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Kenitra or Mohammedia: where to buy?
For new builds, Kenitra is on average about 23% cheaper than Mohammedia. Here are the figures side by side, then our reading by project.
Figures side by side
| Criterion | Kenitra | Mohammedia |
|---|---|---|
| Price per m² (new) | 6,000 – 11,000 MAD/m² | 8,000 – 14,000 MAD/m² |
| Studio (≈ 40 m²) | MAD 240,000 – MAD 440,000 | MAD 320,000 – MAD 560,000 |
| 2-bedroom (≈ 95 m²) | MAD 570,000 – MAD 1,050,000 | MAD 760,000 – MAD 1,330,000 |
| Size for MAD 1 million | 120 m² | 90 m² |
| Most affordable area | Bir Rami · Ouled Oujih | Bouznika · Benslimane |
| Most expensive area | Mehdia beach | Centre · Parc · Plage |
| Seaside areas | 1 | 2 |
| Villa areas | — | 1 |
| Apartment prices (IPAI, 1 quarter) | +0.5% | — |
| Areas tracked | 3 | 2 |
Indicative 2025-2026 new-build benchmarks tracked by ABRAJ (price per m² by neighbourhood), before purchase costs. ABRAJ publishes no listings: an advisor searches for the matching property.
Our reading by project
Tight budget: Kenitra (one affordable area, lower average price).
Families: Kenitra and Mohammedia are even on this point.
Buy-to-let: Kenitra (one area with strong rental demand).
Near the sea: Mohammedia (2 seaside areas).
Upscale: Kenitra and Mohammedia are even on this point.
Living in Kenitra
A fast-growing industrial city (automotive, Atlantic Free Zone) 40 km from Rabat, linked by train and motorway. Mehdia beach nearby.
An affordable alternative to Rabat for people working along the Rabat-Kenitra axis.
Living in Mohammedia
Between Casablanca and Rabat, with beaches and golf, and prices below Casablanca for a seaside setting.
Daily commute to Casablanca by motorway or train.
Investing in Kenitra
Rental demand from employees of the industrial zones.
Investing in Mohammedia
Main homes for Casablanca executives, summer rentals.
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Frequently asked questions
Is it cheaper to buy in Kenitra or Mohammedia?
For new builds, Kenitra: 6,000 – 11,000 MAD/m²; Mohammedia: 8,000 – 14,000 MAD/m². Kenitra is about 23% cheaper.
How much is a 2-bedroom in Kenitra and in Mohammedia?
About MAD 570,000 – MAD 1,050,000 in Kenitra and MAD 760,000 – MAD 1,330,000 in Mohammedia, before purchase costs (≈ 7%).
What size for MAD 1 million in Kenitra or Mohammedia?
About 120 m² in Kenitra and 90 m² in Mohammedia, at the average new-build price.
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Last updated: 2026-10-20