/foreigners? Kibagabaga?

  • @joycegoodwin4116
    @joycegoodwin4116 3 года назад

    I would love to know how much would I pay for a 2bedroom 2 bath home with 1 / 3 acre of land with fruit trees thanks PEACE LOVE & BLESSINGS JOYCE

  • @tsindaalpha7583
    @tsindaalpha7583 3 года назад +1

    "Umu commissionnaire"

  • @lemongrab___
    @lemongrab___ 4 месяца назад

    Hi Theo. How is security in Rwanda/Kigali? Particularly for a single woman? Thank you 🙏🏽

    • @everything250rw
      @everything250rw 4 месяца назад +1

      I assure you, its best among bests with security.

    • @lemongrab___
      @lemongrab___ 4 месяца назад +1

      @@everything250rw I hope that this is true. I'm a "femme libérée" (and Rwandan genetically). I hope it will feel home. (My fan is super excited but I worry that I'm too weird for home... 😅)

    • @everything250rw
      @everything250rw 4 месяца назад +1

      @@lemongrab___ Worry not