Kenitra guide
Investing in property in Kenitra in 2026
A fast-growing industrial city (automotive, Atlantic Free Zone) 40 km from Rabat, linked by train and motorway. Mehdia beach nearby. Where to invest in Kenitra, with what budget and which rental strategy? Benchmarks area by area.
Why invest in Kenitra
Rental demand from employees of the industrial zones.
Official trend (IPAI Bank Al-Maghrib / ANCFCC, Q2 2026) in Kenitra: apartment prices +0.5% over one quarter, apartment sales +9.5%.
Where to invest in Kenitra
| Neighbourhood | Price per m² (new) | 1-bedroom (≈ 65 m²) |
|---|---|---|
| Bir Rami · Ouled Oujih | 5,500 – 8,000 MAD/m² | MAD 360,000 – MAD 520,000 |
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.
Which rental strategy?
Small, well-located units (studio, 1-bedroom) rent and resell fastest: in Kenitra, a new 1-bedroom costs MAD 390,000 – MAD 720,000.
Long-term letting for steady income, furnished or seasonal letting where tourist demand exists (licence to check). Yield is never guaranteed: it depends on location, vacancy, charges and tax.
Tax: rental income taxed at 10 to 15% of gross rents; capital gains on resale taxed at 20% (minimum 3% of the price). To confirm with a notary or tax adviser.
Financing a 1-bedroom at the Kenitra average price
| Price | MAD 550,000 |
| 20% down payment | MAD 110,000 |
| Purchase costs (≈ 7%) | MAD 40,000 |
| Cash needed (down payment + costs) | MAD 150,000 |
| Loan amount | MAD 440,000 |
| Monthly payment, 20 years (4.5%) | MAD 2,800 |
| Monthly payment, 25 years | MAD 2,400 |
| Recommended net income (25 years) | MAD 6,000 |
Excluding insurance, indicative 2026 fixed rate. Banks usually cap repayments at 40% of net income. Prices based on new-build benchmarks, to be confirmed property by property.
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Frequently asked questions
Where to invest in Kenitra?
Areas with strong rental demand are Bir Rami · Ouled Oujih. Rental demand from employees of the industrial zones.
What budget to invest in Kenitra?
Expect MAD 220,000 – MAD 320,000 for a studio in the most affordable area (Bir Rami · Ouled Oujih), and on average MAD 550,000 for a 1-bedroom.
A project in Kenitra?
Describe your project: an ABRAJ advisor shortlists the new developments that fit your budget, free and with no commitment.
Last updated: 2026-10-20