On last month
Not available
On a year ago
From Sept 2027
Reconstructed
Rebuilt from listings archived at the time. First month under this method.
NIGERIA PROPERTY CENTRE RENT INDEX · SEPTEMBER 2026 RELEASE
1 bedroom rent in Abuja, Nigeria Property Centre Rent Index
Median yearly asking rent for 1 bedroom flats and houses across Abuja, from listings live on any day of the month, or first published in it.
Median yearly rent · September 2026
₦4.2M
/year
Typical: ₦2.7M–₦6.4M
Half of listings asked between these two rents.
Reconstructed
Reconstructed
September 2026 was worked out after the month ended, from listings archived at the time, so the series starts on the new method.
- On last month
- Not available
- First month under this method
- On a year ago
- Available from September 2027
- First month under this method: Sept 2026
- Listings
- 503
- Live on any day of Sept 2026, or first published in it
- Month covered
- September 2026
- 1–30 Sep 2026
- Released
- 11 Oct 2026
- Next release: 4 Nov 2026
MEDIAN YEARLY RENT
Monthly figure since September 2026
Median
Typical range
Previous method
Sept 2026
Previous method
On last month
Median
₦4.2M
Typical range
₦2.7M–₦6.4M
On last month
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2012–Aug 2026: previous method, shown for context
Method changedMethod changed, Sept 2026
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₦697.8K
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| September 2026 Latest | ₦4.2M | ₦2.7M–₦6.4M | 503 | Not available | From Sept 2027 | 11 Oct 2026 |
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| August 2026 Previous method | ₦3.6M | Not published | — | Not comparable | Not comparable | Sept 2026 | Previous method: median asking price of listings created in the previous six months. Not comparable with later months. | |
Method changed, Sept 2026. No change is worked out across this line.
August 2026
Released Sept 2026 · Previous method
₦3.6M
On last monthNot comparable
On a year agoNot comparable
BREAKDOWN · SEPTEMBER 2026
Rent in Abuja by size, type and area
By bedrooms Flats by bedrooms Houses by bedrooms
Localities in Abuja Localities in Abuja, flats and houses, all sizes
Flats and houses, all sizes · 52 localities| Locality | Figure | Typical range | On last month | Listings | Labels |
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| Jahi | ₦12.3M | ₦8.4M–₦20.1M | Not available | 600 |
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| Katampe | ₦12.6M | ₦8.1M–₦19.6M | Not available | 587 |
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| Guzape District | ₦18.8M | ₦12.9M–₦28.6M | Not available | 574 |
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| Maitama District | ₦41.7M | ₦22.1M–₦58.2M | Not available | 554 |
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| Asokoro District | ₦23.9M | ₦15M–₦40.3M | Not available | 494 |
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| Gwarinpa | ₦6.9M | ₦4.6M–₦12.2M | Not available | 383 |
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| Jabi | ₦18M | ₦12.1M–₦28.7M | Not available | 356 |
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| Wuse 2 | ₦21.4M | ₦13.1M–₦40.8M | Not available | 336 |
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| Life Camp | ₦7.8M | ₦5.3M–₦12.3M | Not available | 326 |
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| Wuye | ₦13.8M | ₦7.9M–₦21.9M | Not available | 294 |
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| Mabushi | ₦11.7M | ₦8.2M–₦18.9M | Not available | 250 |
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| Apo | ₦9.7M | ₦6M–₦12M | Not available | 196 |
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| Lugbe District | ₦5.5M | ₦3.7M–₦8M | Not available | 188 |
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| Garki | ₦8.4M | ₦6.2M–₦20.8M | Not available | 183 |
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| Galadimawa | ₦6.9M | ₦5.1M–₦9.8M | Not available | 150 |
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| Kubwa | ₦3.9M | ₦2.8M–₦5.5M | Not available | 126 |
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| Lokogoma District | ₦5.8M | ₦4.4M–₦8M | Not available | 124 |
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| Kado | ₦13M | ₦9.2M–₦20.8M | Not available | 122 |
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| Wuse | ₦10.7M | ₦7.7M–₦28.5M | Not available | 121 |
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| Durumi | ₦6.9M | ₦5.1M–₦10.3M | Not available | 114 |
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| Utako | ₦10.4M | ₦7.4M–₦18.4M | Not available | 108 |
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| Gaduwa | ₦6.5M | ₦5M–₦10M | Not available | 86 |
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| Kaura | ₦7.3M | ₦5.4M–₦10.2M | Not available | 74 |
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| Idu Industrial | ₦7.1M | ₦5.8M–₦10.1M | Not available | 55 |
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| Dakwo | ₦6.5M | ₦4.9M–₦7.8M | Not available | 39 |
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| Gudu | ₦10.7M | ₦8.7M–₦13.7M | Not available | 38 |
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| Kukwaba | ₦15.9M | ₦7.9M–₦22.1M | Not available | 25 |
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| Karsana | ₦8M | ₦6.9M–₦12.2M | Not available | 24 |
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| Karu | ₦2.1M | ₦1.5M–₦2.7M | Not available | 24 |
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| Dutse | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for September 2026
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| Jikwoyi | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for September 2026
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| Karmo | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for September 2026
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| Bwari | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for September 2026
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| Wumba | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for September 2026
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| Mbora (Nbora) | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for September 2026
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| Dakibiyu | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for September 2026
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| Gwagwalada | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for September 2026
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| Orozo | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for September 2026
