Apartments in Westlands: 2026 Rent Guide by Unit Size

If you are looking for apartments in Westlands, current 2026 listing evidence places the indicative asking rent at approximately KES 111,000 per month for a one-bedroom, KES 174,000 for a two-bedroom, and KES 244,000 for a three-bedroom. These figures come from live BuyRentKenya rental pages checked on 19 October 2026. They are asking-price indicators, not signed lease prices, formal valuations, or guarantees of availability.

The range is wide because Westlands includes different sub-areas, buildings, sizes, furnishing levels, service packages, and apartment standards. A standard unfurnished unit should not be compared directly with a serviced or fully furnished apartment. Before choosing a home, compare the total monthly cost, building services, location, transport route, deposit, and included utilities.

Quick Westlands rent guide for 2026

The following figures summarise current portal evidence by unit size:

These are the averages and typical sizes displayed on the relevant BuyRentKenya one-bedroom Westlands page, two-bedroom Westlands page, and three-bedroom Westlands page. The portal pages contain listing examples at both lower and higher prices, so the figures should be used as starting points for comparison rather than as fixed market rates.

For a purchase-price comparison, read WinOak's guide to how much apartments cost in Westlands. That article covers a different decision from this guide, which focuses on renting.

How much is a one-bedroom apartment in Westlands?

BuyRentKenya's live Westlands one-bedroom search showed 293 listings and described average rents of approximately KES 111,000 per month, with typical sizes near 70 square metres. Visible examples included a one-bedroom in Kitisuru at KES 45,000 per month, a serviced one-bedroom on Sports Road at KES 130,000, and furnished units above KES 200,000 per month.

The difference between these examples is not only the number of rooms. Location, floor area, furniture, service charge, cleaning, internet, backup power, parking, security, and shared amenities can all change the price. A renter comparing a KES 45,000 unit with a KES 200,000 serviced apartment is comparing different products.

Ask whether the advertised rent includes service charge, water, internet, cleaning, parking, or access to amenities. If these are separate, calculate the total monthly cost before deciding that one apartment is cheaper.

How much is a two-bedroom apartment in Westlands?

BuyRentKenya's live Westlands two-bedroom search showed 734 listings and described average rents of approximately KES 174,000 per month, with typical sizes near 125 square metres. The visible listings included examples around KES 62,000, KES 130,000, KES 150,000, KES 220,000, KES 240,000, and KES 298,000 per month.

The lower end can include older buildings, smaller units, less central sub-areas, or apartments with fewer services. The higher end can include furnished, serviced, newly finished, larger, or amenity-rich apartments. The advertised price should therefore be read together with the unit size, exact road, furnishing status, parking allocation, and included services.

A two-bedroom apartment may suit a professional couple, small family, corporate tenant, or relocating resident. The best choice depends on the daily route and the way the space will be used. An apartment with a higher rent but shorter travel time, reliable power, and included services may have a lower total cost than a cheaper unit with expensive transport and additional utility charges.

How much is a three-bedroom apartment in Westlands?

BuyRentKenya's live Westlands three-bedroom search showed 716 listings and described average rents of approximately KES 244,000 per month, with an average size near 223 square metres. Visible examples included a three-bedroom in Kitisuru at KES 85,000 per month, a Parklands unit at KES 185,000, and furnished Westlands examples at KES 300,000, KES 330,000, and KES 350,000 per month.

Three-bedroom listings can serve different markets. Some are family homes with larger living areas and parking. Others are executive or furnished apartments aimed at corporate tenants and relocating residents. A high listing price may reflect furniture, housekeeping, gym access, a pool, a generator, larger floor area, or a premium road rather than simply an extra bedroom.

Before viewing, ask for the floor area, number of bathrooms, parking spaces, service-charge position, water arrangements, generator coverage, and any separate fees. Confirm whether the advertised figure is for the entire unit and whether a domestic staff quarter or extra room is included in the description.

What the wider Westlands rental trend shows

The Kenya Property Centre Westlands rental trend report reported a median listing price of KES 161,900 per month in September 2026 across 558 listings. It showed most listings between KES 123,600 and KES 233,000 per month.

The same report displayed KES 187,000 for September 2025, but Kenya Property Centre states that its counting method changed in September 2026. Earlier figures covered a smaller share of listings, while the new method counts every rental listed during the month. The September 2025 and September 2026 figures should therefore not be treated as a clean year-on-year comparison.

The report's value is that it provides a current market-wide median and explains its method. It does not replace a comparison of similar apartments. A median that combines different bedroom sizes, sub-areas, furnishing levels, and service packages cannot tell you what one particular unit should rent for.

Furnished, serviced, and unfurnished apartments

Westlands renters should separate three broad products. An unfurnished apartment usually has the lowest setup provided by the landlord and may suit a tenant who already owns furniture. A furnished apartment can command more because it includes beds, seating, appliances, curtains, kitchen equipment, and other items. A serviced apartment may also include cleaning, linen changes, internet, utilities, reception, or other hospitality-style services.

The current BuyRentKenya pages illustrate this spread. The one-bedroom page included a KES 130,000 serviced Sports Road example and furnished units above KES 200,000. The two-bedroom page included a KES 298,000 furnished unit, while the three-bedroom page included furnished examples at KES 300,000 or more. These are individual asking prices, not market averages.

