Nairobi Estates That Recorded the Highest Rent Increases in the Last Three Months
Rental prices across many parts of Nairobi and its surrounding satellite towns rose sharply in the final three months of 2025, according to new property market data.
The increase was recorded between October and December and was largely driven by strong demand for housing, especially in Nairobi’s upmarket suburbs.
According to the Hass Consult Q4 2025 House Price Index report, released on Tuesday, January 27, rental prices in Nairobi’s suburban estates grew faster than those in satellite towns.
The report shows that landlords in several high-end neighbourhoods adjusted rents upwards as demand picked up after a relatively calm period earlier in the year.
Runda recorded the highest quarterly rent increase within Nairobi’s suburbs. House rents in the area went up by 3.1 per cent, making it the fastest-growing estate in terms of rental prices. Spring Valley followed closely, with rents rising by 2.8 per cent over the same period.
The growth in rental prices in both Runda and Spring Valley came after months of relative rent stability earlier in the year.
During that time, developers had focused on increasing housing supply in different parts of the city, which helped keep prices steady. However, renewed demand towards the end of the year pushed rents higher.
Other estates that experienced notable rent increases include Ridgeways and Muthaiga, where rental prices also rose by 2.8 per cent. These were followed by Lavington and Lang’ata, both recording a 2.6 per cent increase in house rents.
Further data from the report shows that rents also climbed in several other popular neighbourhoods. Kilimani saw rents increase by 2.6 per cent, while Gigiri followed with a 2.5 per cent rise. Loresho recorded a 2.3 per cent increase, and Kileleshwa posted a 2.2 per cent growth in rental prices.
Meanwhile, other well-known estates such as Nyari Estate, Karen, and Westlands also experienced rent increases, although at a slower pace.
Nyari Estate recorded a 1.4 per cent rise, Karen posted a 1.1 per cent increase, while Westlands saw a more modest growth of 0.6 per cent.
Commenting on the trend, HassConsult Chief Executive Officer Sakina Hassanali noted that Nairobi’s rental market has been improving steadily over the past two years. She explained that rental yields in the city have climbed above 7 per cent, after remaining between 5 and 6 per cent for many years.
She added that although property performance varies from one area to another, the overall shift shows stronger returns for landlords across Nairobi. This, she said, reflects changing market dynamics and growing confidence in the rental sector.
The report also shows that satellite towns around Nairobi recorded notable rent increases during the same period. Juja led among satellite towns with a 2.9 per cent increase, followed by Ongata Rongai at 2.8 per cent, and Athi River at 2.5 per cent.
Experts attribute the sudden rise in rental prices within Nairobi to several factors. These include rapid urbanisation, rising construction material costs, and high inflation, all of which have increased the cost of developing new housing units.
Additional drivers include improved infrastructure in many Nairobi suburbs, such as better roads and access to services, which has made these areas more attractive to tenants.
There is also growing demand for luxury apartments, particularly in satellite towns, as more residents seek modern housing options outside the city centre.
Overall, the report suggests that Nairobi’s rental market is entering a period of stronger growth, with both landlords and developers responding to rising demand across key residential areas.
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