On last month
+3.7%
On a year ago
From Sept 2027
Reconstructed
Rebuilt from listings archived at the time. First month under this method.
Median yearly rent · October 2026
₦18.5M
/year
Typical: ₦11.1M–₦30.6M
Half of listings asked between these two rents.
Reconstructed
Reconstructed
October 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
- +3.7%
- From ₦17.8M in Sept 2026
- On a year ago
- Available from September 2027
- First month under this method: Sept 2026
- Listings
- 3,265
- Live on any day of Oct 2026, or first published in it
- Month covered
- October 2026
- 1–31 Oct 2026
- Released
- 8 Nov 2026
- Next release: 3 Dec 2026
MEDIAN YEARLY RENT
Monthly figure since September 2026
Median
Typical range
Previous method
Oct 2026
Previous method
On last month
Median
₦18.5M
Typical range
₦11.1M–₦30.6M
On last month
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2012–Aug 2026: previous method, shown for context
Method changedMethod changed, Sept 2026
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Grey bars, 2012–Aug 2026. Previous method: median asking price of listings created in the previous six months. Shown for context only; no change is worked out across the line. September 2026 is reconstructed.
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| October 2026 Latest | ₦18.5M | ₦11.1M–₦30.6M | 3,265 | +3.7% | From Sept 2027 | 8 Nov 2026 |
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| September 2026 Linked month | ₦17.8M | ₦10.8M–₦29.9M | 3,436 | Not available | From Sept 2027 | 11 Oct 2026 |
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| August 2026 Previous method | ₦17.9M | 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. | |
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.
Method changed, Sept 2026. No change is worked out across this line.
August 2026
Released Sept 2026 · Previous method
₦17.9M
On last monthNot comparable
On a year agoNot comparable
BREAKDOWN · OCTOBER 2026
Rent in Abuja by size, type and area
By bedrooms Flats by bedrooms Houses by bedrooms
Localities in Abuja Localities in Abuja, houses, all sizes
Houses, all sizes · 51 localities| Locality | Figure | Typical range | On last month | Listings | Labels |
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| Guzape District | ₦23.4M | ₦17.3M–₦33M | +0.4% | 396 |
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| Maitama District | ₦52.2M | ₦39.5M–₦68.3M | +0.3% | 298 |
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| Asokoro District | ₦30.3M | ₦19.9M–₦44.1M | +11.1% | 279 |
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| Katampe | ₦17.4M | ₦12.8M–₦26.7M | +2.5% | 262 |
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| Jahi | ₦18.1M | ₦13.6M–₦23.4M | +3.0% | 204 |
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| Gwarinpa | ₦10.7M | ₦8.1M–₦15M | −8.1% | 185 |
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| Wuse 2 | ₦33.7M | ₦23.3M–₦48.2M | −4.1% | 185 |
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| Life Camp | ₦11.4M | ₦9.3M–₦15.4M | +4.2% | 184 |
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| Jabi | ₦19.3M | ₦14.4M–₦28M | +6.1% | 142 |
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| Wuye | ₦20.5M | ₦15.5M–₦27.5M | +1.0% | 123 |
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| Apo | ₦10.5M | ₦7.9M–₦14.4M | +1.3% | 119 |
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| Mabushi | ₦19.7M | ₦15.1M–₦24.9M | +2.2% | 111 |
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| Lugbe District | ₦7.3M | ₦5.6M–₦9M | +0.1% | 94 |
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| Galadimawa | ₦8.8M | ₦6.2M–₦11.3M | +2.4% | 92 |
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| Kado | ₦18M | ₦13.3M–₦23M | −3.7% | 67 |
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| Garki | ₦20.2M | ₦12.8M–₦30.7M | −9.7% | 66 |
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| Lokogoma District | ₦6.8M | ₦5.2M–₦9M | −1.7% | 66 |
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| Wuse | ₦27.4M | ₦23.2M–₦32.5M | −4.9% | 56 |
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| Gaduwa | ₦9.9M | ₦7.9M–₦10.9M | −0.6% | 41 |
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| Dakwo | ₦6.8M | ₦5.4M–₦8.2M | Not available | 38 |
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| Durumi | ₦15.4M | ₦11.1M–₦23.8M | +10.0% | 37 |
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| Gudu | ₦11.1M | ₦8M–₦14.1M | −9.0% | 37 |
Small sample
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| Kubwa | ₦5.2M | ₦2.9M–₦6.3M | +8.2% | 34 |
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| Karsana | ₦8.3M | ₦7.2M–₦10.6M | +3.6% | 27 |
Small sample
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| Kaura | ₦12.8M | ₦8.7M–₦19.8M | Not available | 26 |
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| Idu Industrial | ₦10.2M | ₦7.4M–₦17.7M | +2.5% | 26 |
Small sample
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| Utako | ₦20.1M | ₦18.4M–₦21.8M | +0.2% | 23 |
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| Kukwaba | ₦18.3M | ₦13.4M–₦23.6M | Not available | 20 |
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| Wumba | — | — | — | — |
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| Dakibiyu | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for October 2026
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| Mbora (Nbora) | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for October 2026
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| Orozo | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for October 2026
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| Karmo | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for October 2026
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| Diplomatic Zones | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for October 2026
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| Dutse | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for October 2026
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| Mpape | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for October 2026
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| Kyami | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for October 2026
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| Kuje | — | — | — | — |
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| Mararaba | — | — | — | — |
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| Kabusa | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for October 2026
