On last month
−3.0%
On a year ago
From Sept 2027
Reconstructed
Rebuilt from listings archived at the time. First month under this method.
Median monthly rent · October 2026
KSh 114.7K
/month
Typical: KSh 77.2K–KSh 167.6K
Half of listings asked between these two rents.
Reconstructed
Reconstructed
October 2026 was worked out after the month ended, from listings archived at the time, so the series starts on the new method.
- On last month
- −3.0%
- From KSh 118.2K in Sept 2026
- On a year ago
- Available from September 2027
- First month under this method: Sept 2026
- Listings
- 2,422
- Live on any day of Oct 2026, or first published in it
- Month covered
- October 2026
- 1–31 Oct 2026
- Released
- 4 Nov 2026
- Next release: 3 Dec 2026
MEDIAN MONTHLY RENT
Monthly figure since September 2026
Median
Typical range
Previous method
Oct 2026
Previous method
On last month
Median
KSh 114.7K
Typical range
KSh 77.2K–KSh 167.6K
On last month
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2020–Aug 2026: previous method, shown for context
Method changedMethod changed, Sept 2026
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KSh 118.2K
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Grey bars, 2020–Aug 2026. Previous method: median asking price of listings created in the previous six months. Shown for context only; no change is worked out across the line. September 2026 is reconstructed.
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| October 2026 Latest | KSh 114.7K | KSh 77.2K–KSh 167.6K | 2,422 | −3.0% | From Sept 2027 | 4 Nov 2026 |
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| September 2026 Linked month | KSh 118.2K | KSh 78K–KSh 170.3K | 2,557 | Not available | From Sept 2027 | 11 Oct 2026 |
Reconstructed
Rebuilt from listings archived at the time. First month under this method.
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| August 2026 Previous method | KSh 114.5K | Not published | — | Not comparable | Not comparable | Sept 2026 | Previous method: median asking price of listings created in the previous six months. Not comparable with later months. | |
On last month
Not available
On a year ago
From Sept 2027
Reconstructed
Rebuilt from listings archived at the time. First month under this method.
Method changed, Sept 2026. No change is worked out across this line.
August 2026
Released Sept 2026 · Previous method
KSh 114.5K
On last monthNot comparable
On a year agoNot comparable
BREAKDOWN · OCTOBER 2026
Rent in Kenya by size, type and area
By bedrooms Flats by bedrooms Houses by bedrooms
Counties in Kenya Counties in Kenya, flats, all sizes
Flats, all sizes · 10 counties| County | Figure | Typical range | On last month | Listings | Labels |
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| Nairobi | KSh 121.8K | KSh 84.4K–KSh 171.9K | −2.6% | 2,200 |
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| Kiambu | KSh 50.2K | KSh 34K–KSh 72K | +6.3% | 70 |
Small sample
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| Machakos | KSh 58.9K | KSh 48.5K–KSh 77.3K | +1.8% | 53 |
Small sample
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| Mombasa | KSh 60.6K | KSh 39.3K–KSh 85.7K | +5.2% | 51 |
Small sample
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| Kilifi | KSh 29.2K | KSh 18.3K–KSh 45.3K | +25.9% | 27 |
Small sample
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| Kisumu | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for October 2026
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| Laikipia | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for October 2026
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| Nakuru | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for October 2026
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| Kajiado | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for October 2026
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| Kwale | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for October 2026
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Nairobi KSh 84.4K–KSh 171.9K · 2,200 listingsKSh 121.8K −2.6%
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KSh 50.2K +6.3%
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KSh 58.9K +1.8%
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KSh 60.6K +5.2%
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KSh 29.2K +25.9%
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3,254 flats for rent in Kenya are listed right now.
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1
Mkaazi Real Estate LTD
Priciest live listing
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KSh 400,000,000
Apartment for rent
Prime 1.1 Acre Redevelopment Plot
This is a prime commercial plot on Riverside Drive located on the main Riverside Drive The plot measures 1.1 acre and has a gradual gradient and a regular shape, thus making it ideal for minimal waste when setting up a structure. The plot is ideal for mixed development since it borders all social amenities and corporate clients within the neighborhood, is fully serviced, and fronts the main road. Asking Price: 400M ono
Riverside Drive, Westlands, Nairobi
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5
6
10
Viesta Investments
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Frequently asked
Popular questions
What is the median monthly rent for flats in Kenya?
The median monthly rent for flats in Kenya is KSh 114.7K a month, according to the Kenya Property Centre Rent Index, October 2026 release.
What is the typical range for flats in Kenya?
Half of the listings counted in October 2026 asked between KSh 77.2K and KSh 167.6K a month.
How did flats in Kenya change on last month?
The figure moved −3.0% on the previous month in the October 2026 release.
How many flats in Kenya are listed now?
There are 3,254 flats for rent in Kenya listed right now on Kenya Property Centre.
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Kenya Property Centre Rent Index, October 2026 release, Kenya Property Centre, https://kenyapropertycentre.com/market-trends/average-prices/for-rent/flats-apartments#release-2026-10
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