| dc.description.abstract | This study assessed the impact of service accessibility on the market rent of residential properties in Namungona Parish, which is in Lubaga Division, Kampala city, Uganda. The study used a mixed-methods approach, including questionnaire surveys among 155 participants and in-depth interviews among 5 key informants. The study examined the availability of services in different residential areas and their impact on market rent values. It found that access to safe water was high, with approximately half of the respondents agreeing to this access. Ease of access to the main road was moderately low, with less than half of the respondents affirming good access. Waste management services were moderately rated, with slightly more than half of the participants reporting that waste was properly managed. The prevailing trends in market rent showed that most houses had an increment of either 50,000 or 100,000 shillings. The study revealed a strong positive relationship between service accessibility levels and market rent values. Availability and connectivity to safe piped water, improved access to the main road, and proper waste management were all strongly associated with higher market rent values. Previous studies supported these findings, highlighting the impact of service availability on rental values. In conclusion, the study emphasized the importance of service availability in residential areas and its influence on market rent values. Recommendations were made to increase investment in infrastructure and services, promote mixed-use development, encourage public-private partnerships, enhance public transportation, provide incentives for affordable housing, promote community participation, and monitor the impact of urban development initiatives. These recommendations aim to improve service accessibility, affordability, and sustainability in residential areas | en_US |
