On last month
Not available
On a year ago
From Sept 2027
Small sample
Reconstructed
Rebuilt from listings archived at the time. First month under this method.
Median monthly rent · September 2026
KSh 72.3K
/month
Typical: KSh 46.3K–KSh 108.3K
Half of listings asked between these two rents.
Small sample
Reconstructed
Based on 53 listings
Figures from 20 to 99 listings move more from month to month. Quote them with care.
- On last month
- Not available
- First month under this method
- On a year ago
- Available from September 2027
- First month under this method: Sept 2026
- Listings
- 53
- Small sample: 20–99
- Month covered
- September 2026
- 1–30 Sep 2026
- Released
- 11 Oct 2026
- Next release: 4 Nov 2026
MEDIAN MONTHLY RENT
Monthly figure since September 2026
Median
Typical range
Previous method
Sept 2026
Previous method
On last month
Median
KSh 72.3K
Typical range
KSh 46.3K–KSh 108.3K
On last month
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2020–Aug 2026: previous method, shown for context
Method changedMethod changed, Sept 2026
Sept 2026 onwards: monthly index
KSh 200K
KSh 150K
KSh 100K
KSh 50K
KSh 0
KSh 150K
KSh 93.7K
KSh 47.9K
KSh 91.9K
KSh 91.9K
KSh 110K
KSh 49K
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KSh 72.3K
Sep
Sep '26
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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| September 2026 Latest | KSh 72.3K | KSh 46.3K–KSh 108.3K | 53 | Not available | From Sept 2027 | 11 Oct 2026 |
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Rebuilt from listings archived at the time. First month under this method.
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| August 2026 Previous method | KSh 49K | 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. | |
Method changed, Sept 2026. No change is worked out across this line.
August 2026
Released Sept 2026 · Previous method
KSh 49K
On last monthNot comparable
On a year agoNot comparable
BREAKDOWN · SEPTEMBER 2026
Rent in Nairobi Central by size, type
By bedrooms Flats by bedrooms Houses by bedrooms
Live listings, not part of the index
View all 70 listings
Listings today
70 flats for rent in Nairobi Central, Nairobi are listed right now.
Cheapest live listing
6
KSh 14,000
Bedsitter (single room) for rent
Spacious Bedsitter
Another newly built spacious bedsitter is going for 14k along naivasha road proximity to the main stage, water available throughout, internet ready, security and has ample parking space. Call +254715245060
Naivasha Road, Nairobi Central, Nairobi
1
1
Royal Sky Realtors
Priciest live listing
Featured
10
KSh 280,000
Apartment for rent
Live the Resort
Live the resort life at enaki -- gigiri, nairobi Discover Africa's first Residential Resort, where luxury, nature, and convenience come together in Nairobi's prestigious UN Blue Zone. Stylish 1--4 Bedroom Apartments & Duplexes Lush Gardens & Private Forest Views Cafés, Lounges & Boutique Retail ️ Wellness Amenities & Co-working Spaces Prime Location -- Gigiri, Nyari & Kitisuru Perfect for homeowners seeking an elevated lifestyle and investors looking for strong rental returns. Call / WhatsApp: +254 731 668 603 Book your viewing today and experience resort-style living every day.
Enaki – Gigiri, Nairobi Central, Nairobi
3
3
3
2
Millykim Investment
Asking prices on live listings change through the month and are not used to work out the index figures above.
Frequently asked
Popular questions
What is the median monthly rent for flats in Nairobi Central, Nairobi?
The median monthly rent for flats in Nairobi Central, Nairobi is KSh 72.3K a month, according to the Kenya Property Centre Rent Index, September 2026 release.
What is the typical range for flats in Nairobi Central, Nairobi?
Half of the listings counted in September 2026 asked between KSh 46.3K and KSh 108.3K a month.
How many flats in Nairobi Central, Nairobi are listed now?
There are 70 flats for rent in Nairobi Central, Nairobi listed right now on Kenya Property Centre.
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Kenya Property Centre Rent Index, September 2026 release, Kenya Property Centre, https://kenyapropertycentre.com/market-trends/average-prices/for-rent/flats-apartments/nairobi/nairobi-central#release-2026-09
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