Renting in Kenya

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...

House hunting in Nairobi can be quite a hustle. In a city with millions of people and not so many developments coming up compared to this growing number, the demand for houses is becoming crazy. Finding something that is within budget, is comfortable, and comes with the right amenities is quite hard. And let’s not get started on the many conmen waiting to prey on innocent tenants. The housing market in...

Let me guess. You have saved up some money after years of working to buy a plot but you are not sure whether to continue renting and owning a home. Believe me you are not alone. One question that hits you in your midlife is that of whether you should buy a house or continue renting out. I really can't blame anyone, data from the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS) in 2024 shows that the...