The Story Behind RentU
How we're transforming rental property management across East Africa with innovative financing solutions that benefit both tenants and property managers.
Our Core Values
Trust
Building trusted relationships with transparency
Innovation
Pioneering financial solutions for Africa
Community
Empowering people and communities
Impact
Creating meaningful change in housing
Our Mission
At RentU, we're transforming the way rental properties are managed in East Africa by tackling one of the biggest challenges facing both property owners and tenants: the burden of rent deposits and income uncertainty.
Our mission is simple: to make renting a home faster, more affordable, and more stable for everyone. We believe that access to housing should not be delayed by the burden of large upfront costs or uncertain payments.
"RentU exists to bridge the gap between property managers and tenants, creating a more efficient, accessible, and stable rental market across East Africa."
The Problem We're Solving
Rent deposits and inconsistent cash flow create major challenges for the East African rental market.
For Tenants
Many East African tenants face significant financial barriers when trying to secure housing:
- Large upfront rent deposits (typically 2-3 months rent)
- Delayed access to quality housing due to financial constraints
- Cash flow challenges that can lead to missed rent payments
For Property Managers
Property managers and owners face significant challenges managing cash flow and vacancies:
- 30% monthly revenue loss due to high vacancy rates
- Over 30% of tenants miss rent due dates, causing unpredictable cash flow
- Difficulty managing properties with inconsistent rental income
How RentU Bridges the Gap
Partnership
Property managers partner with RentU
Application
Tenants apply for financing
Disbursement
Funds sent to property manager
Repayment
Tenant repays over time
Key Milestones
From inception to impact - our journey of transforming rental housing in East Africa
RentU Founded
Three industry experts came together with a vision to transform rental housing in East Africa
First Partnerships
Onboarded our first 10 property managers and served 50+ tenants across Nairobi
Platform Launch
Launched our full-featured platform with advanced analytics and M-Pesa integration
Scaling Across Kenya
Expanding to serve 1000+ tenants and 100+ property managers nationwide
RentU Founded
Three industry experts came together with a vision to transform rental housing in East Africa
First Partnerships
Onboarded our first 10 property managers and served 50+ tenants across Nairobi
Platform Launch
Launched our full-featured platform with advanced analytics and M-Pesa integration
Scaling Across Kenya
Expanding to serve 1000+ tenants and 100+ property managers nationwide
Join Us in Transforming Rental Housing
Whether you're a tenant looking for affordable housing options or a property manager seeking stable cash flow, RentU is here to help you succeed.