Tanzania

Property in Dar es Salaam

Tanzania's commercial heart on the Indian Ocean.

Why Dar es Salaam

Dar es Salaam is Tanzania's largest city and main commercial centre. The Msasani Peninsula — Masaki and Oyster Bay — is home to embassies and expatriate residents, while newer areas such as Mbezi and Kigamboni offer more space.

Business centre

Tanzania's main port and headquarters for most companies operating in the country.

Expat demand

Embassies, NGOs and energy and mining companies support quality rentals.

Growing city

Bus rapid transit and new bridges are opening up new neighbourhoods.

Dar es Salaam market in numbers

~8.5%

Average citywide gross rental yield, 2026

5.7%

Estimated net yield on 2-bed properties in Oyster Bay

8–12%

Typical full-service management fee, of monthly rent

Estimated market figures (2026). These are averages or estimates, not a guarantee of returns on any property.

Buying property in Dar es Salaam

Buying in Dar es Salaam: Masaki and Oyster Bay are the prime areas; Mikocheni and Mbezi Beach offer more space for the price. Foreign buyers should confirm land-right options before committing.

View properties for sale

Renting in Dar es Salaam

Renting in Dar es Salaam: expatriate rentals are concentrated on the Msasani Peninsula, often quoted in USD and paid several months in advance.

View rental properties

Before you buy or rent

Rents in prime areas are often quoted in USD and paid in advance.
Foreigners usually need TIC-approved investment to hold land rights.
Traffic is heavy — choose an area close to work or school.

General guidance only, not legal or financial advice. Always confirm details with a qualified local lawyer.

Listings in Dar es Salaam

See all with filters →

For SaleVilla

Masaki, Dar es Salaam

Oceanfront 5 bedroom villa

USD 1.6M

5 bed6 bath650 m²

For RentVilla

Oyster Bay, Dar es Salaam

4 bedroom house with pool

USD 6,000 / mo

4 bed5 bath480 m²

For SaleApartment

Masaki, Dar es Salaam

Penthouse on the Msasani Peninsula

USD 950K

4 bed4 bath380 m²

For RentApartment

Oyster Bay, Dar es Salaam

3 bedroom luxury apartment

USD 3,500 / mo

3 bed3 bath220 m²

For SaleVilla

Mbezi Beach, Dar es Salaam

Beach villa in gated estate

USD 780K

5 bed5 bath560 m²

For RentTownhouse

Mikocheni, Dar es Salaam

Modern 4 bedroom townhouse

USD 3,200 / mo

4 bed4 bath350 m²

Own property in Dar es Salaam?

Let us find tenants, collect rent and look after it for you.

Get a management proposal

Other markets: Nairobi · Mombasa · Diani · Watamu · Zanzibar · Kigali · Kampala