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

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  • čas přidán 7. 06. 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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Komentáře • 254

  • @eyjafjallajokull1099
    @eyjafjallajokull1099 Před 3 lety +47

    I am Rwandan and i approve this message 💯

  • @illuminadi5848
    @illuminadi5848 Před rokem

    Super informative and laid back delivery. Great!

  • @canidaceevans8535
    @canidaceevans8535 Před 2 lety +2

    Thank you Theo very informative

  • @hesire6893
    @hesire6893 Před 3 lety +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  Před 3 lety +1

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

  • @plastichouselady
    @plastichouselady Před 3 lety +3

    Thank you so much for the information! Very helpful!

  • @CalebKimani
    @CalebKimani Před 2 lety +1

    Impressive..will be visiting Rwanda soon

  • @lydian5762
    @lydian5762 Před 3 lety +4

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

    • @theoisback
      @theoisback  Před 3 lety

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

  • @nareene1473
    @nareene1473 Před 2 lety +2

    This was extremely helpful and informative!!

  • @gabestuart3151
    @gabestuart3151 Před 2 lety +2

    Thank you, Theo. This is very useful information.

  • @ebonieriley8309
    @ebonieriley8309 Před 3 lety +2

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

  • @goshenconveyors2478
    @goshenconveyors2478 Před 2 lety +1

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

  • @amhaselassie3608
    @amhaselassie3608 Před 3 lety +18

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

  • @m.a.karakawe7713
    @m.a.karakawe7713 Před 3 lety +5

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

  • @bigk2198
    @bigk2198 Před 3 lety +1

    Very Informative, thanks Bro

  • @mathematical_theology
    @mathematical_theology Před 3 lety +6

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

    • @theoisback
      @theoisback  Před 3 lety

      Thats for watching and for the comment!

  • @ubiatv8391
    @ubiatv8391 Před 3 lety +2

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

  • @angiesilvers2589
    @angiesilvers2589 Před 3 lety +1

    Very informative. Thank you

  • @patrickpierre6425
    @patrickpierre6425 Před rokem

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

  • @leons.287
    @leons.287 Před rokem

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

  • @cetossa
    @cetossa Před 2 lety

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

  • @umarobalde3887
    @umarobalde3887 Před 3 lety +11

    Rwadans making Africans proud every day 🙏🏿❤️

    • @theoisback
      @theoisback  Před 3 lety +3

      yeahh

    • @cetossa
      @cetossa Před 2 lety +1

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

    • @umarobalde3887
      @umarobalde3887 Před 2 lety +2

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

  • @Tech_With_Elisha
    @Tech_With_Elisha Před 3 lety +1

    Proud of you!

  • @jojoko64
    @jojoko64 Před 3 lety +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!

  • @IJUSTWANNAFLYDJIDRONES71
    @IJUSTWANNAFLYDJIDRONES71 Před 3 lety +1

    This was a great video.

  • @plastichouselady
    @plastichouselady Před 3 lety +6

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

  • @NB-gz7ei
    @NB-gz7ei Před 3 lety

    Again, thank you so much.

  • @senit.k5262
    @senit.k5262 Před 3 lety +2

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

  • @AntoineMuhirwa
    @AntoineMuhirwa Před 3 lety +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)

  • @RedScareClair
    @RedScareClair Před 2 lety

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

  • @lesliefountainwilliams5264

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

    • @theoisback
      @theoisback  Před 3 lety

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

  • @junelucas510
    @junelucas510 Před 11 měsíci

    Tank u theo interesting

  • @lizgathu7098
    @lizgathu7098 Před 3 lety +9

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

  • @BeninMamiWata
    @BeninMamiWata Před 3 lety

    Great video

  • @Jnell314
    @Jnell314 Před 2 lety

    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  Před 2 lety

      aah great to hear. You are most welcome to Rwanda

  • @licorice71
    @licorice71 Před 3 lety +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 Před 3 lety +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  Před 3 lety +2

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

    • @lydian5762
      @lydian5762 Před 3 lety

      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.

