Copyright © Faith Wanjiru 2025. All rights reserved.
This project is proprietary and not open source. Do not copy, use, or redistribute any part of this codebase without explicit permission from the author. For collaboration or usage rights, contact me (see below). See LICENSE for details.
A comprehensive rental platform that helps budget-conscious tenants find their perfect home with smart filtering, location-based search, agent services, and more.
RentRadar is a full-stack web app for discovering, booking, and managing rental properties in Kenya. It features smart search, interactive maps, agent and booking systems, reviews, notifications, and more.
Live Demo: https://rentradar254.netlify.app/
Tech Stack:
- Frontend: React, Tailwind CSS, Vite, Google Maps API, Formik, Yup, Axios
- Backend: Express.js, Node.js, MongoDB, JWT, Multer
- Node.js (v16 or higher)
- MongoDB
- Google Maps API key (see below)
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Clone the repository
git clone <repository-url> cd rent-radar
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Install dependencies
# Frontend cd client && npm install # Backend cd ../server && npm install
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Environment setup
- In
server/.env:
PORT=5000 MONGODB_URI=mongodb://localhost:27017/rent-radar JWT_SECRET=your_jwt_secret
- In `client/.env`: ```env VITE_GOOGLE_MAPS_API_KEY=your_google_maps_api_key - In
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Start development servers
# Backend cd server && npm run dev # Frontend (in new terminal) cd client && npm run dev
- Smart search & filtering (location, budget, amenities)
- Interactive map with listings, contributions, and landmarks
- User authentication (JWT)
- Agent registration & dashboard
- Booking system
- Favorites & profile management
- Reviews & ratings
- Notifications (in-app, email)
- Admin dashboard (user/listing/contribution management, analytics)
- CSV export for admin data
- Responsive, modern UI
- Advanced notifications (push, email, in-app improvements)
- M-PESA payment integration (full production flow)
- Admin dashboard enhancements (analytics, moderation tools)
- Gamification (badges, points, leaderboards)
- Advanced map features (heatmaps, drawing, more filters)
- Improved mobile UX/UI
- User-to-user messaging
- More granular search filters (amenities, neighborhoods, etc)
- Multi-language support
- Accessibility improvements
- Real-time chat/support
- More robust review and rating system
- AI-powered recommendations
- Virtual reality property tours
- Blockchain-based rental agreements
- Integration with utility companies
- Community features and reviews
Note: Some features are in progress or will be updated in future releases. This list is evolving—contributions and ideas are welcome!
rent-radar/
├── client/ # Frontend (React + Tailwind)
│ ├── src/
│ │ ├── components/ # Reusable UI components
│ │ ├── pages/ # Page components
│ │ ├── services/ # API services
│ │ ├── context/ # React context
│ │ ├── App.jsx
│ │ ├── main.jsx
│ │ └── index.css
│ ├── tailwind.config.js
│ ├── package.json
│ └── vite.config.js
├── server/ # Backend (Express + MongoDB)
│ ├── models/ # Database models
│ ├── routes/ # API routes
│ ├── middleware/ # Custom middleware
│ ├── utils/ # Helper functions
│ ├── uploads/ # Image uploads
│ ├── .env
│ ├── index.js
│ └── package.json
└── README.md
- Location-based filtering (city, neighborhood, landmarks)
- Budget range selection
- Amenities filtering (water, power, WiFi, security)
- Property type selection
- Number of bedrooms/bathrooms
- High-quality property photos
- Virtual tours (future)
- Street view integration
- Neighborhood photos
- Interactive maps showing all listings
- Route planning from current location
- Distance calculations
- Public transport information
- Verified local guides
- Property viewing appointments
- Detailed property reports
- Negotiation assistance
- Freemium: Basic search free, premium features paid
- Commission: Percentage from successful rentals
- Agent Fees: Commission from local guides
- Featured Listings: Promoted listings for landlords
- Advertising: Property management companies
- Some features are in progress or will be updated in future releases.
- The feature list is evolving—feel free to suggest or contribute!
Built with ❤️ for the Kenyan rental market
Coming soon: A video walkthrough or live demo link will be added here to showcase the main features and user experience of RentRadar.
Video Walkthrough: Watch the demo (Coming soon!)
Screenshots coming soon!
Finding a good house in Kenya is a real hustle—lots of toiling, wasted time, and uncertainty. RentRadar was built to make the process easier, safer, and smarter for everyone. No more endless searching, unreliable listings, or wasted trips. Just the right home, found fast.
- Core search, listings, and map features
- User authentication and profiles
- Agent and booking system
- Reviews, ratings, and notifications
- Admin dashboard and analytics
- M-PESA integration (coming soon)
- Gamification and advanced notifications
- Mobile app and more map features
- ...and more! See the Planned & Future Features section above
Interested in collaborating or contributing to make RentRadar even better? Reach out!
- Email: njerifaith697@gmail.com
- WhatsApp: +254769399819
- Telegram: @Nimblefawn (ID: 6372116024)
Feel free to contact me with ideas, feedback, or if you'd like to join the project as a developer, designer, or tester. All contributions and suggestions are welcome!