When comparing properties, ask for a written schedule of what is included. Check whether electricity, water, internet, cleaning, parking, service charge, generator contribution, and shared-facility access are part of the quoted rent. A lower headline rent can become more expensive after separate monthly charges.

Does Westlands occupancy make it attractive to landlords?

The Nairobi Metropolitan Area Residential Report 2025 from Cytonn Research, published on 18 May 2025, reported FY 2024/25 Westlands apartment occupancy of 90.1%, average rental yield of 6.3%, average annual uptake of 14.5%, and average total returns of 10.6%.

These figures are useful investment-market indicators, but they are not current monthly rent quotes and they are not guarantees for an individual apartment. Occupancy is affected by building quality, location, price, tenant segment, maintenance, management, and the condition of the wider rental market. Rental yield also depends on the property's purchase price and operating costs.

A landlord should calculate gross and net performance separately. Gross rental income is the rent before expenses. Net income deducts vacancy, repairs, management, service charges paid by the owner, insurance, taxes, financing, and other operating costs. A high occupancy statistic does not remove the need for a property-specific cash-flow model.

Other costs to budget before renting

The monthly rent is only one part of the move-in decision. Ask about the deposit, rent payment schedule, service charge, parking fee, water, electricity, internet, garbage collection, access-card fees, and any moving or administration charges. The tenancy agreement should state which party pays each item.

A deposit is not uniform across every Westlands property. Do not assume that a term shown on one listing applies to all apartments. Ask the landlord or authorised agent for the exact amount, the conditions for refund, and the timeline for returning it after the tenancy ends.

Also budget for transport, furnishing, appliances, curtains, relocation costs, and repairs if the unit is not fully serviced. Visit the building at the times you normally travel. A unit can look affordable until commuting costs, traffic delays, paid parking, and internet installation are included.

How to compare a Westlands apartment before renting

Start with at least three to five genuinely comparable listings. Match the bedroom count, approximate floor area, furnishing status, exact sub-area, building age, parking, and included services. Record the advertised rent and the date checked because availability and prices change.

During the viewing, test water pressure, ask how backup power works, check mobile reception and fibre options, inspect locks and windows, and confirm the parking allocation. Ask about noise, construction, visitor access, security, lifts, fire exits, pets, and shared-facility rules.

Before paying, confirm the landlord or authorised agent and keep the written agreement, receipts, inspection record, and communication trail. If an agent is involved, verify their details through the Estate Agents Registration Board where possible. Do not transfer money solely because an online listing looks attractive.

Westlands rental checklist

Before signing, confirm:

• The exact monthly rent and payment date.
• The deposit amount and refund conditions.
• Whether service charge is included.
• Water, electricity, internet, parking, and generator costs.
• The unit's floor area and actual number of rooms.
• Furniture, appliances, and repairs included in the handover.
• Security, visitor access, fire exits, lifts, and backup-water arrangements.
• Pet, noise, short-stay, and subletting rules.
• Notice period, renewal terms, and maintenance responsibilities.
• The name and authority of the person receiving payment.

Conclusion

Current 2026 portal evidence places the indicative asking rent for apartments in Westlands at about KES 111,000 per month for a one-bedroom, KES 174,000 for a two-bedroom, and KES 244,000 for a three-bedroom. The actual figure for a specific apartment can be lower or higher depending on its location, size, condition, furnishing, services, parking, and building facilities.

Use these numbers as a screening guide, not as a valuation or promise of availability. Compare like with like, calculate the total monthly cost, and verify the lease terms before paying. For landlords, the 2025 occupancy and rental-yield evidence supports careful Westlands research, but it does not guarantee the performance of an individual unit.

You can review WinOak's current property listings and market yields when comparing rental opportunities. If you need help finding or evaluating a Westlands apartment, contact WinOak Realty with your preferred unit size, budget, furnishing requirement, and move-in date.

Sources, methodology, and limitations

This article was prepared by the WinOak Research Team and last verified on 19 October 2026. Current unit-size indicators were taken from the live BuyRentKenya one-bedroom Westlands listings, two-bedroom Westlands listings, and three-bedroom Westlands listings. The pages reported 293, 734, and 716 listings respectively, with approximate average asking rents of KES 111,000, KES 174,000, and KES 244,000. The portal's displayed typical or average sizes were approximately 70 m², 125 m², and 223 m².

The wider rental trend section uses Kenya Property Centre's Westlands rental price report, which reported a September 2026 median listing price of KES 161,900 across 558 listings. Its report explains that the counting method changed in September 2026, so the displayed September 2025 and September 2026 figures are not treated as a direct year-on-year comparison.

The occupancy and yield section uses Cytonn Research's Nairobi Metropolitan Area Residential Report 2025, published on 18 May 2025. Its Westlands figures relate to FY 2024/25 residential research and are not current rent quotes or individual investment guarantees.

The article uses asking-price and listing evidence. It is not a survey of signed leases, a formal valuation, legal advice, tax advice, financial advice, or an investment recommendation. Availability, prices, building rules, included services, and rental terms should be verified directly before making a decision.

Featured image credit: Mwabonje Ringa via Pexels image page. Pexels licence. Image downloaded 19 October 2026. The cityscape is illustrative and is not a specific Westlands property or WinOak listing.