Casablanca Rental Market Report 2026: Rents, Yields and Demand

Casablanca is Morocco’s deepest rental market. Thousands of professionals, students and expats move to the city every year, and many families rent for years before buying. Here is what landlords and tenants should know in 2026.

Key Figures at a Glance

• Gross rental yield: generally 5% to 7% for apartments, depending on purchase price and neighborhood.
• Example: an 80 m² apartment in Maarif often rents for about 8,000 to 12,000 MAD per month unfurnished.
• Highest rents: Anfa, Ain Diab, Racine and Casablanca Finance City.
• Best yields: well-located small apartments in Maarif, Gauthier, Bourgogne and around business hubs.

Figures are indicative and vary with furnishing, floor, parking and building quality.

Who Rents in Casablanca?

• Young professionals working in banks, call centers and offshoring parks.
• Expat employees of international companies, often with housing allowances, looking in Anfa, Racine, Californie and CFC.
• Families who need three bedrooms near schools.
• Students near universities and business schools.

Furnished or Unfurnished?

Furnished apartments rent for more and suit expats and short contracts, but they cost more to equip and maintain and turn over more often. Unfurnished apartments attract longer, more stable tenants, especially families.

Lease Rules in Morocco

• The residential lease law (Law 67-12) requires a written lease.
• The security deposit cannot exceed two months of rent.
• An inventory (état des lieux) should be signed at move-in and move-out.
• Rent increases are limited and can only happen at intervals set by law.

Taxes for Landlords

Since the 2023 Finance Law, rental income from a property in Morocco is taxed at 10% of gross rent between 30,000 and 120,000 MAD per year and 15% above, with an exemption below 30,000 MAD. Landlords also pay the taxe de services communaux. Check your situation with the tax administration (DGI) or an accountant.

Calculating Your Yield

Gross yield = annual rent ÷ total purchase price (including fees) × 100. Example: an apartment bought for 1,500,000 MAD all costs included and rented 8,500 MAD per month earns 102,000 MAD a year, a gross yield of 6.8%. Deduct vacancy, syndic fees, repairs and tax to get your net yield.

Outlook

Demand should remain solid thanks to job creation in Casablanca, infrastructure projects and the steady arrival of new residents. Well-maintained apartments near tram lines and business districts are likely to rent fastest.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it better to buy or rent in Casablanca?

If you plan to stay more than five to seven years and can afford the purchase costs, buying often makes sense. For shorter stays, renting keeps you flexible.

How much is rent for a 2-bedroom apartment in Casablanca?

It depends heavily on the area: central neighborhoods such as Maarif or Racine command much more than outer districts. Compare several listings in the same street before deciding.

Can a foreigner rent out property in Morocco?

Yes. Foreign owners can rent out their property and must declare and pay tax on the rental income in Morocco.

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Buying, selling or renting in Casablanca? Contact Casablanca Estate to list your property or ask about a neighborhood.