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.
It is densely populated, with most residents being low-income earners and middle-income earners.
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Map of Githurai Neighborhood
Transport to Githurai from Nairobi
Depending on the time of the day, the fare price ranges from Ksh20 to Ksh80.
Estates neighboring Githurai
Neighboring estates such as Kahawa West, Zimmerman, and Kasarani, surrounds Githurai.
Places of worship in Githurai
To cater to the spiritual needs of residents in Githurai, here is a list of some of the most notable churches.
Jesus Manifestation church
African Inland Church
PEFA Githurai 44 Church
Full Gospel Church
Victor Chapel
Deliverance church INTL Githurai
Catholic Church Githurai 44
Githurai SDA Church
Calvary Chapel Githurai
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Healthcare services in Githurai
There is a wide list of facilities that offer medical care services in Githurai, some of these include;
Healthcare services
Githurai Community Clinic
Marigold Hospital
St Johns Hospital
StMarys Health Hospital
Roundabout Medical center
Milele Medical Centre Githurai 44
Boresha health services
Schools in Githurai
Githurai has many institutions to cater to different levels of learning, below is a list.
Universities
Kiriri Women’s University of Science and Technology.
This a women’s 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.
Colleges
Orient Institute of Professional Studies
This is a middle-level institution that offers courses in ICT and different business fields. It is located on the 1st floor next to Githurai 45 main stage.
Brilliant Institute of professional studies
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.
St. Kizito Vocational Training Institute
Brilliant hair and Beauty College
Classic School of Dressing.
Vacra School of Hairdressing
Gorgeous look catering college
Highschools
St Lucie Kiriri Girls High School
Gladys secondary school
Wonderland secondary school
Frames of mind secondary school
Immaculate Education Centre Secondary School
Primary schools
Wonderland integrated primary and junior secondary.
Githurai Primary school
Githurai primary school special unit
Luciana Primary School
Macwilliams Academy
Merces Primary School
Chariots Academy Primary School
Lily academy
Green Angels Academy
PCEA Githurai Progressive School
Tiny Tots Academy Primary School
Faith Learning Center Primary School
Valley spring Academy Primary School
Nima preparatory school
Entertainment joints in Githurai
Club highway view
Club QC Githurai 45
Big 7 club
Club 3d Lounge Githurai 45
Rental houses in Githurai
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.
Here is a breakdown of the house rent range, to cater to different housing needs
Single room (Ksh3, 500- Ksh5, 000)
Bedsitter (Ksh6, 000 – Ksh8, 000)
One bedroom (Ksh7, 000 – Ksh12, 000)
Two bedroom (Ksh10,000- Ksh18, 000)
3 bedroom (Ksh21, 000- Ksh35, 000)
Internet providers in Githurai
Safaricom Home fiber
Zuku Fibre
Vijiji Connect Limited
Essence Wireless
Konnect Hub Githurai
Advantages of living in Githurai
Affordability.
Compared to other neighborhoods in Nairobi, Githurai’s cost of housing, goods, and services is relatively lower.
Transportation connectivity.
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.
Proximity to amenities
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.
Good marketplaces.
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.
Disadvantages of living in Githurai
Security concern
Githurai is known in the country as one of the towns with the highest crime rates.
Even though security measures have been taken to improve security, incidents of crime still occur at a very high rate.
Traffic congestion
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.
Overcrowding
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.
Conclusion.
Githurai provides a unique living experience as you have read in our comprehensive guide above. That way, if you decide to visit/live here you now have a glimpse of what you should expect.
If you have found this article informative we invite you to consider reading our other articles relating to real estate in Kenya on our website, and especially those on neighborhood guides to different towns in Kenya to get a detailed overview of different towns.
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