Bathroom Renovation Costs in Nairobi: Budgets by Size & Neighborhood

Bathrooms are the most value-packed rooms to renovate. A modern, spa-like bathroom boosts property value, rental demand, and lifestyle comfort. But costs in Nairobi vary by neighborhood, finish level, and size.

This guide gives you cost per m² benchmarks, neighborhood multipliers, sample budgets for typical bathrooms, and tips on choosing the right renovation partner.

Why trust this? Prestige Bluestar was named Kenya’s Top Interior Design Brand 2025 at the Kenya Excellent Brands Awards (Villa Rosa Kempinski Nairobi, Sept 5th 2025). We deliver award-winning bathroom renovations across Nairobi’s top estates, with diaspora-friendly systems for transparency.

Quick Cost Guide for Bathroom Renovations (Nairobi 2025)

• Refresh (paint, fixtures, minor tile work): KSh 10,000 – 20,000/m²
• Mid-Range Renovation: KSh 30,000 – 45,000/m²
• High-End Bathrooms: KSh 50,000 – 70,000/m²
• Luxury/Ultra Custom: KSh 75,000 – 120,000+ /m²

⚠️ Bathrooms cost more than living areas because of plumbing, waterproofing, tiles, and fittings.

Neighborhood Multipliers (Bathroom Renovations, Nairobi)

• Karen / Runda / Muthaiga / Rosslyn / Nyari: ×1.25 – 1.40
• Lavington / Kileleshwa / Riverside: ×1.10 – 1.20
• Kilimani / Westlands / Parklands: ×1.05 – 1.15
• Ruaka / Ridgeways / Roysambu: ×1.00 – 1.10
• South B / South C / Lang’ata / Donholm / Embakasi: ×1.00 (baseline)

What Makes Up a Bathroom Renovation Budget (Typical Split)

For a full bathroom renovation (excl. VAT):

• Tiles & finishes: 25–30%
• Sanitary fittings (WC, sinks, mixers, taps): 20–25%
• Shower enclosures / bathtubs: 15–20%
• Plumbing works: 10–12%
• Electrical & lighting: 5–7%
• Cabinetry & storage: 5–7%
• Demolition & waterproofing: 8–10%

Then add:

• Design & Project Management: ~7%
• Contingency: ~10%
• VAT (16%)

Bathroom Renovation Cost Examples (Nairobi Scenarios)

Figures exclude VAT (16%) and are illustrative only.

1) South C Apartment Bathroom (5 m²) — Mid-Range

• Assumptions: 35,000/m² × 5 m² = KSh 175,000 (CFS)
• Design & PM (~7%): KSh 12,250
• Contingency (~10%): KSh 18,725
• Estimated total (excl. VAT): ~KSh 206,000

2) Kilimani Master Bathroom (8 m²) — High-End

• Assumptions: 55,000/m² × 8 m² × 1.10 = KSh 484,000 (CFS)
• Design & PM (~7%): KSh 33,880
• Contingency (~10%): KSh 51,788
• Estimated total (excl. VAT): ~KSh 569,700

3) Lavington 4-Bedroom Townhouse (4 bathrooms @ 7 m² each = 28 m²) — High-End

• Assumptions: 60,000/m² × 28 m² × 1.15 = KSh 1,932,000 (CFS)
• Design & PM (~7%): KSh 135,240
• Contingency (~10%): KSh 206,724
• Estimated total (excl. VAT): ~KSh 2.27M

4) Karen Luxury Villa (6 bathrooms @ 10 m² each = 60 m²) — Ultra Custom

• Assumptions: 85,000/m² × 60 m² × 1.35 = KSh 6,885,000 (CFS)
• Design & PM (~7%): KSh 481,950
• Contingency (~10%): KSh 736,695
• Estimated total (excl. VAT): ~KSh 8.1M

Hidden / Variable Bathroom Costs

• Waterproofing – critical; failure here = long-term damage.
• Imported vs. local fittings (Grohe/Kohler vs. local brands).
• Bathtubs/jacuzzis – add significant cost and space needs.
• Shower enclosures – frameless glass panels are premium.
• Lighting upgrades – backlit mirrors, waterproof LEDs.
• Plumbing reroutes – moving WC/showers drives cost up.

How to Maximize Your Bathroom Budget

1. Prioritize waterproofing & tiling – cheapest to do right once.
2. Invest in fittings – taps, mixers, and showers impact daily comfort.
3. Optimize layouts – avoid major plumbing relocations if possible.
4. Tile smartly – feature walls + affordable secondary tiles save money.
5. Lighting layers – task + ambient lighting adds luxury at modest cost.

Choosing the Right Bathroom Renovation Partner

• National recognition: Prestige Bluestar = Kenya’s Top Interior Design Brand 2025.
• Diaspora systems: Contracts, BoQs, milestone billing, remote updates.
• Design-first approach: 3D layouts, finish boards, and plumbing schematics.
• Transparent pricing: Unit rates, brands, and exclusions listed upfront.
• Aftercare: Written warranties and defect liability cover.

Why Prestige Bluestar

• Award-winning brand (Kenya Excellent Brands Awards 2025).
• Turnkey delivery from design to final styling.
• Luxury craftsmanship with imported tiles, vanities, and fittings.
• Diaspora-trusted with remote oversight and transparent billing.
• Coverage across Karen, Runda, Lavington, Kilimani, Kileleshwa, Westlands, South B/C, Ruaka, and more.

Plan Your Nairobi Bathroom Renovation with Prestige Bluestar

Whether it’s a 5 m² apartment bathroom in South C or a 60 m² suite of luxury bathrooms in Karen, we’ll design and deliver a spa-style sanctuary that fits your lifestyle and budget.

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