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Syokimau Neighborhood Guide: Houses for Rent, Sale, and Social Amenities

Syokimau is a residential area near Nairobi. The area is named after the legendary Kamba prophetess and medicine woman Syokimau. Syokimau prophesied the coming of the British to Kenya and also the building of the old railway.

If you work in or near Nairobi, then one of the places you should consider residing in Syokimau. The area has state-of-the-art social amenities and facilities. It is also easily accessible by road. What's more, Syokimau houses for rent are priced reasonably.

Syokimau Location

Syokimau location map

Syokimau is located in Machakos County, south of Nairobi. Administratively, the area falls in Syokimau-Mulolongo and Mavoko constituency.

Leadership Status

Current MCA of Syokimau Mulolongo ward

The current MCA of the Syokimau Mulolongo ward is Nicholas Mutuku.

How to Get to Syokimau from Nairobi CBD

You can get to the area via train, taxi, matatu, or bus. Route 110 buses situated in Railways will take you to Syokimau at KES 70 during off-peak hours and KES 100 during peak hours.

πŸš† Commuter Train:

For those commuting from Nairobi to Syokimau, the commuter train offers services in the morning and evening helping you avoid heavy traffic on Mombasa Road. Adhere to the Syokimau train schedule.

How Far is Syokimau from Nairobi?

The distance between Syokimau and Nairobi is 16km. However, due to traffic jams, it takes 30 to 1 hour to get to the city centre.

Education Facilities

The Daniel School

1. The Daniel School

A pre-school and primary school, located along Katani Road.

2. PEFA Syokimau School

Sponsored by the PEFA Syokimau Community Church and offers quality primary education. Located next to Syokimau Shopping Centre.

3. Epren College of Professional Studies

Situated along Katani Road. Offers diploma courses in hairdressing and beauty, hair design, Business Administration, front office, nail technology, and hotel catering.

Other Notable Schools:

β€’ Notre Dame Primary School
β€’ Almasi School
β€’ Zuwena International School
β€’ Joy Crest Kindergarten
β€’ Syokimau Blessed Assurance Academy
β€’ St. Nicholas College

Healthcare Facilities

Syokimau Health Centre

1. Syokimau Health Centre

Situated along Katani Road. Offers outpatient, dentistry, pathology, paediatrics, and pharmacy services.

2. Katani Hospital

A multi-specialty hospital with a bed capacity of 144, situated along Katani Road.

3. Baspen Syokimau Cottage

Offers outpatient, inpatient, laboratory, maternity, pharmacy services, and nutritional clinics.

β€’ Gertrude's Children's Hospital
β€’ St Immaculate Clinic
β€’ Vantage Healthcare
β€’ AAR Healthcare
Nairobi Terminus located in Syokimau

Employment Opportunities

1. Sahalpack Industry

Offers branding and printing of label products and services in Kenya and the East Africa region. Located off Mombasa Road in Syokimau.

Norda Industries Ltd

2. Norda Industries Ltd

Manufactures high-quality snacks and is located along Mombasa Road in Syokimau.

β€’ Socabelec Eat Africa Ltd
β€’ Sanpac Africa Ltd
β€’ Mastermind Tobacco
β€’ Bett Company Ltd

Where to Shop

Gateway Mall Syokimau

Home to shopping stores, restaurants, clinics, banks, pharmacies, fashion stores, and clubs.

Signature Mall

Signature Mall

A diversified mall hosting local and international brands and cultures. Home to hotels, restaurants, shops, entertainment, and a good place to host events.

β€’ Naivas Supermarket
β€’ Twins Shopping Centre
β€’ Syokimart
β€’ Home Direct Supermarket
β€’ Quick Mart
β€’ Riverside Shop
β€’ Mboga Masters Grocery Store
β€’ Nafuu Supermarket

House Rent in Syokimau

Single room: KES 4,000
Bedsitter: KES 7,000+
1 bedroom: KES 10,000+
2 bedrooms: KES 25,000+
3 bedrooms: KES 30,000+
4 bedrooms: KES 40,000+
5 bedrooms: KES 45,000+
6 bedrooms: KES 50,000+
Own compound: KES 45,000+

Back to You

Syokimau is one of the best places you can live if you work in or near Nairobi. The area is covered by a good transport network which ensures you can easily access the CBD. If you want to escape traffic jams, you can use a train to and from the City.

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πŸ“‹ Syokimau Neighborhood Summary

Location: Machakos County, 16km from Nairobi
Transport: Train, Route 110 bus
Bedsitter: From KES 7,000
1 Bedroom: From KES 10,000
2 Bedroom: From KES 25,000
3 Bedroom: From KES 30,000
MCA: Nicholas Mutuku
Main Malls: Gateway Mall, Signature Mall
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