{"id":8549,"date":"2024-04-26T08:24:29","date_gmt":"2024-04-26T08:24:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/property254.co.ke\/blogs\/?p=8549"},"modified":"2024-06-25T06:02:05","modified_gmt":"2024-06-25T06:02:05","slug":"githurai-neighborhood-guide-all-you-need-to-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/property254.co.ke\/blogs\/githurai-neighborhood-guide-all-you-need-to-know\/","title":{"rendered":"Githurai Neighborhood Guide : All You Need to Know"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Githurai is located at the border of Kiambu County and Nairobi County approximately 15 kilometers from Nairobi CBD. It is divided into two main sections, Githurai 44 and Githurai 45.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Githurai 44 falls under Roysambu Constituency, Kasarani sub-county in Nairobi County while Githurai 45 is in Ruiru constituency Githurai sub-county, Kiambu County. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is densely populated, with most residents being low-income earners and middle-income earners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-map-of-githurai-neighborhood\"><strong>Map of Githurai Neighborhood<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-transport-to-githurai-from-nairobi\"><strong>Transport to Githurai from Nairobi<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on the time of the day, the fare price ranges from Ksh20 to Ksh80.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-house-prices-in-githurai\"><strong>House prices in Githurai<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Bedsitters in Githurai 44 range from between 4500 to 12000. They come with all amenities such as internet connection, parking and security. Some bedsitters come with inbuilt wardrobes while others do not, depending on the price and type of building.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One-bedroom units in Githurai 44&nbsp; range from 8500 to 15000. They also come with a garden variety of requirements such as ample parking space, internet connection and inbuilt wardrobes, with water and electricity being available throughout, or certain periods of the week, depending on the type of house.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Two bedrooms in Githurai 44 range from 12000 to 25000. They also come with a garden variety of requirements such as ample parking space, internet connection and inbuilt wardrobes, with water and electricity being available throughout,&nbsp; or certain periods of the week, depending on the type of house.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>SECURITY IN GITHURAI<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Over recent years, security has improved in Githurai &nbsp;unlike the previous years, so majorly it is a <a href=\"https:\/\/property254.co.ke\/blogs\/6-incredible-ways-to-find-a-real-estate-mentor\/\" title=\"Incredible Ways to Secure a Real Estate Mentor and Propel Your Career\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">secure estate<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-pros-of-staying-in-nbsp-githurai\"><strong>PROS OF STAYING IN&nbsp;GITHURAI<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The following are some of the advantages that may accrue to you for staying in Githurai<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Closeness to shopping amenities such as TRM, Mountain mall, Hospitals, churches and schools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Majorly secure. Githurai &nbsp;is majorly secure being bordered with the regional police headquarters in Kasarani just a few kilometres<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Affordable housing units- Depending on the strength of your pocket, most apartments and bedsitters in Githurai are affordable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-wp-embed is-provider-embed wp-block-embed-embed\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"zEiiCKc0Hu\"><a href=\"https:\/\/property254.co.ke\/blogs\/buruburu-neighborhood-guide-all-you-need-to-know\/\">Buruburu Neighborhood Guide : All You Need to Know<\/a><\/blockquote><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; visibility: hidden;\" title=\"&#8220;Buruburu Neighborhood Guide : All You Need to Know&#8221; &#8212; Property254 by Tulia Real Estate\" src=\"https:\/\/property254.co.ke\/blogs\/buruburu-neighborhood-guide-all-you-need-to-know\/embed\/#?secret=Q6IbDMJbDm#?secret=zEiiCKc0Hu\" data-secret=\"zEiiCKc0Hu\" width=\"500\" height=\"282\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-cons-of-staying-in-githurai-44\"><strong>CONS OF STAYING IN GITHURAI 44<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>On rush-hour periods, Thika Road jam could be a major issue.<br>On some days, security can still be a major issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-estates-neighboring-githurai\"><strong>Estates neighboring Githurai<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Neighboring estates such as Kahawa West,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/property254.co.ke\/zimmerman-neighborhood-guide-all-you-need-to-know-467\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Zimmerman<\/a>, and Kasarani, surrounds Githurai.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-places-of-worship-in-githurai\"><strong>Places of worship in Githurai<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To cater to the spiritual needs of residents in Githurai, here is a list of some of the most notable churches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Jesus Manifestation church<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>African Inland Church<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>PEFA Githurai 44 Church<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Full Gospel Church<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Victor Chapel<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Deliverance church INTL Githurai<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Catholic Church Githurai 44<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Githurai SDA Church<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Calvary Chapel Githurai<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-healthcare-services-in-githurai\"><strong>Healthcare services in Githurai<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There is a wide list of facilities that offer medical care services in Githurai, some of these include;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Healthcare services<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Githurai Community Clinic<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Marigold Hospital<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>St Johns Hospital<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>StMarys Health Hospital<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Roundabout Medical center<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Milele Medical Centre Githurai 44<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Boresha health services<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-schools-in-githurai\"><strong>Schools in Githurai<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Githurai has many institutions to cater to different levels of learning, below is a list.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-universities\"><strong>Universities<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Kiriri Women&#8217;s University of Science and Technology.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This a women\u00c3\u00a2\u00e2\u201a\u00ac\u00e2\u201e\u00a2s only university founded in the year 2002 and accredited by the Commission for University Education (CUE). The institution has two schools, (School of Business Management, School of Computer Science and information technology) and one faculty of science. It is located in Mwihoko-githurai, Ruiru sub-county, Kiambu county.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-colleges\"><strong>Colleges<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Orient Institute of Professional Studies<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is a middle-level institution that offers courses in ICT and different business fields. It is located on the 1<sup>st<\/sup>&nbsp;floor next to Githurai 45 main stage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Brilliant Institute of professional studies<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This institution offers Business studies courses. It is located on the second and third floor of the Winma building in Githurai 45 Opposite Kassmart Jumbo supermarket.