  • @pettypete616
    @pettypete616 Před 2 lety

    I will be sharing this with my family. 😏💯

  • @eulaleearchibold8906
    @eulaleearchibold8906 Před 3 lety

    very good information on taxes

    • @theoisback
      @theoisback  Před 3 lety +2

      Glad it was helpful!

    • @eulaleearchibold8906
      @eulaleearchibold8906 Před 3 lety

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

  • @AfrikanLifestyle
    @AfrikanLifestyle Před 3 lety +4

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

  • @creekyknee
    @creekyknee Před 3 lety

    Theo, urakoze kubwinama zawe nziza.

  • @joycelynwalker269
    @joycelynwalker269 Před 2 lety +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

  • @neodidi
    @neodidi Před 6 měsíci

    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..

  • @fantak
    @fantak Před 3 lety

    I am your new subscriber

  • @emenikepaul5890
    @emenikepaul5890 Před 3 lety

    thank you so much

  • @WILLIAMALLENAYL-SUCCESS
    @WILLIAMALLENAYL-SUCCESS Před 10 měsíci

    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?

  • @jazzimomm1
    @jazzimomm1 Před 3 lety +1

    😁 just have the 300th like 👍🏾

    • @jazzimomm1
      @jazzimomm1 Před 3 lety

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

    • @theoisback
      @theoisback  Před 3 lety

      Yeaahh 🔥🔥🔥

  • @creekyknee
    @creekyknee Před 2 lety +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  Před 2 lety +1

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

  • @BlackUnicornVlogs
    @BlackUnicornVlogs Před 3 lety +1

    Awesome! More, please❤️💃🏾

    • @theoisback
      @theoisback  Před 3 lety

      More to come!

    • @noorsview8014
      @noorsview8014 Před rokem

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

  • @mariamuhammad2832
    @mariamuhammad2832 Před 2 lety

    Thank you

  • @siraloli4836
    @siraloli4836 Před 3 lety +10

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

    • @theoisback
      @theoisback  Před 3 lety +2

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

    • @siraloli4836
      @siraloli4836 Před 3 lety +1

      @@theoisback I'm considering it lol

    • @deliceigicarim.mugabo880
      @deliceigicarim.mugabo880 Před 3 lety +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!!

  • @lydian5762
    @lydian5762 Před 3 lety +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 Před 3 lety

      I got u

    • @theoisback
      @theoisback  Před 3 lety +1

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

  • @ifyouknewbetteryouddobette492

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

  • @tahafiqi7362
    @tahafiqi7362 Před 2 lety

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

  • @mohammadshabih5293
    @mohammadshabih5293 Před 3 lety

    thank you

  • @jandnoc
    @jandnoc Před 3 lety +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  Před 3 lety +2

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

    • @zinvolverder
      @zinvolverder Před 2 lety +1

      Yes please!

  • @tumurereemmanuel4727
    @tumurereemmanuel4727 Před 3 lety +6

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

  • @frankmazongonda5063
    @frankmazongonda5063 Před 6 měsíci

    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

  • @baltejsingh-qp5pq
    @baltejsingh-qp5pq Před 2 lety +1

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

  • @tanzaniagospel
    @tanzaniagospel Před 3 lety

    Nice

  • @sandrasgotvoice
    @sandrasgotvoice Před 3 lety +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  Před 3 lety +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

  • @chriscrae7766
    @chriscrae7766 Před 3 lety

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

  • @maxhilliard3577
    @maxhilliard3577 Před 3 lety +3

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

  • @wesswood1
    @wesswood1 Před 3 lety

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

  • @senit.k5262
    @senit.k5262 Před 3 lety +1

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

  • @joet.kolubah9501
    @joet.kolubah9501 Před rokem +1

    The prices are in USD or Rwf?

  • @tsindaalpha7583
    @tsindaalpha7583 Před 3 lety +1

    Please give us a tour of your house

    • @theoisback
      @theoisback  Před 3 lety +3

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

  • @peaceandlove5214
    @peaceandlove5214 Před rokem +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.

