Serene 3BR TatuCity W/pool, babycot, 24/7 security Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.95 - Revenue
- KES 1.5M
- Occupancy
- 38.9%
- Daily rate
- KES 7,875
Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
The average Airbnb in Tatu City brought in KES 313,952 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 44% more than the Kiambu County average of KES 218,357.
The short answer
Both rates and bookings run ahead of the Kiambu County average. Listings averaged KES 5,037 a night and were booked on 36% of available nights, against KES 4,250 and 31% for the Kiambu County average.
Timing matters: in November, the best month, the average listing earned about four times as much as in September, the slowest. With only 47 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 47 active listings, Tatu City is the second-largest of 3 Kiambu County markets AirROI tracks.
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Gross bookings per Tatu City listing averaged KES 313,952 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Kiambu County average: KES 218,357), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
The average Tatu City listing brought in KES 144,000 in November, its best month, and KES 35,900 in September, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 41% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.
In a typical month, a top-quarter listing earns at least 3.5 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
These are monthly figures for listings active in each month. The annual average above also counts listings that operated for only part of the year, so it runs below twelve times these figures.
November earned about four times what September did
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2025 to August 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, KES 72,200.
Latest 12 months in the September 2026 data. September's figures are still coming in, so the rows run to August.
November 2025 led on revenue and bookings; nightly rates peaked in August 2026.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | KES 35,897 | 37.8% | KES 4,924 | KES 1,197 | 5 days | 5.7 nights |
| Oct 2025 | KES 49,472 | 44.1% | KES 4,911 | KES 1,596 | 28 days | 6 nights |
| Nov 2025 | KES 144,343 | 90.0% | KES 4,873 | KES 4,811 | 2 days | 27.5 nights |
| Dec 2025 | KES 81,615 | 50.5% | KES 4,920 | KES 2,633 | 8 days | 13.8 nights |
| Jan 2026 | KES 58,181 | 30.6% | KES 4,715 | KES 1,877 | 16 days | 6.9 nights |
| Feb 2026 | KES 60,357 | 41.0% | KES 4,619 | KES 2,156 | 21 days | 12.1 nights |
| Mar 2026 | KES 43,532 | 28.1% | KES 4,693 | KES 1,404 | 10 days | 5.6 nights |
| Apr 2026 | KES 44,456 | 30.7% | KES 4,760 | KES 1,482 | 11 days | 10.1 nights |
| May 2026 | KES 65,042 | 30.6% | KES 5,369 | KES 2,098 | 10 days | 10.3 nights |
| Jun 2026 | KES 76,419 | 41.3% | KES 5,327 | KES 2,547 | 19 days | 10.3 nights |
| Jul 2026 | KES 103,594 | 45.6% | KES 5,451 | KES 3,342 | 37 days | 10.5 nights |
| Aug 2026 | KES 103,056 | 50.6% | KES 5,527 | KES 3,324 | 25 days | 8.9 nights |
Averages per active listing in each month. Highlighted: the highest-revenue month of the 12. RevPAR is the month's revenue spread over its nights, booked or not. Booking lead time is the days between booking and check-in, and length of stay the nights per booking, for stays in that month.
The typical Tatu City listing earns about KES 53,300 a month, but one property can land well above or below that. The Airbnb calculator gives a range for a specific address, built from the comparable listings around it.
Profit
Yes, as extra income from a home or room you already have. The average Tatu City Airbnb took in KES 313,952 in the 12 months to September 2026, counting listings open only part of the year, and a listing in the top quarter, run by its owner at everyday costs, keeps about KES 38,900 a month after running costs.
These amounts come before housing costs. Where the mortgage or rent is less each month, the difference is profit; a home owned outright keeps it all after property tax, home insurance and any building or condo fees.
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | KES 305,052 | KES 611,600 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay3% of Tatu City bookings | KES 8,900 | KES 17,800 |
| Gross bookings | KES 313,952 | KES 629,400 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 12%: 15.5% for the 74% of Tatu City listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −KES 38,600 | −KES 77,500 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; KES 0 if you clean yourself | −KES 8,900 | −KES 17,800 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −KES 15,700 | −KES 31,500 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −KES 6,300 | −KES 12,600 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −KES 9,400 | −KES 18,900 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −KES 3,100 | −KES 3,100 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −KES 1,600 | −KES 1,600 |
| ManagementKES 0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings | KES 0 | KES 0 |
| Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free | KES 0 | KES 0 |
| Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on | KES 0 | KES 0 |
| Total running costsAbout 24% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −KES 83,600 | −KES 163,000 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | KES 230,352about KES 19,200 a month | KES 466,400about KES 38,900 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
The estimate starts from Tatu City's average listing, run by its owner. Change how the listing performs, who runs it and who cleans to see what is left for the mortgage or rent.