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>St. Kizito Vocational Training Institute<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Brilliant hair and Beauty College<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Classic School of Dressing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Vacra School of Hairdressing<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Gorgeous look catering college<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-highschools\"><strong>Highschools<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>St Lucie Kiriri Girls High School<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Gladys secondary school<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Wonderland secondary school<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Frames of mind secondary school<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Immaculate Education Centre Secondary School<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Primary schools<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Wonderland integrated primary and junior secondary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Githurai Primary school<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Githurai primary school special unit<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Luciana Primary School<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Macwilliams Academy<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Merces Primary School<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Chariots Academy Primary School<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lily academy<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Green Angels Academy<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>PCEA Githurai Progressive School<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tiny Tots Academy Primary School<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Faith Learning Center Primary School<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Valley spring Academy Primary School<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Nima preparatory school<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-entertainment-joints-in-githurai\"><strong>Entertainment joints in Githurai<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Club highway view<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Club QC Githurai 45<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Big 7 club<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Club 3d Lounge Githurai 45<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-rental-houses-in-githurai\"><strong>Rental houses in Githurai<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The neighborhood is also a great place to call home, with rent prices ranging from as low as Ksh3, 500 to Ksh35,000, depending on the location of the house and its size.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here is a breakdown of the house rent range, to cater to different housing needs<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Single room&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; (Ksh3, 500- Ksh5, 000)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bedsitter&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; (Ksh6, 000 \u00c3\u00a2\u00e2\u201a\u00ac\u00e2\u20ac\u0153 Ksh8, 000)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One bedroom &nbsp; (Ksh7, 000 \u00c3\u00a2\u00e2\u201a\u00ac\u00e2\u20ac\u0153 Ksh12, 000)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Two bedroom&nbsp;&nbsp; (Ksh10,000- Ksh18, 000)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>3 bedroom&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; (Ksh21, 000- Ksh35, 000)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-internet-providers-in-githurai\"><strong>Internet providers in Githurai<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Safaricom Home fiber<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Zuku Fibre<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/vumafiber.co.ke\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Vuma Fibre<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/SharpTechWireless\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SharpTech Wireless<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Vijiji Connect Limited<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Essence Wireless<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Konnect Hub Githurai<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-advantages-of-living-in-githurai\"><strong>Advantages of living in Githurai<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Affordability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Compared to other neighborhoods in Nairobi, Githurai&#8217;s cost of housing, goods, and services is relatively lower.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Transportation connectivity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The availability of a good road network, and reliable public transportation means, provides Githurai with good transportation connectivity for those commuting to and from Nairobi CBD and its surroundings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Proximity to amenities<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Accessing essential amenities and services such as schools, hospitals, shopping centers, and entertainment joints is quite easy in Githurai as most are in close range. This provides a more convenient lifestyle for residents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Good marketplaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Residents here enjoy a unique shopping experience in Githurai market where access to fresh produce, clothing, household items, and other goods is guaranteed and at affordable prices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-disadvantages-of-living-in-githurai\"><strong>Disadvantages of living in Githurai<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Security concern<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Githurai is known in the country as one of the towns with the highest crime rates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Even though security measures have been taken to improve security, incidents of crime still occur at a very high rate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Traffic congestion<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During peak hours traffic congestion is a big challenge and can affect the schedules of residents and visitors commuting to Nairobi and other parts to and from Githurai.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Overcrowding<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Due to the rapid urbanization experienced in Githurai, there have been unplanned developments in most areas resulting in overcrowding, strain on resources, and challenges in garbage collection and waste management.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-conclusion\"><strong>Conclusion.<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Githurai provides a unique living experience as you have read in our <a href=\"https:\/\/property254.co.ke\/blogs\/how-to-respond-to-positive-and-negative-online-reviews\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">comprehensive guide<\/a> above. That way, if you decide to visit\/live here you now have a glimpse of what you should expect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have found this article informative we invite you to consider reading our other articles relating to real estate in Kenya&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/property254.co.ke\/blog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">on our website<\/a>, and especially those on neighborhood guides to different towns in Kenya to get a detailed overview of different towns.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Githurai is located at the border of Kiambu County and Nairobi County approximately 15 kilometers from Nairobi CBD. It is divided into two main sections, Githurai 44 and Githurai 45. Githurai 44 falls under Roysambu Constituency, Kasarani sub-county in Nairobi County while Githurai 45 is in Ruiru constituency Githurai sub-county, Kiambu County. &nbsp; It is [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":14045,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[28],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-8549","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-tips-advice"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/property254.co.ke\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8549","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/property254.co.ke\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/property254.co.ke\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/property254.co.ke\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/property254.co.ke\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=8549"}],"version-history":[{"count":6,"href":"https:\/\/property254.co.ke\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8549\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":14047,"href":"https:\/\/property254.co.ke\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8549\/revisions\/14047"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/property254.co.ke\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/14045"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/property254.co.ke\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=8549"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/property254.co.ke\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=8549"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/property254.co.ke\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=8549"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}