Langata Map
About Langata
Located about 18 Kilometres by road from the Nairobi Central Business District, Langata is one of the major fastest growing towns located along Langata Road. It is a majorly middle-class residential suburb of Nairobi.
Langata has all kinds of residential units such as single rooms, bedsitters for rent in Langata, one bedroom for rent in Langata, two bedrooms, godowns in Langata for rent, and also others that are for sale, such as maisonettes, gated communities, own compound houses, townhouses, block of flats for sale in Langata, etc
It also is a commercial center as well.
It covers an area of about 223 square kilometers and is connected to Nairobi via Langata road.
It is located in Nairobi County and sits an average of 1565 meters above sea level. It is a constituency within Kiambu county forming one among Kiambu’s twelve constituencies.
It is located at the east of Karen
It lies mainly along the similarly named Langata Road, which runs from the Mombasa Road junction at Nyayo Stadium to Karen Shopping Centre, at the Ngong Road junction. However, the area known as Langata terminates at the Magadi Road Junction at the Galleria Mall.
LANGATA CONSTITUENCY
Langata constituency has common boundaries with the Kibera Division of Nairobi. The entire constituency is located within Nairobi County. The constituency has an area of 223 km2 (86.1 sq mi). It was known as Nairobi South Constituency at the 1963 elections but since the 1969 elections it has been known as Langata Constituency.
Kibera, Kenya's largest slum, borders Langata constituency and was part of it before the creation of the Kibra Constituency by the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission.
The affluent suburb of Karen and the mainly middle-class Langata suburb is part of Langata Constituency, along with the Nairobi National Park and Lang'ata Barracks, which housed the King's African Rifles during British colonial rule.
NEIGHBOURHOOD AND BORDERING ESTATES WITHIN LANGATA
Langata is bordered by neighboring estates within Mombasa road and Langata Road such as South C, Karen, Ongata Rongai, and Madaraka
Lang'ata is a predominantly middle-class residential suburb of Nairobi in Kenya. The suburb consists of many smaller housing developments, referred to as estates. They include Nairobi Dam, Otiende, Southlands, Ngei, Jambo estate, Onyonka, Madaraka Estate, Kutch Prant, Rubia, NHC Langata, Akiba, Sun Valley, Royal Park, and many others. These developments are primarily maisonettes or apartment blocks.
HOUSES IN LANGATA
Due to the population increase experienced in Langata, there have been rapid but affordable housing developments within Langata.
The price of single rooms for rent in Langata ranges from between 2500 to 6000 depending on size, style and amenities offered.
Bedsitters for rent in Langata have a price range of between 15000 to 20000 depending on the location within Langata, size, architecture, and amenities offered.
Modern One bedrooms for rent in Langata have a price range of between 22k to 35k. Though cheaper ones could still be found. The prices depend on closeness to Langata Road, size, style, and architecture, and the amenities offered.
Modern two bedrooms for rent in Langata have a price range of between 28k to 45k. Though cheaper ones could still be found. The prices depend on closeness to Langata Road, size, style, and architecture, and the amenities offered.
Three bedroom in Langata and above units for rent in could range from between 35k up to 70 k depending on the amenities offered.
Others include maisonettes and units in their own compounds that vary in pricing due to the factors above.
Four-bedroom houses and apartments for rent in Langata could range from between 65k up to 110 k depending on the amenities offered.
Five-bedroom houses and apartments for rent in Langata could range from between 80k up to 180 k depending on the amenities offered.
Some units also come with free wifi or wifi installed, Dstv plug-in connection, servant quatres detached, etc.
Most housing units within Langata have water and electricity being available throughout and have ample parking space.
LANGATA HOUSES AND LAND FOR SALE
Real estate for sale within Langata has shot up from previous years as a result of the rapid population growth and infrastructural developments.
3 bedroom apartments and houses for sale in Langata start from 10m all the way to 35m depending on the amenities and location
Examples include this 3 bedroom in Langata for sale and 3 bedrooms in Langata for sale
4 bedroom houses and apartments for sale in Langata start at 18m to 40m depending on location, size, and amenities
Examples include this 4 bedroom townhouse for sale in Langata, this 4 bedroom for sale in Langata
5 bedroom houses and apartments for sale in Langata have their prices starting from 30m to 55m depending on location, size, and amenities. Examples include this 5 bedroom in Langata for sale
Langata also has affordable houses that are for sale whose prices start from 7m. You could also hire a contractor or a home builder to help you build your house for a cheaper rate depending on the terms agreed.
Block of flats for sale in Langata start from 12m to 70m depending on the occupancy of the building, rental income, amenities offered, etc
Examples of these flats include this block of flat in Langata for sale,
Lands for sale in Langata start at 400000 upwards for a 1/8 acre depending on location and nearby amenities offered such as nearness to water and if it is near town etc.
Examples include this land in Langata land for sale, and this Land for sale in Langata kamakis
Maisonettes for sale in Langata start from 16m to 30m depending on the occupancy of the building, rental income, amenities offered
Examples of such maisonettes are this 4 bedroom in Langata bypass and 4 bedroom in Langata for sale
Gated community houses for sale in Langata also fall in the same bracket.
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SPORTING FACILITIES NEAR Langata
Langata is home to some local stadiums that you can always pay a visit if you are either a sportsperson or a sports fan.