To work out the profit on one Tatu City home, with its price, its mortgage or rent and your own costs, use the Airbnb profit calculator. It starts from the comparable listings around the address.
What a listing keeps comes down to the figures this page measures: nightly rate, nights booked and the months it's open. A listing at the top-quarter mark takes in about KES 52,500 a month, against KES 26,200 for the average one.
Occupancy
Tatu City listings were booked on 36% of the nights they were open over the past year, 5 percentage points above the Kiambu County average (31%) and 6 points above the Kenya average (30%). Occupancy swings from 28% in March to 90% in November.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 3.2 times as often as the bottom quarter.
November was the busiest month in Tatu City, March the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2025 to August 2026
The 12-month rate of 36% averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Nightly rates
The average nightly rate in Tatu City, known as ADR (average daily rate), was KES 5,037 over the past year, about 19% above the Kiambu County average of KES 4,250 and about 50% below the Kenya average of KES 10,100. Rates peak in July and August at about KES 5,525 and bottom out in February and March at about KES 4,620.
The top 10% charge about 2.2 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
August rates ran 20% above February's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2025 to August 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, KES 5,010.
RevPAR, or revenue per available night, divides a listing's income by every night it was open to book, so it rises with both price and bookings. In Tatu City it averaged KES 2,010 over the past year, from about KES 1,200 in September to about KES 4,810 in November.
Per open night, by tier:
November RevPAR was about four times September's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2025 to August 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, KES 2,370. The 12-month RevPAR of KES 2,010 averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Seasonality
With only 47 active listings, the monthly pattern in Tatu City is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue peaked in November and bottomed out in September.
Guests book Tatu City stays 13 days ahead on average, so many trips are booked close to arrival. July stays are booked furthest out, about 37 days ahead, and November stays closest to arrival, about 2 days. A typical July booking is made in early June.
July stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2025 to August 2026
The 12-month figure of 13 days averages each listing's year as a whole; each month here averages only the listings with stays in it.
Permits
None of the 47 active listings in Tatu City display a registration, permit or license number. That doesn't mean no rules apply: some places don't ask hosts to show a number on the listing, and listing data doesn't capture every scheme.
Registration, permit, zoning and tourist-tax rules vary by address and change often, so confirm them with the local authority before buying or listing in Tatu City.
Neighborhoods
AirROI's area guide picks eight Tatu City neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Tatu City Central, Zambezi Estate and Tatu City CBD. The picks reflect guest appeal, not earnings data or permit eligibility, so check local permit rules for a specific address before buying.
| Area | Who it suits | Landmarks nearby |
|---|---|---|
| Tatu City Central | A rapidly growing urban area designed to offer a modern living experience with residential, commercial, and recreational spaces. It attracts families and professionals looking for convenience and comfort. | Tatu City Mall, Avenue Hospital, Cedar Mall, Office parks, Community parks |
| Zambezi Estate | A sought-after residential area within Tatu City popular among families due to its serene environment and accessibility to amenities. Ideal for long-term stays and family vacations. | Zambezi Park, Tatu City Academy, Local markets, Proximity to schools, Recreational areas |
| Tatu City CBD | The central business district of Tatu City that offers a mix of business and leisure options. It caters to both short-term corporate stays as well as tourists visiting nearby attractions. | Business hubs, Coffee shops, Restaurants, Coworking spaces, Local events |
| Kiambu Road | A key route that connects Tatu City to Nairobi, making it convenient for those seeking both urban and suburban experiences. Popular for business travelers and tourists wishing to explore the city. | Shopping malls, Restaurants, Nairobi National Park access, Various entertainment centers |
| Kijani Ridge | A prime residential area within Tatu City known for its modern homes and green living approach. Attractive for nature lovers and eco-conscious guests. | Nature trails, Parks, Organic markets, Community gardens |
| Ruiru | Close to Tatu City and providing easy access to both suburban life and the urban hustle of Nairobi. Good for guests seeking a balance between city and nature. | Local markets, Shopping centers, Recreational parks, Transport hubs |
| Mugutha | A suburban area that offers tranquility away from the city. It appeals to families and groups looking for spacious accommodations and privacy. | Community parks, Local eateries, Farmers markets, Peaceful residential neighborhoods |
| Tatu Urban Hub | A newly developed area within Tatu City that houses various amenities and recreational facilities. It's a modern place ideal for young professionals and expatriates. | Fitness centers, Cafes, Yoga studios, Local live events |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Every Airbnb in Tatu City is an entire home: all 47 listings rent the whole place. Apartments and condos account for 100% of the stock.
