On last month
−1.8%
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 304.5K
/month
Typical: KSh 167K–KSh 437.4K
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
- −1.8%
- From KSh 310.1K in Sept 2026
- On a year ago
- Available from September 2027
- First month under this method: Sept 2026
- Listings
- 739
- 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 304.5K
Typical range
KSh 167K–KSh 437.4K
On last month
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2020–Aug 2026: previous method, shown for context
Method changedMethod changed, Sept 2026
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| October 2026 Latest | KSh 304.5K | KSh 167K–KSh 437.4K | 739 | −1.8% | From Sept 2027 | 4 Nov 2026 |
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Rebuilt from listings archived at the time. First month under this method.
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| September 2026 Linked month | KSh 310.1K | KSh 171.9K–KSh 438.9K | 860 | 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 281.1K | 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 281.1K
On last monthNot comparable
On a year agoNot comparable
BREAKDOWN · OCTOBER 2026
Rent in Nairobi by size, type and area
By bedrooms Flats by bedrooms Houses by bedrooms
Towns in Nairobi Towns in Nairobi, houses, all sizes
Houses, all sizes · 27 towns| Town | Figure | Typical range | On last month | Listings | Labels |
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| Westlands | KSh 391.5K | KSh 245.1K–KSh 544.7K | +4.7% | 212 |
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| Karen | KSh 253.3K | KSh 131.1K–KSh 408.4K | −12.1% | 177 |
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| Lavington | KSh 346.4K | KSh 252.9K–KSh 432.2K | −2.9% | 126 |
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| Kitisuru | KSh 408.7K | KSh 359.8K–KSh 472.3K | +1.3% | 33 |
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| Kilimani | KSh 168.3K | KSh 110.8K–KSh 222K | +1.8% | 33 |
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| Spring Valley | KSh 363.2K | KSh 273.9K–KSh 430.4K | +1.4% | 32 |
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| Nairobi Central | KSh 215.2K | KSh 161.5K–KSh 292K | −1.9% | 26 |
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| Kileleshwa | KSh 191.2K | KSh 152.3K–KSh 267.6K | +1.2% | 25 |
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| Muthaiga | KSh 310.1K | KSh 211K–KSh 489.1K | −10.5% | 22 |
Small sample
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| Embakasi | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for October 2026
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| Ngara | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for October 2026
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| Imara Daima | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for October 2026
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| Parklands | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for October 2026
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| Mountain View | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for October 2026
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| Nairobi West | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for October 2026
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| Nairobi South | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for October 2026
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| Upper Savanna | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for October 2026
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| Mugumo-Ini (Langata) | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for October 2026
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| Karura | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for October 2026
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| Ngando | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for October 2026
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| Roysambu | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for October 2026
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| Thindigua | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for October 2026
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| Madaraka | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for October 2026
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| Kahawa West | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for October 2026
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| Eastleigh North | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for October 2026
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| Kasarani | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for October 2026
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| California | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for October 2026
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Westlands KSh 245.1K–KSh 544.7K · 212 listingsKSh 391.5K +4.7%
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Karen KSh 131.1K–KSh 408.4K · 177 listingsKSh 253.3K −12.1%
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Lavington KSh 252.9K–KSh 432.2K · 126 listingsKSh 346.4K −2.9%
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KSh 408.7K +1.3%
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KSh 168.3K +1.8%
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KSh 363.2K +1.4%
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KSh 215.2K −1.9%
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KSh 310.1K −10.5%
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Live listings, not part of the index
View all 809 listings
Listings today
809 houses for rent in Nairobi are listed right now.
Cheapest live listing
8
KSh 27,000
House for rent
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Waiyaki Way, Mountain View, Nairobi
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Royal Sky Realtors
Priciest live listing
13
KSh 47,000,000
House for rent
Executive 4-Bedroom Plus DSQ Maisonette
Havillah Land Properties -- Lavington 4 Bedroom + DSQ Luxury Maisonette for Sale KSh 47,000,000 (Slightly Negotiable) Step into luxury living in the heart of Lavington! This 4-bedroom all-ensuite maisonette is more than a home --- it's a lifestyle. Designed with elegance, comfort, and functionality in mind, it offers a serene escape while keeping you connected to the best the city has to offer. From the spacious living areas to the closed, fully-fitted gourmet kitchen, every detail is crafted to impress. Enjoy privacy with all-ensuite bedrooms, entertain in style, and relax knowing you're in a secure gated community of only 12 exclusive homes. Home Highlights: 4 Bedrooms -- all ensuite for unmatched comfort Modern, closed & fully-fitted kitchen Spacious DSQ with private entry 2 dedicated parking spaces Huge water capacity (6,000L + 3,000L + 3,000L + 900L) with automatic pumps Community & Location: Secure gated estate -- only 12 units Monthly service charge: KSh 8,000 Prime Lavington address -- minutes to top schools, malls, restaurants & hospitals Call/WhatsApp: 0702 763 336 Your dream home awaits in Lavington.
Lavington, Nairobi
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Havillah Land Properties
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 houses in Nairobi?
The median monthly rent for houses in Nairobi is KSh 304.5K a month, according to the Kenya Property Centre Rent Index, October 2026 release.
What is the typical range for houses in Nairobi?
Half of the listings counted in October 2026 asked between KSh 167K and KSh 437.4K a month.
How did houses in Nairobi change on last month?
The figure moved −1.8% on the previous month in the October 2026 release.
How many houses in Nairobi are listed now?
There are 809 houses for rent in Nairobi 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/houses/nairobi#release-2026-10
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