Wealthy Kenyans are increasingly favoring six specific Nairobi estates for their residences, according to a recent report by global real estate consultancy firm Knight Frank. This surge in demand is driven by exclusivity, security, controlled development, and enhanced accessibility via the Nairobi Expressway.

• The preferred estates are Karen, Kitisuru, Loresho, Spring Valley, and Lavington.
• Knight Frank highlighted a 7.96% growth in prime residential rents in Nairobi for the first half of this year.
• The upcoming establishment of three additional United Nations (UN) headquarters in Nairobi by late 2026 is expected to further boost demand for premium housing from expatriates.
• Approved building plans for the first four months of 2025 increased by over Ksh10 billion year-on-year, reaching Ksh70 billion.