Gross rental yield 4.4%. Similar 5-bed houses rent for about KSh 412.2K a month
−0.1 pts on last month
Gross yield: a year's typical asking rent divided by the typical asking price, before service charge, maintenance, agency fees, empty months and tax. Furnished and serviced lets are included.
- On last month
- +2.6%
- From KSh 110.2M in Sept 2026
- On a year ago
- Available from September 2027
- First month under this method: Sept 2026
- Listings
- 304
- 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
Monthly figure since September 2026
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.
Month by month
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| October 2026 Latest | KSh 113.1M | 4.4% | KSh 80.5M–KSh 153.3M | 304 | +2.6% | From Sept 2027 | 4 Nov 2026 |
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| September 2026 Linked month | KSh 110.2M | 4.5% | KSh 78.4M–KSh 151.2M | 299 | Not available | From Sept 2027 | 11 Oct 2026 |
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| August 2026 Previous method | KSh 98.2M | — | 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. | |
Sale 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 · 24 towns| Town | Figure | Gross yield | Typical range | On last month | Listings | Labels |
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| Westlands | KSh 90.3M | 5.2% | KSh 51.8M–KSh 125.5M | +2.6% | 198 |
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| Lavington | KSh 91.8M | 4.5% | KSh 69.7M–KSh 127.8M | +0.7% | 147 |
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| Karen | KSh 118M | 2.6% | KSh 87.4M–KSh 159.1M | +2.6% | 111 |
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| Kitisuru | KSh 74.8M | KSh 22.4M–KSh 117.8M | 0.0% | 36 |
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| Mugumo-Ini (Langata) | KSh 36M | KSh 22.1M–KSh 41.3M | −0.8% | 23 |
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| Kileleshwa | KSh 52.8M | KSh 39.7M–KSh 82.3M | −3.7% | 22 |
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| Parklands | — | — | — | — |
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| Kilimani | — | — | — | — |
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| Muthaiga | — | — | — | — |
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| Nairobi South | — | — | — | — |
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| Embakasi | — | — | — | — |
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| Roysambu | — | — | — | — |
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| Nairobi West | — | — | — | — |
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| Mountain View | — | — | — | — |
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| Spring Valley | — | — | — | — |
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| Thindigua | — | — | — | — |
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| Kasarani | — | — | — | — |
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| Kahawa North | — | — | — | — |
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| Airbase | — | — | — | — |
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| Imara Daima | — | — | — | — |
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| Eastleigh South | — | — | — | — |
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| Madaraka | — | — | — | — |
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| Ruai | — | — | — | — |
Not enough listings for October 2026
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Westlands KSh 51.8M–KSh 125.5M · 198 listings · Gross yield 5.2%KSh 90.3M +2.6%
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Lavington KSh 69.7M–KSh 127.8M · 147 listings · Gross yield 4.5%KSh 91.8M +0.7%
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Karen KSh 87.4M–KSh 159.1M · 111 listings · Gross yield 2.6%KSh 118M +2.6%
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KSh 74.8M 0.0%
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KSh 36M −0.8%
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KSh 52.8M −3.7%
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Listings today
325 5 bedroom houses for sale in Nairobi are listed right now.
House for sale
5 Bedroom House with Own Compound
5-bedroom house for sale -- joska rent-to-own Looking for a spacious family home in Joska with a flexible payment plan? This could be your opportunity to own! Joska, Kangundo Road 50 × 100 ft plot ️ 5 Bedrooms Spacious family home Own compound & ample parking Selling Price: KSh 10 Million Rent-to-own payment plan Deposit: KSh 5 Million Balance payable over 3 years Monthly instalments: KSh 130,000 The payment schedule and final balance can be structured and documented in the sale agreement. Why Joska? ️ Growing residential area ️ Easy access to Kangundo Road ️ Great for family living ️ Spacious 50×100 plot ️ Excellent long-term ownership opportunity
Townhouse for sale
5 Bedroom House Set on 1.1 Acres
Old muthaiga 5-bedroom house for sale Set on 1.1 acres in prestigious Old Muthaiga, near Muthaiga Golf Club. A rare opportunity to acquire a substantial residential property in one of Nairobi's established prime addresses. Price: Kes 500 million Viewing strictly by appointment Contact Regent:0718920450
Asking prices on live listings change through the month and are not used to work out the index figures above.
Popular questions
What is the median asking price for 5 bedroom houses in Nairobi?
The median asking price for 5 bedroom houses in Nairobi is KSh 113.1M, according to the Kenya Property Centre House Price Index, October 2026 release.
What is the typical range for 5 bedroom houses in Nairobi?
Half of the listings counted in October 2026 asked between KSh 80.5M and KSh 153.3M.
How did 5 bedroom houses in Nairobi change on last month?
The figure moved +2.6% on the previous month in the October 2026 release.
How many 5 bedroom houses in Nairobi are listed now?
There are 325 5 bedroom houses for sale in Nairobi listed right now on Kenya Property Centre.
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House Price Index, gross rental yield 4.4%, October 2026 release, Kenya Property Centre, https://kenyapropertycentre.com/market-trends/average-prices/for-sale/houses/nairobi?bedrooms=5#release-2026-10
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