About Muthaiga

Where is Muthaiga Located?

Muthaiga is one of the wealthiest and prosperous suburbs in Nairobi. It is a fifteen minutes drive from the CBD and is located northeast of the city of Nairobi. One of its landmarks is the famous Karura forest, which has over two hundred species of birds.

The suburb is surrounded by malls such as The Village Market, Ridgeways Mall, and Garden City. It is also not far from the embassies of the United States, and the republic of Poland.

In which ward, constituency, and county is Muthaiga?

Muthaiga is in Karura Ward, of Westlands Constituency, in Nairobi City County.

How big is Muthaiga and what is the population?

Muthaiga has a total population of 7,725 according to the most recent census. It sits on 14.4 square kilometers of land, most of which is occupied by Karura forest. Its population is a small one because it’s a high-end area with land that is among the most expensive in the country.

What is the postal code of Muthaiga?

The postal code of Muthaiga is 00619.

What climate does the Muthaiga region experience?

Muthaiga has a subtropical highland region climate. The hottest month of the year is in the month of March, with the temperature reaching as high as 28°c during the day. The coldest month is July with a low of 14°c to a high of 16°c at night.

January holds the record for the driest month of the year in Muthaiga, with an average of only 2 rain days. On the other hand, April is the wettest month with an average of about 11 rain days.

Where is Muthaiga Located in Nairobi?

Muthaiga neighbors Parklands, Mathare, Eastleigh, Ngara, Karura Forest, and Pangani estates. On the south of Muthaiga is Margaret River and Limuru Road. To the east of Muthaiga is Thika highway while to the west is Parklands.

How can one travel to Muthaiga from Nairobi?

There are four means to get to Muthaiga from Nairobi CBD.

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The Odeon Terminus has buses that ply the Muthaiga route. Buses number 25, 44G, and 49 stop at Pangani-Muthaiga bridge along Thika highway. Buses number 107 and 11F going to Ndenderu and Ruaka respectively pass by Muthaiga as well. Koja terminus also has buses 116 going to Limuru and 106 going to Banana that have a stop at Muthaiga.

Private means

The easiest route to Muthaiga is via Thika Road, also known as the Embu-Nairobi/Meru-Nairobi Highway. From the CBD, Muranga Road or Ring Road Ngara connects to the highway. Without much traffic, it can take as little as 9 minutes to reach Muthaiga.

You can also use taxis or motorbikes which are readily available.

What types of houses are found in Muthaiga?

The types of houses within Muthaiga include:

Mansions

Mansions in Muthaiga have a minimum of four bedrooms and as high as six bedrooms, with the master bedroom being ensuite.

Luxury Villas

Luxury Villas which are large houses with spacious surroundings and privacy have a minimum of two bedrooms, and can go to as high as eight bedrooms.

Apartments

Apartments have a minimum of one bedroom. That said, the commonest apartments in Muthaiga have between three to five bedrooms.

Duplexes

These are residential buildings that have been divided into two apartments sharing the same compound. Like apartments, the number of bedrooms vary from a minimum of one to as high as five.

Bungalows

Bungalows in Muthaiga are detached houses and have their own compound. The minimum number of bedrooms in Muthaiga bungalows is three while the maximum is mostly five. However, six and seven-bedroom bungalows can also be found.

The types of houses range from ultra-modern designs to traditional European estates that were inspired by colonialists. To preserve the character of the estate, Muthaiga residents’ association maintains strict architectural guidelines. Granted, a few multi dwellings exist in Muthaiga which varies slightly to what is the norm.

What is the average sale price and rent for houses in Muthaiga?

The average cost of a house in Muthaiga is roughly Ksh 28 M. The cheapest house goes for Ksh 24 M while the most expensive goes for Ksh 650 M.

The houses for rent average about Ksh 320,000 per month. The cheapest house for rent is Ksh 160,000 while the most expensive is Ksh 500,000.

The prices of houses depend on the location within Muthaiga, the size of the house, and even the type. The main square contains the most expensive houses. These are houses within the borders of Naivasha Avenue, Tchui Road, Serengeti Avenue, and Mutundu Road.

What sizes are the houses in Muthaiga?

The number of bedrooms in the different types of houses in Muthaiga vary slightly. For instance, the least number of bedrooms is 4 and can go as high as 8 bedrooms.

Luxury villas on the other hand have between 4 and 6 bedrooms. As for the apartments, the least number is 2 bedrooms. That said, in rare cases, you can find a 1-bedroom villa. In most instances, the maximum number of bedrooms in an apartment is 4 bedrooms.

On the other hand, bungalows mostly have between 4 and 5 bedrooms. However, you can also find a 6-bedroom villa.

Large colonial-style homes are a common feature in Muthaiga. Surrounded by embassies, it is an area well known for ambassadorial homes.

Among the first settlers in the area were the Bakers. They established a home on over 1600 acres of land. Over the years, however, the farm has been sub-divided into half-acres plots.

What is the security situation in Muthaiga?

The suburb has a strong residents’ association that is keen on the security, development, and maintenance of Muthaiga.

Muthaiga Police Station, along Thika Road, also provides security.

Where do Muthaiga residents get water?

Muthaiga is classified under Zone 1 by the Nairobi City Water and Sewerage Company (NCWSC), which provides water to Nairobi residents.

Muthaiga’s water is sourced from Ndakaini Dam, Ruiru One Dam, and Susumwa Dam.

Residents can also get water from boreholes and from other water companies around.

What is the consistency of water supply in Muthaiga?

Water supply by NCSW happens according to the equitable water distribution programme. The last update on April 2022 shows that the supply is on Saturday 9 am to Sunday 1 pm for Muthaiga North. As for Old Muthaiga Road regions, the supply happens from 9 am on Monday to 9 am on Friday.

