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Karen Neighborhood Guide: Houses for Rent, Sale, Social Amenities and More

Karen neighbourhood guide: houses for rent, sale, social amenities and more

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Karen is a suburb of Nairobi County. It is located 15 kilometres from the capital's city centre. The suburb is one of the most populous in the city and enjoys a relatively high level of infrastructure development in comparison to other parts of Nairobi.

Karen is a predominantly residential area with a mixture of low-rise buildings and high-rise buildings. There are a number of social amenities in the neighbourhood. The area has a diverse population that includes Kenyans from various ethnic groups, as well as expatriates from all over the world.

Karen neighborhood

Karen Map

Karen is one of the most prestigious areas, lying southwest of Nairobi CBD. It is home for diplomats, expatriates and top government officials. Karen has a mix of cultures ranging from Africans, Germans, Americans, Japanese, and Europeans, among others.

Karen neighbourhood guide map

Directions to Karen

The easiest and quickest way to get Karen is via a taxi or private means. This takes approximately 18 minutes. To get to Karen via public means, one will board matatu route number 24 at Kenya Bus Station (BS) or Kencom Stage.

Bus Stops in Karen:

• Karinde
• Kwa Farasi
• Karen Road Junction
• Karen Police Station
• Karen Catholic Church stage

Leadership Status in Karen

Leadership Status in Karen - MCA

The current MCA of Karen Ward is Hon. David Mberia.

Education Facilities in Karen

• Serare School
• St. Hannahs' Primary School
• Nairobi Montessori School
• St. Hannahs' High School
• West Nairobi School
• Waldorf Woodlands School
• Msingi Bora Kindergarten
• Panenka Kindergarten
• Light International School
• Nairobi Academy
• Hillcrest International

Colleges and Universities:

• KMTC Karen Campus
• Karen Institute College of Agriculture
• Bridgeworld College
• Karen Hospital Medical Training College
• Cooperative University
• JKUAT Karen Campus
• Africa International University
West Nairobi School

West Nairobi School

A mixed day school offering the American Curriculum from Kindergarten to the 12th grade.

Africa International University

Africa International University

A Christian University located along Rhino Park Close, Karen. Schools include: School of Theology, School of Economics and Business, School of Education, Arts & Social Sciences, and the Institute for the study of African Realities.

Health Facilities in Karen

• The Karen Hospital
• Karen End Medical Clinic
• St. Odilias Dispensary
• Amber Medical Clinics
• AAR Healthcare Karen
Karen Hospital

Karen Hospital

A multispecialty hospital that offers world-class medical treatment. Situated along Karen-Langata Road.

Amber Medical Clinics

Amber Medical Clinics

A private health care centre located in Karen (The Hub 1st floor). Services include: General outpatient, obstetrics, dental, and paediatrics.

Where to Shop in Karen

• The Hub Karen
• Karen Shopping Centre
• Karen Triangle Mall
• The Waterfront Karen
• Galleria Mall
• Foodies Supermarket
• Zucchini Greengrocers
• Good Neighbours
• Karen Choppers Supermarket
• Choices Supermarket
The Hub Karen Mall

The Hub Karen Mall

Situated along Dagoretti Road, Karen.

Karen Triangle Mall

Karen Triangle Mall

Located along Karen Road, off Ngong Road. The mall has several shops, clinics, stores, salons, barbershops, and chemists.

The Waterfront Mall Karen

The Waterfront Mall Karen

Maji Magic Aqua Park at the Waterfront mall, Karen.

Hotels, Restaurants, Clubs and Recreational Facilities

• Hemingways Nairobi
• Amelia Karen Hotel
• Karen Gables
• Shade Hotel
• Acacia Tree Lodge
• Karen Camp Hotel
• Msitu Bar
• Karen Blixen
• Afghan House
• Art Caffe
• Karen Country Club

Ngong Forest is also nearby for nature walks, team building, and recreation activities such as hiking.

Amelia Karen Hotel
Amelia Karen Hotel interior

Amelia Karen Hotel

Provides accommodation with a bar, restaurant, and free spacious parking. Located 200m from the Karen Shopping Centre.

Karen Country Club

Karen Country Club

Well equipped with a gym, swimming pool, tennis pitch and golf course. Has a restaurant and a good place to hold events and meetings such as weddings and birthday parties.

Financial Institutions in Karen

• I&M Bank
• Investment & Mortgages Bank Ltd
• Barclays Bank
• Standard Chartered Bank
• Equity Bank
• Stanbic Bank
• Commercial Bank of Africa
• Co-operative Bank
• KCB
• Ecobank
• Diamond Trust Bank
• Vine Sacco Society

Where to Get Your Hair and Nails Done

• Extreme Styling Studio
• Wacera Hair Salon
• Lavish Nail & Beauty Bar
• Emeldann Beauty Parlour & Salon
• Chris Allans Hair Stylist
• Mwaitu Spa, Salon, & Kinyozi
• Karen Executive Barbers
• Smart choice Salon & Barber Shop
• Destiny Super Cuts Kinyozi
Mwaitu Spa, Salon, & Kinyozi

Mwaitu Spa, Salon, & Kinyozi

Located in Bevin Centre along Karen Road.

Lavish Nail & Beauty Bar

Lavish Nail & Beauty Bar

Services offered include; massage, waxing, nail art, manicure, pedicure, gel application, and facials among others.

Worship Centres Located in Karen

• Karen Catholic Church
• Karen Vineyard Church
• Karen Community Church
• ACK
• KAG
• PCEA
• Mosque
• Redeemer Bible Church
• Nairobi Chapel Karen
• Christ is The Answer Ministries (CITAM Karen)
• Deliverance Church
Christ is The Answer Ministries

Christ is The Answer Ministries

Situated along Karen-Langata Road.

St. Francis Church Karen

St. Francis Church Karen

Located along Karen Boyani Road.

Safety in Karen

Karen is a safe neighbourhood with two police stations: Karen and Hardy Police Stations.

Petrol and Gas Stations in Karen

• Shell
• Petrocity Petrol Station
• Kobil Petrol Station
• Total service station
• Hass Petrol Station
• Kenol
Petrocity Petrol Station

Petrocity Petrol Station

Situated at Karen Round About, Ngong Road.

Hass Petrol Station

Hass Petrol Station

Located along Karen-Langata Road.

Real Estate Companies and Agencies

• Wendo Properties
• Linkup Properties
• Forthright Kenya Real Estate
• Zuri Properties
• Geoscape Global
• Karencom Properties
• Landmark Top Solutions
• Primeland Properties Limited
• Realcom Limited

Property for Buy or Rent Prices in Karen

Property DescriptionAmount (KES)
Average Rent 1 Bedroom Apartments30,000
Average Rent 2 Bedroom Apartments45,000
Average Rent 3 bedroom house80,000
Average Price -1/8 Acre plot10,000,000

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Bottom Line

Karen is a predominantly residential area with a mixture of low-rise buildings and high-rise buildings. There are a number of social amenities in the neighbourhood, and it's a good place to live.

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📋 Karen Neighborhood Summary

Location: 15 km from CBD
Transport: Route 24 from CBD
1-Bed Rent: ~KES 30,000
2-Bed Rent: ~KES 45,000
3-Bed Rent: ~KES 80,000
1/8 Acre Plot: ~KES 10,000,000
MCA: Hon. David Mberia
Main Malls: The Hub, Waterfront, Triangle
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