Need apartment in Nairobi

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Member since 22 May 2009

Canadian_In_KenyaNew member22 May 2009 01:12:07

Hi there,

I am a recent graduate moving to Nairobi in October for a six month journalism internship and am looking for advice on where to look for apartments.

I think my budget for a furnished apartment is between 45,000 and 65,000 KSH... any insight into what I can get for that?

I'll be working with the Nation Media Group and have had someone recommend I live in Hurlingham (?)

Any advice would be much appreciated... website links or email contacts would be ideal.

Any other advice on living in Nairobi would also be appreciated

Thanks in advance!

per14 Guest

per14Guest22 May 2009 06:13:09

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Yep !! Hurlingham, Kilimani or Lavington areas are fine because it's close to city center. Otherwise, Parklands and Westlands, but it's crowded.

They are many many appartments free in Nairobi, they grow like mushrooms here. Just Google for some agencies based in Nairobi and just do a bulk emails or visit Mambogani's pages - http://www.mambogani.com/property/prope … _kenya.php

Finding a furnished falt at this price will be a little difficult since prices are going up like crazy.

Peperuka

Canadian_In_Kenya New member

Member since 22 May 2009

Canadian_In_KenyaNew member25 May 2009 03:22:05

Thanks! Very helpful... the search continues.

Any other advice for someone new to Nairobi? Places to go/avoid, restaurants/pubs/sights to experience, anything "classically Nairobi" or "insider's tips" if you will.

Thanks again!

mharas New member

Member since 26 May 2009

mharasNew member13 June 2009 15:36:31

dear sir,
would you prefer ngumo estate, its around 15 minutes drive to Nairobi or from Nairobi. ngumo estate is located near hurlingham and i can be in a position to help you get a furnishd appartment there.

Canadian_In_Kenya New member

Member since 22 May 2009

Canadian_In_KenyaNew member19 June 2009 23:13:25

What size apartment? What is the rent? Is that a safe area?

nereahodera New member

Member since 11 August 2009

nereahoderaNew member13 August 2009 18:48:47

i am not sure ngumo would be so safe for an expat. Are you still searching for a house?

Canadian_In_Kenya New member

Member since 22 May 2009

Canadian_In_KenyaNew member13 August 2009 21:10:09

Yes still looking... won't settle on a place until I arrive October 1 though.

Do you have a suggestion in mind? Any help is appreciated!

sin 27 New member

Member since 15 September 2009

sin 27New member15 September 2009 11:03:45

Hi!

I am also looking for a place and willing to share; I am French and should be in Kenya around the end of September.

I lived in Nairobi the all of last year but since the place I was in before returning home for some time has increased its rents tremendously, I have to find another house.

Are you thinking of sharing?
Please let me know,

Thank You,
S.

RKay10 New member

Member since 30 June 2010

RKay10New member30 June 2010 14:48:45

>>>FURNISHED,SERVICED APARTMENT near westlands Kshs. 35,000

Ideal for single lady/gent for short term stay (2-6 months)....Price inclusive of utilities and shopping, call Rose on 020-8057558

Julien Founder

Member since 11 March 2005

17 years of happy life abroad

JulienFounder30 June 2010 18:59:26

#10

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Rkay10, could you please post in the classifieds? Thanks

Mayuriw Member

Member since 26 March 2011

MayuriwMember28 March 2011 11:52:40

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hello...me and my family are thinking of moving to nairobi..hubby's got a good job offer.Pls suggest good areas for stay.Iam an indian and have a 4 month old daughter.The areas should be safe, apartments furnished with more expat communities, parks neasrby and close to the city center for grocery shopping.Kindly suggest

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