SBQ Real Estate — Insight
What to Check Before Renting in Kigali
What is actually included in Kigali rent — utilities, backup power, security and service charges — and the questions to ask before you sign.
Rent in Kigali varies more by finishing and management quality than by neighbourhood alone. Before you compare two listings, compare what is included: water and power arrangements, generator or inverter backup, security, parking, waste collection and whether a service charge sits on top of the headline rent.
Ask for the lease in writing, confirm the deposit terms and the notice period, and check who is responsible for maintenance. A slightly higher rent with a managed building is often cheaper than a low rent with unresolved repairs.
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