  • @SEdwards1000
    @SEdwards1000 Před 3 lety +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  Před 3 lety +2

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

    • @SEdwards1000
      @SEdwards1000 Před 3 lety +1

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

  • @Saidoromo2024
    @Saidoromo2024 Před 12 dny

    What is a Residential house 4th floor for families

  • @je8844
    @je8844 Před 3 lety

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

  • @usmanalhassan9045
    @usmanalhassan9045 Před 2 lety

    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  Před 2 lety

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

  • @ria5435
    @ria5435 Před 2 lety

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

  • @favourchuks8534
    @favourchuks8534 Před 2 lety +1

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

  • @foreverspice4464
    @foreverspice4464 Před 3 lety +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.

  • @lsalmon907
    @lsalmon907 Před 4 měsíci

    Is your currency in USD?

  • @natambamusic
    @natambamusic Před 2 lety

    I am coming to Kigali any time

  • @drjacfeer2110
    @drjacfeer2110 Před rokem

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

  • @karamagefrank6534
    @karamagefrank6534 Před 2 lety +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  Před 2 lety +1

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

  • @lesliebrug9278
    @lesliebrug9278 Před 3 lety

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

  • @wasimmohammed3008
    @wasimmohammed3008 Před 2 měsíci

    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

  • @XY-rh3if
    @XY-rh3if Před měsícem

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

  • @Go-Getter
    @Go-Getter Před 2 lety

    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  Před 2 lety

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

  • @kadidon0423
    @kadidon0423 Před 3 měsíci

    How can someone get residence approval or live in Rwanda ?

  • @sandracreary4377
    @sandracreary4377 Před 10 měsíci

    Is that US dollars?

  • @ria5435
    @ria5435 Před 2 lety

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

  • @zinvolverder
    @zinvolverder Před 3 lety +1

    Vu que le plastic est interdit où mettre nos déchets?

    • @theoisback
      @theoisback  Před 3 lety +1

      english?

    • @cetossa
      @cetossa Před 2 lety

      @@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 🤔)

  • @Patrickamani92
    @Patrickamani92 Před 3 lety

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

  • @yongeric8492
    @yongeric8492 Před 2 lety

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

    • @theoisback
      @theoisback  Před 2 lety

      at this moment, its start from 25$ a month

  • @geraldorangel2210
    @geraldorangel2210 Před rokem

    São Paulo " Brazil

  • @KingdomSeekers2017
    @KingdomSeekers2017 Před 3 lety

    How much are the vision apartment going per month.

    • @theoisback
      @theoisback  Před 3 lety +2

      anywhere between $800 - $4000 a month

  • @cisseoumar7919
    @cisseoumar7919 Před 2 lety

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

  • @modamedo7799
    @modamedo7799 Před rokem

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

  • @lakshmareddyjedda9152
    @lakshmareddyjedda9152 Před 3 lety +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  Před 3 lety +1

      good question, I have no idea :/

  • @aabay1677
    @aabay1677 Před 3 lety +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  Před 3 lety

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

    • @zinvolverder
      @zinvolverder Před 2 lety

      How are you doing? Installed in rw?

  • @leleg3046
    @leleg3046 Před 2 lety +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. 😉

  • @zinvolverder
    @zinvolverder Před 2 lety

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

  • @lemongrab___
    @lemongrab___ Před 4 měsíci

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

    • @everything250rw
      @everything250rw Před 3 měsíci +1

      I assure you, its best among bests with security.

    • @lemongrab___
      @lemongrab___ Před 3 měsíci +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 Před 3 měsíci +1

      @@lemongrab___ Worry not

  • @joycegoodwin4116
    @joycegoodwin4116 Před 2 lety

    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

  • @malikaalhark1922
    @malikaalhark1922 Před 2 lety

    Is there a way to get a loan to buy a home in Rwanda?

    • @theoisback
      @theoisback  Před 2 lety

      yeah there is . but its not cheap

  • @AK-hj6kx
    @AK-hj6kx Před rokem

    Is a $100,000 enough to buy good real estate in a good area?

  • @upeshalakmali1910
    @upeshalakmali1910 Před 2 lety

    Hello i'am sri lankan .how to apply ruwanda jobs.please help.