Neighborhood Guides

Ruaka Town

Ruaka Neighborhood Guide

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...

Langata Neighborhood Guide

Langata Neighborhood Guide

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...

Ruiru town

Ruiru Neighborhood Guide

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...

Syokimau Neighborhood Guide

Syokimau Neighborhood Guide

Syokimau is one of the most popular satellite towns outside Nairobi. It is located in Machakos County and is adjacent Mombasa road. The area has really grown with infrastructure expansions such as the express-way and dualling of the road network in the area. Syokimau borders Nairobi to the west, Mlolongo to the East and Nairobi National park to the South.    History of the area This area...

Buru buru neighborhood guide

Buruburu Neighborhood Guide

Buruburu is one of Nairobi’s most known and historical estates dating back to the 1960’s. It is located within Embakasi West Sub-County, Nairobi County. Locally referred to as “Buru”, it has earned a spot as Eastland’s crown jewel with its gated estates and well-to-do inhabitants. The controlled development in the area has also made it attractive especially for families seeking a secure home for...

Utawala Neighborhood Guide

History of Utawala Utawala is one of the localities located in Embakasi, east of Nairobi. Being about 16 kilometers from Nairobi CBD makes the area very accessible and has attracted many inhabitants over time. Utawala got its name from the Administrative police college in the area. The area begun like any other satellite town near Nairobi, with scattered houses, poor infrastructure and scarce...

Umoja Area Guide

Umoja Neighborhood Guide

Umoja is one of Nairobi’s suburb that is located about 8 km from CBD in the Eastlands area. It is part of the larger Embakasi sub-county and is divided into three localities: Umoja 1, Umoja 2, and Umoja Innercore. People often move here due to its proximity to Nairobi and the affordable housing options available. History of Umoja Umoja’s history dates back to the times when Nairobi was a...

Tatu City

Tatu City Guide, Kenya’s Modern Urban Revolution

When you hear about Tatu City, what comes to mind? For many people it is often a city with many rules; to some it is a safe haven for local celebrities. But for the majority of people, they just don’t know, and I don’t blame them. Tatu City has been sort of hidden to many, as it is nestled within the outskirts of Nairobi. There are no public service vehicles passing in Tatu City, and so, it has been...

Kasarani Neighborhood guide

Kasarani Neighborhood Guide

Kasarani is a middle income neighborhood situated 12 kilometers from Nairobi CBD. It is a mixed-use area with many residential, commercial and retail developments. What makes Kasarani attractive to most investors is the fact that it is the second most populated sub-county in Nairobi. The middle income residents plus the population makes it good for any investor.     Political...

Parklands area map

Parklands Neighborhood Guide

Parkland's history spans from the colonial era in Kenya. The locality was famous for hosting civil servants. Unknown to many is that Parklands draws its name from the proximity to City Park. Since the 2000s, Parklands has grown from just a residential area into a mixed use suburb. It features a blend of commercial and residential properties. Moreover, its proximity to the CBD coupled with reasonably...

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