Due to maintenance issues, interruptions can occur.

What water companies are in Muthaiga?

The water companies in Muthaiga are:

• Athi Water Works Development Agency
• Elikham Systems Limited
• HydroIQ
• Karnataka Mineral Water Company
• Clean Water Tank Supply Services
• Pureflow Mineral Water company
• Runda Water
• Broomhill Springs

Who is Muthaiga’s main electricity supplier?

Kenya Power (KP) supplies electricity to Muthaiga.

How consistent are blackouts in Muthaiga?

Blackouts may occur in the event of interruptions or maintenance. However, they are rare. Granted, Kenya Power (KP) usually notifies residents about power interruptions in advance so that they are not inconvenienced.

What types of schools are closely accessible to residents in Muthaiga?

Kindergartens in Muthaiga

• Muthaiga Kindergarten
• The Vale School
• Little Dinosaurs Kindergarten
• Springdale Junior School
• Glad-toto Primary and Nursery School
• Oak House International Preschool
• Green Acorn Daycare and Kindergarten
• Afrikanasi Nursery School
• Little Steps Heights Kindergarten and Day Care

Primary schools in Muthaiga

• •Muthaiga Primary School
• •Highridge Primary School
• North Highridge Primary School
• Karura Forest Primary School
• St Ann’s Junior School
• Cheleta Primary School
• Premier Academy

Which hospitals are located in Muthaiga?

• Getrude Children’s Hospital-Muthaiga
• Humming Health Medical Facility
• Apple and Sense
• Radiant Group of Hospitals
• Guru Nanak Hospital
• Columbia Africa Healthcare Limited
• Juja Road Hospital
• Park Ville Medical Centre
• Mp Shah Hospital
• Shree Jalaram Medical Hospital
• Comprehensive Diabetes Centre
• Avenue Hospital
• Lankia Nursing Home and Dialysis Centre

Public hospitals in Muthaiga

• Mathare National Teaching and Referral Hospital

Other nearby hospitals are:

• Kenyatta National Hospital
• Mbagathi Hospital
• Pumwani Maternity Hospital
• Ruaka Health Centre

Missionary hospitals in Muthaiga

The following mission hospitals are found in areas around Muthaiga:

• St Scholastica Mission Hospital
• Ruaraka Uhai Neema Hospital

Which gyms are available in Muthaiga?

• Nadiano Wonder FitnessCentre
• Golden Gym
• Wentworth Gym
• Afrofit Gym
• Level 24 Gym and Fitness Center
• Klub Lion Fitness
• Joja Fit Fitness

Which spas are available in Muthaiga?

• Avane Wellness Spa
• Team Ladies Spa and Gym
• Serenity Spa Gigiri
• Bustani Day Spa
• Next Level Fitness Gym and Spa
• Lystra Gym and Spa

What Chemists and Pharmacies are located in Muthaiga?

• Goodlife Pharmacy Muthaiga
• Maghreb Pharmacy
• Orion Pharmacy
• CityMed Pharmacy
• Pharmaplus Pharmacy
• Neem Pharmacy Gigiri

What garages operate in Muthaiga?

• S.S Motor Garage
• AutoFast Total Muthaiga
• Lit Service Station (JVSC) Limited
• Speedwell Automotive
• Mechon Garage

Which car wash joints operate in Muthaiga?

• City Car Wash
• Lastbirn Supershine Car Wash
• SpaClean Motospa
• Prime Shine Auto Detailers Limited
• Kuela Car Wash and Detailing
• Powershine Autospa
• Wasafi Carwash
• Auto Sparkle Car Wash
• Ocean Stretch Car Wash

Where can you shop for food in Muthaiga?

• Chandarana Foodplus Mobil Plaza
• Onn The Way Supermarket
• New Muthaiga Shopping Mall
• Muthaiga GreenGrocers LTD
• Your Protein Hut
• Muthaiga Mini Market
• Zucchini GreenGrocers-Village Market
• Maam’s corner
• Mubah Meats and Groceries
• Oilibya Plaza
• Valley View Plaza
• Sky Mall
• Highridge Mall

Household goods shopping centres in Muthaiga

• House of Leather and Gifts
• Little Marchington
• Malaki Households and General Supplies
• Gigiri Box Park
• Flame Tree Park Mall
• Oshwal Wholesalers
• Techno Plast Limited
• Muthaiga Business Centre
• The Village Market

Which restaurants are found in Muthaiga?

• Camp David Club and Restaurant
• Chowpaty
• Pizza Corner Cafe and Grill
• KTC Cafe
• Shangrila Restaurant
• La dolce
• Kutana Lounge and Restaurant
• Safari Bowling Green
• Chinese Kitchen
• The River Cafe
• Lemon Lounge

Which Communication Network Providers are accessible in Muthaiga?

• Broadband Communication Network
• Acacia Satlink Limited Kenya
• Hirani Telecommunication
• Indigo Telekom Limited
• X-tranet Communication
• Atlantis Telekom Limited
• Star Electronics Limited
• Adwest Communications Limited

Which internet and office network providers are available in Muthaiga?

• Omonyi Internet WiFi
• Internet Solutions Kenya Limited
• Skynet Broadband
• Unireach Technology Limited
• Wavelink Networks
• Hirani Telecommunications
• Skynex Networks
• Broadband Communication Network
• Tuddah Communication

The fact that Muthaiga is ranked among the wealthiest suburbs in Nairobi means that it attracts high-end investors from different quarters. Also, members of the expat community call Muthaiga home, which explains the good infrastructure that serves the area. There are also high class public amenities and a good transport system which ensures that Muthaiga is accessible to all.