Every listing rents the whole place
Tatu City Airbnb listings by room type
Apartments dominate the property mix
Tatu City Airbnb listings by property type
Two-bedroom homes are the most common size in Tatu City (49% of entire homes), followed by one-bedroom homes (43%).
Tatu City entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 42.6% | 20 |
| 2 bedrooms | 48.9% | 23 |
| 3 bedrooms | 8.5% | 4 |
A typical one-bedroom home in Tatu City earned KES 106,000 over the past year, against KES 237,000 for a two-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 20 | KES 106,000 | KES 151,000 | KES 3,433 | 33% |
| 2 bedrooms | 23 | KES 237,000 | KES 352,000 | KES 5,794 | 38% |
Most Tatu City listings are sized for couples and small families: 85% sleep four guests or fewer, and just 2% take eight or more.
Tatu City listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 42.6% | 20 |
| 4 guests | 42.6% | 20 |
| 5 guests | 6.4% | 3 |
| 6 guests | 6.4% | 3 |
| 8+ guests | 2.1% | 1 |
Tatu City hosts set up an average of 1.9 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. 57% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
Pools are close to standard in Tatu City: 91% of listings have one, and 96% offer free parking on site. Only 36% of listings have air conditioning.
Share of Tatu City listings with each common amenity
Guests
Tatu City splits its demand between home and abroad: 59% of guests who left reviews live outside Kenya, led by visitors from the United States and the United Kingdom. Guests speak a mix of languages: English leads at 58%, followed by Swahili and French.
59% of Tatu City guests come from abroad
Where guests who left reviews live
Where Tatu City guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Nairobi | 29.9% |
| Brampton | 3.4% |
| Ongata Rongai | 3.4% |
| Frisco | 2.3% |
Where Tatu City guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Kenya | 40.7% |
| United States | 29.7% |
| United Kingdom | 6.6% |
| Canada | 4.4% |
| Australia | 3.3% |
Languages spoken by Tatu City guests
Share of guests who left reviews
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 58.0% |
| Swahili | 14.8% |
| French | 8.6% |
| German | 7.4% |
| Spanish | 2.5% |
Tatu City Airbnbs average 4.87 stars, and 47% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and location is the lowest, at 4.83. Review histories are short, about 9 per listing, so a few stays can move a listing's score.
Check-in scores highest in Tatu City; location is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.88 |
| Cleanliness | 4.87 |
| Communication | 4.88 |
| Location | 4.83 |
| Check-in | 4.89 |
| Value | 4.86 |
Booking patterns
All Tatu City listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but none are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 1 to 30 days a year, covering 40% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Tatu City listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 76.6% | 36 |
| 181-270 days | 23.4% | 11 |
Days a year Tatu City listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 91-180 days | 25.5% | 12 |
| 31-90 days | 34.0% | 16 |
| 1-30 days | 40.4% | 19 |
The average Tatu City booking lasts 9.1 nights, longest in November and shortest in March. Listings took about 6 bookings each over the year. 54% of listings that give a check-in time set it at 3 p.m., with check-out usually at 11 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Tatu City
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
94% of listings in Tatu City accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Tatu City listings
Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more
Flexible is the most common cancellation policy in Tatu City, used by 72% of listings; it refunds guests in full if they cancel at least a day before check-in. Hosts here lean flexible: 85% of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 11% on Firm or stricter ones.
Cancellation policies of Tatu City listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
About one in ten Tatu City listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is KES 776, and some higher fees lift the average to KES 1,189. Spread over the average stay of 9.1 nights, that adds roughly KES 85 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 3% of gross revenue.