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| Dawaki | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for September 2026
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| Mpape | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for September 2026
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| Kurudu | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for September 2026
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| Diplomatic Zones | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for September 2026
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| Kafe | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for September 2026
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| Mararaba | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for September 2026
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| Kyami | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for September 2026
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| Kuje | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for September 2026
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| Central Business District | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for September 2026
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| Nyanya | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for September 2026
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| Dape | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for September 2026
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| Kabusa | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for September 2026
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| Kagini | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for September 2026
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| Dei-Dei | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for September 2026
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Jahi ₦8.4M–₦20.1M · 600 listings₦12.3M Not available
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Katampe ₦8.1M–₦19.6M · 587 listings₦12.6M Not available
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Guzape District ₦12.9M–₦28.6M · 574 listings₦18.8M Not available
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Maitama District ₦22.1M–₦58.2M · 554 listings₦41.7M Not available
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Asokoro District ₦15M–₦40.3M · 494 listings₦23.9M Not available
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Gwarinpa ₦4.6M–₦12.2M · 383 listings₦6.9M Not available
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Jabi ₦12.1M–₦28.7M · 356 listings₦18M Not available
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Wuse 2 ₦13.1M–₦40.8M · 336 listings₦21.4M Not available
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Life Camp ₦5.3M–₦12.3M · 326 listings₦7.8M Not available
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Wuye ₦7.9M–₦21.9M · 294 listings₦13.8M Not available
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Mabushi ₦8.2M–₦18.9M · 250 listings₦11.7M Not available
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Apo ₦6M–₦12M · 196 listings₦9.7M Not available
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Lugbe District ₦3.7M–₦8M · 188 listings₦5.5M Not available
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Garki ₦6.2M–₦20.8M · 183 listings₦8.4M Not available
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Galadimawa ₦5.1M–₦9.8M · 150 listings₦6.9M Not available
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Kubwa ₦2.8M–₦5.5M · 126 listings₦3.9M Not available
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Lokogoma District ₦4.4M–₦8M · 124 listings₦5.8M Not available
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Kado ₦9.2M–₦20.8M · 122 listings₦13M Not available
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Wuse ₦7.7M–₦28.5M · 121 listings₦10.7M Not available
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Durumi ₦5.1M–₦10.3M · 114 listings₦6.9M Not available
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Utako ₦7.4M–₦18.4M · 108 listings₦10.4M Not available
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Live listings, not part of the index
View all 286 listings
Listings today
286 1 bedroom flats and houses for rent in Abuja are listed right now.
Cheapest live listing
1
₦250,000
Detached bungalow for rent
One Room in a Very Neat Compound
Cajaah Estate, Opposite Federal Treasury Academy, Orozo, Diplomatic Zones, Abuja
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1
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Williamson Exclusive Foresight Limited
Priciest live listing
Premium
9
$30,000
Mini flat (room and parlour) for rent
Luxury and Brand New One Bedroom Flat
Luxury Furnished 1, 2 & 3 Bedroom Apartments for Lease Location: Maitama - Abuja Experience premium living in the heart of Abuja -- Maitama, one of the most prestigious districts in the city. These exquisitely finished, fully furnished 1, 2, and 3 bedroom apartments offer unmatched comfort, elegance, and convenience, with close proximity to embassies, corporate offices, fine dining, shopping malls, and major city landmarks. Property Features: - Fully furnished with high-end, modern finishing - Spacious en-suite bedrooms - Fully fitted contemporary kitchen - Elevator access - 24/7 concierge service - Residents' lounge - Fully equipped sports/fitness center - Swimming pool - Secure underground parking - 24/7 security & power supply Perfect for diplomats, corporate executives, expatriates, and luxury seekers looking for comfort and prestige in a prime location. 1 Bed: $45k 2 Bed: $65k 3 Bed: $85k
Maitama District, Abuja
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Asking prices on live listings change through the month and are not used to work out the index figures above.
Frequently asked
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What is the median yearly rent for 1 bedroom flats and houses in Abuja?
The median yearly rent for 1 bedroom flats and houses in Abuja is ₦4.2M a year, according to the Nigeria Property Centre Rent Index, September 2026 release.
What is the typical range for 1 bedroom flats and houses in Abuja?
Half of the listings counted in September 2026 asked between ₦2.7M and ₦6.4M a year.
How many 1 bedroom flats and houses in Abuja are listed now?
There are 286 1 bedroom flats and houses for rent in Abuja listed right now on Nigeria Property Centre.
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