Best Estates to Live In Nairobi: Most expensive, for middle class and cheap

Nairobi is a great city endowed with many residential areas. There are however those which are more placed in terms of being strategic, facilities, security and other key factors worth consideration.

 

 

MUTHAIGA

• It has a good supply of fresh air assured by the presence of Karura forest nearby.
• It’s located nearly 6 Km from the Nairobi Central Business Centre.
• The estate has a Residents’ association which is keen on maintaining, developing and keeping the place secure.
• It’s also the home of the commonly known Muthaiga Golf Club.
• Its average rent is Kshs 350, 000 per month.

 

RUNDA

• It has a peaceful, calm and quiet environment.
• It comprises of a collectively large community.
• It’s one of the most secure estates in East Africa; secured by several barriers, 24/7 security on Kiambu Road, UN Avenue and Limuru Road.
• It’s only 14.5 Km from the CBD.
• Its average rent is Kshs 350, 000 per month.
• One of the most expensive areas to live in nairobi

KITISURU

• It’s a luxurious and green estate.
• It’s very preferable for families with kids who school in the International School of Kenya, Peponi School and Rosslyn academy since they are close to the estate in location.
• It’s also close to the UN complex and Village Market.
• It’s has very good security.
• It’s located 9.5 Km from the Nairobi CBD.
• Its average rent is Kshs 340, 000 per month.

NYARI ESTATE

• This is one exclusive, quiet, plush estate.
• It’s located just a few kilometers from Gigiri; which has diplomatic entities such as the UNEP, US embassy, and the Canadian High Commission.
• It’s also just 20 Km away from the Nairobi CBD.
• No Public Service Vehicles are allowed in the place.
• It’s comprised of spacious maisonettes with excellent furnishing. Beautiful gardens and swimming pools are also part of its show.
• Its average rent is Kshs 250, 000 per month.

KAREN

• It’s located 19 Km, south west of the Nairobi Central Business Centre.
• It’s a home of the well-known Nyumbani orphanage.
• Its average rent is Kshs 150, 000 per month.

Eastleigh

• Has been one of the most insecure estates to live in Nairobi. But since January 2017, no major insecurity incidence has been reported in the area.
• Its a good place to start business
• It is cheap to live

The cheapest place to live in nairobi though it is not among the best is Kibera slums.

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Nairobi is indeed a great place to live in. Outlined above are some of the greatest suburbs in the vicinity of Nairobi.