Mwongozo wa Wapangaji
Everything you need to rent safely and smartly in Tanzania.
Anza Haraka
Three steps to find your next home on Makazi.
Tafuta Nyumba
Wasiliana na Mwenye Nyumba
Hamia
Haki za Wapangaji
Tanzanian law protects tenants. Here's what you need to know.
Orodha ya Ukaguzi
Before you sign — make sure you've covered these essentials.
Kuelewa Gharama
Typical monthly rent ranges (TZS) and extra costs to budget for.
| City | Studio | 1 Bed | 2 Bed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dar es Salaam | 200K – 500K | 350K – 800K | 500K – 1.5M |
| Arusha | 150K – 350K | 250K – 600K | 400K – 1M |
| Dodoma | 100K – 250K | 200K – 450K | 300K – 700K |
How to contact landlords on Makazi
Makazi protects landlord contact details until you're ready to connect. Here's how unlocking works and how you can save.
Browse listings and find a property you like
Message the landlord for free to ask questions
When ready, unlock their WhatsApp number
Access lasts 7 days from unlock
TZS 5,000
Per listing, 7-day access
TZS 10,000
All units in one building, 7-day access
Example: Building with 5 units
TZS 25,000
5 × single unlock
TZS 10,000
Property Unlock
You save TZS 15,000 (60%)
Pay with
Vidokezo vya Usalama
Stay safe while searching for your next home.
Never pay before visiting
Always see the property in person before sending any money.
Your info is protected
Your phone number stays private until you choose to share via Contact Unlock.
Trust verified landlords
Look for the verification badge and response rate — green means 80%+ replies.
Keep everything documented
Save copies of your lease, receipts, and all correspondence.
Report suspicious listings
Use the Report button — listings with 3+ reports are auto-paused for review.
Use AI translation
Translate messages between Swahili and English instantly in chat.
Mwongozo wa Mitaa
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