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| Kafe | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for October 2026
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| Dei-Dei | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for October 2026
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| Kurudu | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for October 2026
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| Dape | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for October 2026
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| Jikwoyi | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for October 2026
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| Gwagwalada | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for October 2026
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| Central Business District | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for October 2026
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| Nyanya | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for October 2026
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| Kagini | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for October 2026
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Guzape District ₦17.3M–₦33M · 396 listings₦23.4M +0.4%
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Maitama District ₦39.5M–₦68.3M · 298 listings₦52.2M +0.3%
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Asokoro District ₦19.9M–₦44.1M · 279 listings₦30.3M +11.1%
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Katampe ₦12.8M–₦26.7M · 262 listings₦17.4M +2.5%
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Jahi ₦13.6M–₦23.4M · 204 listings₦18.1M +3.0%
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Gwarinpa ₦8.1M–₦15M · 185 listings₦10.7M −8.1%
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Wuse 2 ₦23.3M–₦48.2M · 185 listings₦33.7M −4.1%
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Life Camp ₦9.3M–₦15.4M · 184 listings₦11.4M +4.2%
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Jabi ₦14.4M–₦28M · 142 listings₦19.3M +6.1%
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Wuye ₦15.5M–₦27.5M · 123 listings₦20.5M +1.0%
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Apo ₦7.9M–₦14.4M · 119 listings₦10.5M +1.3%
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Mabushi ₦15.1M–₦24.9M · 111 listings₦19.7M +2.2%
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₦7.3M +0.1%
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₦8.8M +2.4%
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₦18M −3.7%
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₦20.2M −9.7%
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₦6.8M −1.7%
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₦27.4M −4.9%
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₦9.9M −0.6%
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₦6.8M Not available
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₦15.4M +10.0%
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₦11.1M −9.0%
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₦5.2M +8.2%
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₦8.3M +3.6%
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₦12.8M Not available
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₦10.2M +2.5%
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₦20.1M +0.2%
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Listings today
2,483 houses for rent in Abuja are listed right now.
Cheapest live listing
19
₦800,000
House for rent
Beautiful Well Located 2 Bedroom Bungalow
Beautiful well located 2-bedroom bungalow in zone D, gidan mangoro, abuja. Looking for a peaceful, secure, and comfortable home in Abuja? Your ideal apartment is here! This well-built and spacious 2-bedroom bungalow offers the perfect blend of convenience, security, and affordability in a serene estate environment. Property Features: - Fully fenced and gated compound - Secure and organized estate environment - Reliable security for your peace of mind - Prepaid metre available - Constant rushing water supply - Spacious kitchen designed for comfort - Two well-finished toilets - Good accessibility and peaceful surroundings Rent: N800,000 per annum Caution Deposit: N50,000 Agency & Legal Fee: 20% of rent (N160,000) a comfortable home at an affordable price is a rare find --- don't miss this opportunity! For further enquiries/ arrangement for inspection, please contact: Bluehedge Realtors - Estate agency and Property marketing - Real estate development and Advisory Tel: +2348032065685 (Call/ WhatsApp) Website: www.bluehedgerealtors.com Email: [email protected]
Gidan Mangoro, Orozo, Abuja
2
2
2
2
Bluehedge Realtors
Priciest live listing
11
$40,000,000
Terraced duplex for rent
Newly Built Smart 3-Bedrooms Terrace + 2 Rooms
New listing 3-bedrooms terrace + 2 rooms self contain with kitchen and convenience BQ) can also be seen as 5 bedrooms and office space We've just listed a beautiful 3-bedroom terrace apartment with BQ in a serene and well-secured estate -- perfect for comfortable and premium living. Rent: $40,000 per annum $36,000 2 years Discount available for 2 years upfront payment and above features: ️ Spacious living room ️ 3 en-suite bedrooms ️ 2-room BQ ️ Pantry Office space ️ Dedicated laundry room ️ Premium finishing Estate comes with: ️ Gym Clubhouse Secure & well-managed environment location : maitama main . Rent : $40K or. $36K x 2 years Service Charge : 6M Diesel Deposit: 2M Refundable Caution : 2M Professional fees : 20% This is a new property, clean, well-designed, and ready for immediate occupancy. Inspection fee 30K
Maitama District, Abuja
5
5
5
Jenic Real Estate
Asking prices on live listings change through the month and are not used to work out the index figures above.
Frequently asked
Popular questions
What is the median yearly rent for houses in Abuja?
The median yearly rent for houses in Abuja is ₦18.5M a year, according to the Nigeria Property Centre Rent Index, October 2026 release.
What is the typical range for houses in Abuja?
Half of the listings counted in October 2026 asked between ₦11.1M and ₦30.6M a year.
How did houses in Abuja change on last month?
The figure moved +3.7% on the previous month in the October 2026 release.
How many houses in Abuja are listed now?
There are 2,483 houses for rent in Abuja listed right now on Nigeria Property Centre.
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