Affordable Houses for Rent in Juja, Kiambu | 2025 Listings

Discover affordable houses for rent in Juja, Kiambu County, with monthly rents starting from Ksh 15,000. This university town offers budget-friendly 1-3 bedroom houses near JKUAT and shopping centers, ideal for students and young families. Most rentals require 1-2 months deposit with separate utility payments.

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3bdrm Bungalow in Gachororo for rent
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4bdrm Maisonette in Kenyatta Road, Juja for rent
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  • KES 120,000
3bdrm Bungalow in Mugutha Estate, Murera for rent
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3bdrm Bungalow in Juja for rent
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4bdrm Maisonette in Matangi Estate, Murera for rent
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3bdrm Bungalow in Kenyatta Road, Juja for rent
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1bdrm Apartment in Juja Farm, Kalimoni for rent
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5bdrm Maisonette in Juja for rent
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Affordable Houses for Rent in Juja

Juja offers some of the most economical rental options in Kiambu County, particularly catering to students from JKUAT and young working families. The area provides a unique blend of academic energy and suburban tranquility.

Juja Rental Market Profile

The rental market here is dominated by:

  • Student-focused bedsitters (Ksh 15,000-25,000/month)
  • 2-3 bedroom family houses (Ksh 30,000-50,000/month)
  • Shared apartments near campus (Ksh 8,000-15,000 per room)

Budget-Friendly Rental Options

House TypeAverage Monthly RentPopular AreasFeatures
BedsitterKsh 15,000-25,000Juja Town CenterShared bathroom, cooking space
1 BedroomKsh 20,000-35,000Kalimoni RoadSelf-contained, security
2 BedroomKsh 35,000-50,000Gachororo EstateCompound parking, garden

Living as a Tenant in Juja

  • Utility Costs: Average Ksh 3,000-5,000 monthly for water and electricity
  • Security Deposit: Typically 1-2 months' rent (refundable)
  • Amenities: Walking distance to supermarkets like Quickmart and Naivas
  • Transport: Matatus to Thika (Ksh 50) and Nairobi (Ksh 100)
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Frequently Asked Questions

The most affordable options are bedsitters (Ksh 15,000-25,000/month) and shared apartments where you rent single rooms (from Ksh 8,000/month). These are popular among JKUAT students.

Most budget rentals come unfurnished, though some bedsitters near campus include basic furniture like beds and study tables for slightly higher rents (add Ksh 2,000-5,000/month).

Kalimoni Road and areas around Gachororo Estate offer good value. Properties farther from JKUAT campus tend to be cheaper but still accessible via public transport.

Most affordable rentals require a refundable deposit of 1-2 months' rent plus the first month's payment upfront. Some student-focused accommodations may accept semester payments.

In most economical rentals, tenants pay electricity and water separately (average Ksh 3,000-5,000 monthly). Some include garbage collection in the rent.
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