Rents in several Nairobi estates, including Ruaka, Kitengela, Upper Hill, and Lang'ata, have seen a decline over the past year. This trend contrasts with the general growth in apartment rents across most locations, indicating a fragmented residential market.

• Ruaka experienced the steepest annual apartment rental fall at 2.7 percent.
• HassConsult data attributes the drop to a supply glut, reduced corporate demand, and pressure on household incomes.
• Factors like hybrid working, increased tenant choice, and rising household costs are impacting landlords' pricing power, while areas like Athi River show strong rental growth.