- Nyayo National Stadium, a multipurpose sports complex.
Some of the sporting activities offred in Nyayo Stadium include;
1 Swimming games as it has a 50 by 25 swimming pool
2 . Football/ Soccer matches that are majorly used by the local premier league clubs and also International matches
3. Handball games
4. Indoor gymnasium where people can practice martial arts etc
5. Handball
6. Volleyball
7. Chess and other indoor games eg badminton etc
NOTABLE LANDMARKS WITHIN LANGATA
The following are some of the notable buildings located in Langata
1. Nyayo National Stadium-
2. Wilson Airport- The airport serves domestic and international traffic. It is used mostly by general aviation traffic. Industries that use Wilson Airport extensively include tourism, health care and agriculture. Wilson Airport averages traffic of around 120,000 landings and take-offs annually.
3 T-Mall- a shopping and recreation complex situated at the junction of Mbagathi and Langata Roads.
4. Langata Army Barracks- Home to Maroon Commandos
5. Kenya Wildlife Services Headquatres at the Nairobi National Park
6. Langata Cemetry
SHOPPING CENTRES NEAR Langata
Some of the notable shopping centres within Langata include
1. Spur Mall-Hosts Naivas Supermarket as their anchor tenant, wherein you can find all kinds of trade items, groceries, foodstuff, etc. It is a state of the art shopping complex
2. Kimbo Shopping centre- A vibrant and diverse shopping center with an array of items to be bought eg foodstuffs, groceries, shoes, etc
3. Toll shopping centre- A shopping mall within Langata that has a huge number of items to be bought eg furniture etc
4. Kagina Business Centre- You can shop for almost all kinds of merchandise under one roof.
5. Kabuku shopping center- A cool shopping center with a vast variety of fresh produce
HOSPITALS NEAR LANGATA
Some of the hospitals located near Langata that you can access for your medical needs include
1. Langata Hospitals- Offer medical examinations eg screening, maternity, etc. Offer 24 hours emergency medical care services
2. Montazari Hospital Offer medical services such as dialysis, minor surgeries, blood testing, etc. Prices are also affordable.
3 Karen Hospital -Offer maternity, blood test, dialysis, etc. Prices are affordable and the environment is also clean
NEARBY SCHOOLS WITHIN LANGATA
Some of the nearby schools and educational facilities near Langata include
There are also several primary schools in the area, both PUBLIC and private. These include;
- Langata West Primary School, located in Ngei I.
- Langata Road Primary School is found along the similarly named road, right opposite Wilson Airport and adjacent to Weston Hotel
- Uhuru Gardens Primary, located opposite the Uhuru Gardens.
- Ngei Primary School located in Ngei II, next to Southlands Estate.
- Briar Rose Academy, a private kindergarten and primary school located between Royal Park Estate and Sun Valley Estate.
- PCEA Langata Junior School, a private school.
- Langata High School- a public secondary school found in the Southlands Area.
Security in Langata
Langata is majorly a secure town having nearby police stations and all.
If you however need to beef up security for your residential place or business you can check with some of the local security companies
TRANSPORT TO Langata FROM NAIROBI
Langata is located about 18 kilometers from CBD Nairobi. To get to Langata you can board the matatu nissans located just next to Aya Centre Building along Tom Mboya Street. Fares are usually 50 bob.
From Langata to Nairobi fare usually ranges from between 50 bob to 70 bob depending on the time of day.
CLUBS, RECREATIONAL AND ENTERTAINMENT FACILITIES NEAR Langata
Club M's - Usually jammed due to their strategic location
Artic Bar and Restaurant- Offer drinks and meals. Play good music
Billionaire Lounge - Located at the 2nd street sunrise avenue. Known for its great looking ambience and wonderful customer service. Serve affordable drinks and a great place to host parties.
The Twist Bar and Grill Karen- One among the finest clubs in Langata. Well lit and has a spacious dance floor
Rovers Club - Has a nice place to chill and relax. Play good music and offer a scenic view of Thika road
NEARBY BANKING AND FINANCIAL SERVICES WITHIN Langata
Langata is well serviced with a great number of banking and financial services. Some of which include;
1. Equity Bank LTD Langata Branch - You can contact them via 0202450601
2. Family Bank Langata
3. National Bank Langata
4. Post Bank Langata
5. KCB Bank
PROS OF STAYING IN Langata
Closeness to many social amenities- Langata is near shopping , churches and schools eg Langata Primary school, Some of which is a walking distance away from Langata town
2. Majorly secure. Langata is majorly secure being bordered with the regional police headquarters in Kasarani just a few kilometres away.
3.Most residential units have no water issues- Langata is one of the few Nairobi estates that lack water issues. On most apartments in Langata water is available throughout.
4. Affordable housing units- Depending on the strength of your pocket, most apartments and bedsitters in Langata are affordable.
5. A developing area- Langata is becoming one of the major developing towns in Kenya
CONS OF STAYING IN GITHURAI 44
On rush-hour periods, Mombasa Road jam could be a major issue.
Houses can be quite pricey
Distance to the CBD from the daily commute to and fro can be relatively expensive.
Conclusion
Langata is a middle-income suburb residential area with good scenic views and nicely developing real estate.