Top earners
The top-grossing Airbnb in Tatu City, a three-bedroom home, took in KES 1,460,000 over the past year, about 4.7 times the city's average of KES 314,000. Three of the six listings below have two bedrooms or fewer, so size alone doesn't explain the top of this market.
Serene 3BR TatuCity W/pool, babycot, 24/7 security Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.95
Sunset Escape Apartment: Cosy Stay w/Gym & Pool Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 5.00
4 Beds | Tatu City | Pool & Gym | Balcony Views Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Apartment in Tatu City Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.93
Relax in Style- Cozy Elegant Home in Tatu City Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.80
Warm, elegant, and serene. Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 5.00 Fewer than 1% of Tatu City listings are classed as professionally managed, though 32% of listings have a co-host. 57% of listings are run by Superhosts, so a strong review record is the norm here rather than an edge. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 74% of listings.
Nearby markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 69 km, Olkaria ward (68 km away, 35 listings) earned the most per listing, about 10 times as much as Tatu City. None of them fills more nights than Tatu City (36%); the busiest, Nairobi and Olkaria ward, each reached 33%.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kiambu Township ward 9 km | 49 | KES 205,429 | KES 4,920 | 27% |
| Ruaka 16 km | 73 | KES 187,976 | KES 3,815 | 31% |
| Ndenderu ward 16 km | 56 | KES 242,792 | KES 4,343 | 27% |
| Nairobi 19 km | 4,904 | KES 498,770 | KES 6,989 | 33% |
| Syokimau-Mulolongo ward 27 km | 50 | KES 449,126 | KES 7,010 | 26% |
| Pridelands 30 km | 30 | KES 82,223 | KES 3,138 | 31% |
| Olkaria ward 68 km | 35 | KES 3,148,663 | KES 27,613 | 33% |
| Viwandani ward 69 km | 38 | KES 1,953,063 | KES 13,683 | 29% |
FAQ
An active Tatu City Airbnb grossed KES 313,952 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 47 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in KES 107,000 or more in a typical month.
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Tatu City listings earn between KES 29,700 and KES 107,000 in a typical month, and the top tenth KES 144,000 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb income calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Listings in Tatu City were booked on 36% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 31% for the Kiambu County average. November was the busiest month.
The average booked night in Tatu City cost KES 5,037 before fees. Half of listings charge between KES 3,550 and KES 6,055, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
None of the active Tatu City listings display a registration, permit or license number. That doesn't mean no rules apply, so confirm registration, permit and tourist-tax rules with the local authority before buying.
It can be, as extra income from a home or room you already have. The average Tatu City Airbnb grossed KES 313,952 in the 12 months to September 2026, 44% above the Kiambu County average of KES 218,357, counting listings open only part of the year, and a listing at the top-quarter mark, run by its owner with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, keeps about KES 38,900 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
November paid best over the past year, at KES 144,000 per active listing, and September paid least. The month-by-month table above shows how rates and bookings each move.
Each night a Tatu City listing was open to book earned KES 2,010 on average over the past year, booked or not. That figure, revenue per available night (RevPAR), folds price and occupancy into one number; the top 10% of listings made KES 3,770 or more.
Tatu City stays were booked 13 days before arrival on average over the past year, so a listing can still fill close to the date.
The average Tatu City Airbnb stay lasted 9.1 nights over the past year. A listing took 6 reservations over the year on average.
Guests rate Tatu City Airbnbs 4.87 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and location lowest.
Tatu City Central, Zambezi Estate and Tatu City CBD draw the most short-term rental interest in Tatu City. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
AirROI counted 47 active Airbnb listings in Tatu City as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Kiambu Township ward, 9 km away.
In Tatu City, about one in ten listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is KES 776, and some higher fees lift the average to KES 1,189.
Method
Figures on this page cover 47 active Airbnb listings in Tatu City from October 2025 to September 2026 (trailing twelve months). AirROI refreshes them monthly from listing-level booking and calendar data covering 20+ million properties worldwide. AirROI measures bookings in US dollars; this page shows them in Kenyan shillings at KES 129 per US$, the typical rate from October 2025 to September 2026. Annual revenue averages every listing active during the period, including those listed for only part of it; monthly figures average the listings active in each month; the tier lists show the spread. Neighborhood descriptions are AI-assisted. See the methodology for definitions.
Need this programmatically? The same metrics are available through the AirROI Airbnb Data API and bulk downloads in the data portal.