Renters

Ruaka is a growing Upper-middle class town located North-West of Nairobi CBD. It sits somewhere strategically owing to its proximity to high-end neighborhoods like Runda & Gigiri. Being just 15 kilometers from CBD and on the end of Northern-bypass and Limuru road has made it accessible to many. Over the past two-decades, Ruaka has transformed from a coffee plantation to one of Kiambu’s most promising...

A major determinant of where people choose to live is their income. And this makes a lot of sense, the more money you make, the more you have to spend on expenses such as housing. This explains why most areas always have economic similarities among their residents. Rents act like a filter of sorts, allowing some people in, while keeping others out of different areas. That being said, I think the best...

Langata is a suburb located 18km from Nairobi CBD along the Langata road. It is predominantly a middle-class area with a mix of lower and upper middle class residents calling the place home. The area has been made famous mostly due to its association with the Langata cemetery and many people rarely talk about the place. For this reason, Langata has gone unnoticed, but underneath the stereotype lies a...

Nairobi, and by extension Kenya, has a significant regional advantage that attracts NGOs and foreign companies. Factors such as Kenya's central positioning in East Africa make it a strategic command point for anyone looking to access the East African market. The heavy presence of the United Nations, NGOs, and other international organizations attracts more of these developmental agencies. With such a...

Ruiru is a satellite town located 25 kilometers north of Nairobi. It sits in Kiambu County, but the proximity to Nairobi and its “urban-like” environment has made it a part of the larger Nairobi metropolitan area. Ruiru began as an industrial town in the 90s but has slowly grown into a residential node over the years. With over 700,000 people, Ruiru is becoming a favorite for many people who want city...

Thika road has become one of Nairobi’s most popular corridors since 2013. What began as an ambitious infrastructure project by Kibaki’s government has redefined the property market along the towns it passes through. The accessibility brought about by the highway has led to the growth of unprecedented businesses, amenities, and support infrastructure. This combination of factors is what most renters...

Let me begin by saying that over 90% of Kenyans select where to live based on their workplaces. This means that people are forced to make due with poor living conditions provided they are close to their jobs. And I totally get it, no one wants to commute for over 2 hours to their workplace. Not considering the risk of always getting late and risking your job. However, if you are a remote worker, then you...

The job market has been changing over the years and now most jobs are moving online. The time, location and money freedom online jobs give is becoming very attractive. The thought of setting your own work time, where you live and getting paid in dollars has been the envy of many. In fact, 9-5 workers are leaving their jobs in their hundreds for the promise of the gig economy. Reports show that 1.2 – 1.9...

Let’s all face it; the cost of living has been rising sharply of late. If you are on a budget, saving even Ksh. 1,000 on rent can significantly help cover other bills. 1,000 on rent would go a long way in sorting other bills. That is why most Kenyans are looking for affordable housing options anywhere they can get one. Bedsitters happen to be a popular choice for students, first-time workers, or young...

We all have to start from somewhere and for many Kenyans, it is always at the bottom. That is why the market recognizes this and in many areas, you will find a house typology called a bedsitters. The term is derived from the fact that you can sit a bed in such a unit and continue with life. Anyone starting out their early career, in campus or wanting to save money but live decently always gravitates to...