Commercial Property for Rent in Roysambu | Nairobi 2025

Roysambu offers excellent commercial rental opportunities in Nairobi's northern suburbs, with a mix of office spaces, retail shops and light industrial units. Average monthly rents range from Ksh 30,000 for small shops to Ksh 250,000 for larger office spaces, with flexible lease terms of 1-3 years. The area benefits from good transport links along Thika Road and growing residential developments creating strong customer traffic.

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Commercial Property for Rent in Roysambu

Roysambu has emerged as one of Nairobi's most dynamic commercial rental markets, offering diverse business spaces along the busy Thika Road corridor. The sub-county provides excellent accessibility combined with growing residential populations that support retail and service businesses.

Business Environment for Tenants

The commercial rental market in Roysambu serves both local residents and commuters along the Thika Highway. Key advantages include:

  • High visibility locations along major roads
  • Growing middle-class residential developments
  • Proximity to Garden City Mall and other shopping centers
  • Good public transport connections via matatus and buses
  • 24-hour security in most commercial developments

Available Commercial Rentals

Property TypeMonthly Rent RangeTypical SizeLease Terms
Ground Floor Retail ShopKsh 40,000 - Ksh 120,000300 - 800 sq ft2-3 years
Office SpaceKsh 25,000 - Ksh 200,000200 - 1,500 sq ft1-5 years
Warehouse/GodownKsh 50,000 - Ksh 300,0001,000 - 5,000 sq ft3-5 years

Leasing Information

  • Security deposits: Typically equivalent to 2 months' rent plus one month's rent in advance
  • Service charges: Ksh 20-50 per sq ft/month for common area maintenance where applicable
  • Utilities: Most properties have pre-installed water and electricity meters (tenant pays consumption)
  • Fit-out period: Typically 1-2 months rent-free for tenant improvements before lease commencement

Tenant Considerations

The Roysambu commercial rental market has several unique aspects tenants should note:

  • Trading hours: Most shopping centers operate from 8am to 8pm daily (some allow extended hours)
  • Parking: Limited dedicated parking in older buildings - newer developments offer basement parking (typically Ksh 2,000-5,000/month per bay)
  • Signage: External signage often requires landlord approval and may be subject to local authority regulations
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Frequently Asked Questions

Small retail shops (300-500 sq ft) typically rent for Ksh 40,000-80,000 per month, while larger prime units can cost Ksh 100,000-150,000 monthly. Prices vary based on exact location within Roysambu and property quality.

Standard lease terms range from 1-3 years for smaller units up to 5 years for larger spaces like warehouses. Most landlords prefer minimum commitments of two years with options to renew.

Most commercial rents exclude utilities (water and electricity) which tenants pay based on meter readings. Some properties may include basic service charges for common area maintenance at Ksh 20-50 per square foot monthly.

Most landlords allow reasonable interior modifications with prior written approval. Structural changes are typically prohibited. Many leases include a fit-out period (1-2 months) where tenants can customize the space before paying full rent.

The area supports diverse businesses including retail shops (especially food/groceries), pharmacies, salons/barbershops, restaurants/cafes, offices (insurance agencies, clinics), hardware stores and wholesale outlets serving the growing residential population.
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