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KENYA PROPERTY CENTRE RENT INDEX · SEPTEMBER 2026 RELEASE

Rent in Karen, Nairobi, Kenya Property Centre Rent Index

Median monthly asking rent for flats and houses across Karen, Nairobi, from listings live on any day of the month, or first published in it.

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Median monthly rent · September 2026 KSh 242.9K /month Typical: KSh 126.3K–KSh 404.2K Half of listings asked between these two rents.
Reconstructed
Reconstructed September 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
Not available
First month under this method
On a year ago
Available from September 2027
First month under this method: Sept 2026
Listings
238
Live on any day of Sept 2026, or first published in it
Month covered
September 2026
1–30 Sep 2026
Released
11 Oct 2026
Next release: 4 Nov 2026
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MEDIAN MONTHLY RENT

Monthly figure since September 2026

Median Typical range Previous method
Sept 2026 Previous method On last month Median KSh 242.9K Typical range KSh 126.3K–KSh 404.2K Tap a month to see its figures
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KSh 242.9K
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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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September 2026 Released 11 Oct 2026 · Latest
KSh 242.9K
KSh 126.3K–KSh 404.2K · 238 listings
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 243.1K
Range not published · —
On last monthNot comparable
On a year agoNot comparable
BREAKDOWN · SEPTEMBER 2026

Rent in Karen by size, type

By bedrooms

Live listings, not part of the index

Listings today

225 flats and houses for rent in Karen, Nairobi are listed right now.

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Cheapest live listing
Affordable Student Accommodation
3
KSh 10,000

Bedsitter (single room) for rent

Affordable Student Accommodation

Affordable student accommodation in karen -- only KSH 10,000! Looking for secure, affordable and convenient student accommodation in Karen? This could be perfect for you! Karen, Bogani Road Ideal for students at: - KSL - Jkuat - Catholic University of East Africa - Tangaza University - Cooperative University What you get: - Only KSh 10,000/month - 1-month deposit - Water included - Hot water - Free high-speed internet - Wardrobe - Working station + chair - Bathrooms & toilets available outside the rooms - Ample parking - Secure environment - Convenient Karen location a great option for students who want to save on accommodation without compromising on security and essential amenities.

Bogani Road, Karen, Nairobi
1 1
Rageoproperties
Priciest live listing
Hotel with Restaurant and Bar
2
KSh 1,500,000

Hotel / guest house for rent

Hotel with Restaurant and Bar

Prime commercial hotel to let -- karen fronting ngong road a rare hospitality opportunity in Karen, strategically positioned fronting Ngong Road with excellent visibility and accessibility. Prime frontage is a major advantage for a hotel, restaurant, conference facility or corporate hospitality business. Rent: KSh 1,500,000 per month Offers Invited! Property Features - 30 spacious all-ensuite rooms - Fully equipped commercial kitchen - Restaurant & Bar - Conference room - Ample parking area - Prime Ngong Road frontage - Ideal for hotel, boutique accommodation, corporate hospitality, restaurant & events Why This Property? This is not just a building --- it is an opportunity to step into a ready hospitality setup in one of Nairobi's most prestigious locations. Karen continues to attract hospitality, corporate and conference businesses, with comparable hotel properties currently marketed in the KSh 800K--1.2M+ monthly range. Serious hospitality operators & investors --- this deserves your attention.

Ngong Road, Karen, Nairobi
Rageoproperties

Asking prices on live listings change through the month and are not used to work out the index figures above.

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What is the median monthly rent for flats and houses in Karen, Nairobi?

The median monthly rent for flats and houses in Karen, Nairobi is KSh 242.9K a month, according to the Kenya Property Centre Rent Index, September 2026 release.

What is the typical range for flats and houses in Karen, Nairobi?

Half of the listings counted in September 2026 asked between KSh 126.3K and KSh 404.2K a month.

How many flats and houses in Karen, Nairobi are listed now?

There are 225 flats and houses for rent in Karen, 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/nairobi/karen#release-2026-09

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