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Browse Abuja house rentals →Typical annual rent ranges for houses in Abuja FCT.
| District | Annual rent range | Monthly equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| Maitama | ₦7m–₦30m/yr | ₦600k–₦2.5m/mo |
| Asokoro | ₦6m–₦25m/yr | ₦500k–₦2m/mo |
| Wuse 2 | ₦4m–₦15m/yr | ₦350k–₦1.2m/mo |
| Jabi | ₦3m–₦10m/yr | ₦250k–₦800k/mo |
| Gwarinpa | ₦2m–₦6m/yr | ₦150k–₦500k/mo |
| Garki | ₦2.5m–₦7m/yr | ₦200k–₦600k/mo |
| Life Camp | ₦2.5m–₦7m/yr | ₦200k–₦600k/mo |
| Lugbe | ₦1m–₦2.5m/yr | ₦70k–₦200k/mo |
House rents in Abuja are quoted annually. Satellite towns (Lugbe, Kuje, Kubwa): ₦800k–₦2.5m per year for a 3-bedroom house. Gwarinpa and Garki: ₦2m–₦7m per year. Wuse 2 and Jabi: ₦4m–₦15m per year. Maitama and Asokoro: ₦7m–₦30m+ per year for premium detached houses.
Abuja rents are generally 20–40% lower than Lagos for equivalent property quality, and the city is less congested. Abuja's master-plan layout makes it easier to find properties near specific employer locations (government, international organisations, NGOs). Lagos has more rental stock and more competitive pricing in mass-market segments.
Typical requirements: government-issued ID (National ID, passport, or driver's licence), employment letter or income proof, 2 passport photos, and a completed tenant form. For higher-value properties: guarantor letter and post-dated cheques. FCDA-managed estates may have additional requirements.
For families with children: Gwarinpa (large residential estate, multiple schools), Life Camp, and Katampe are popular. For government/ministry proximity: Garki, Wuse, and Central Area. For space and quiet: Lokogoma and Kabusa. For premium living: Maitama and Asokoro.
Most Abuja landlords require 1–2 years upfront. However, some newer developments and corporate lets accept 6-monthly or quarterly payment. Purpose-built serviced apartments may offer monthly rates. Ask directly when enquiring — Cabans lets you message landlords to negotiate payment terms.
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