The family-friendly suburb of Roma has become one of the most popular residential areas of Lusaka. Properties in Roma consist of larger homes, two to three bedroom upmarket villas and executive flats. Due to its close proximity to the retail and financial district around Arcades Mall, Acacia Park and East Park, residential property in Roma is a popular choice for middle-income families.
Roma culminates in Roma Park, a large-scale mixed-use development. With a large number of residential plots, Roma Park is developing into a suburb of its own with housing complexes and a range of services being created within its boundaries. Many young families are attracted to large, well-served estates such as this and the value of the properties is expected to rise in coming years.
To the west of Roma lies Olympia, a residential area with easy access to facilities and services. Property here sits at slightly lower prices than the property and houses for sale in Roma, making it a good area for a starter home. Kalundu lies to the east of Roma and has long been an area for short-term rentals. Roma, Olympia and Kalundu all have two key things in common: a wide range of services within easy reach and their close proximity to places of work. Discover more about this area below and view the properties for sale in Roma.
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3 bedroom house in Roma (Zambia)
R36,232 ($2,500) per month
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4 bedroom house in Roma (Zambia)
R50,725 ($3,500) per month
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3 bedroom house in Roma (Zambia)
R50,725 ($3,500) per month
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760 m² commercial office in Roma (Zambia)
R188 ($13) per m2
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760 m² commercial office in Roma (Zambia)
R159 ($11) per m2
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4 bedroom house in Roma (Zambia)
R13,079 (ZMW20,000) per month
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2 bedroom house in Roma (Zambia)
R36,232 ($2,500) per month
Explore Roma
Dining out
With Chinese, Indian, Italian and Thai restaurants located here, Roma offers many dining choices. Fast-food outlets and cafés, family diners and a tapas bar on the roof of Foxdale Court, are all easily accessible. Roma and the nearby suburb of Mass Media are the two most popular choices for dining out.
Business
Over the last five years, a financial business district has sprung up between Roma and Mass Media, with high street banks and international businesses choosing this location for their offices. The fringes of Roma, anchored around the Foxdale Court office-mall complex are becoming increasingly commercial too.
Leisure and nightlife
The suburb is a stone's throw from one of Lusaka's nightlife centres, Arcades Mall. It offers a casino, cinema, hotels, restaurant-bars and a nightclub. Nearby Manda Hill Shopping Mall boasts a 3D cinema, casino and a number of restaurants.
Sport & recreation
Roma is a short drive from Barclays Sport Complex and offers soccer, squash and tennis facilities. The Lusaka Agricultural Showgrounds is home to the Lusaka Rugby Club and the Lusaka Gymkhana Club. For gym fanatics, a fitness facility is located at the nearby Manda Hill Shopping Mall.
Living in Roma
Areas near to Roma
Kabulonga, Leopards Hill, Lilayi, Mass Media, Rhodespark,
Education
Pinewood Preparatory School, Lusaka International Community School and Roma Girls School are all situated in the area, while Lusaka International School is located within a 20 minutes' drive. Nearby Kalundu is bordered by the University of Zambia, the country's foremost academic institution.
Healthcare
Victoria Hospital, a private healthcare facility is located in the nearby suburb of Kalunda, while the renowned Care for Business Hospital is a short drive away.
Shopping
Roma's primary shopping hub is Foxdale Court, a mall and office complex with a grocer, fast-food outlets, roof-top bar and several boutiques. Lusaka's largest mall, Manda Hill Shopping Mall borders the suburb and offers residents a variety of retail options.
Travel
The suburb is a 30 minute drive from Kenneth Kaunda International Airport. The area has excellent access to Great East Road, Lusaka's CBD and other main arterial roads.