Renovating a 3-bedroom house in Nairobi is one of the most common residential projects. Homeowners may be modernising an older property, preparing a house for occupation, or upgrading before selling or renting.
At Suimas Interiors, we provide detailed cost breakdowns so clients understand where their budget is going and where they can adjust specifications.This guide outlines typical 2026 cost ranges for a 3-bedroom house renovation in Nairobi, based on current market rates and Suimas project data.
Typical Scope for a 3-Bedroom House Renovation
A standard 3-bedroom renovation may include:
- Flooring: Tiles, vinyl, SPC, or engineered wood for living areas, bedrooms, and corridors.
- Ceilings: Gypsum ceilings with recessed lighting, coves, or feature designs.
- Painting: Full interior repainting, including wall preparation and priming.
- Kitchen: New cabinets, countertops, backsplash, sink, and plumbing/electrical adjustments.
- Bathrooms: 2–3 bathrooms upgraded with new tiles, sanitary ware, showers, vanities, and lighting.
- Wardrobes: Built-in wardrobes in all bedrooms.
- Lighting and electrical: Additional sockets, lighting points, and DB upgrades where needed.
- Doors and architraves: Replacement or refurbishment of internal doors.
- External works (optional): Painting, paving, or minor façade improvements.
Indicative Cost Breakdown (Nairobi)
All figures are approximate and depend on specification, area, and site conditions.
1. Flooring
- Ceramic/porcelain tiles: KES 1,200–3,500/m² (supply and install)
- Vinyl/LVT/SPC: KES 2,000–5,000/m²
- Typical 3-bedroom house (150–200 m² flooring area): KES 300,000–800,000
2. Gypsum Ceilings
- Simple flat ceilings: KES 1,000–1,800/m²
- Feature ceilings (coves, bulkheads, lighting): KES 1,800–3,500/m²
- Typical 3-bedroom house: KES 200,000–500,000
3. Painting
- Interior painting (walls and ceilings): KES 250–600/m²
- Typical 3-bedroom house: KES 150,000–350,000
4. Kitchen Renovation
- Mid-spec kitchen: KES 350,000–700,000
- Premium custom kitchen: KES 800,000–2,000,000+
5. Bathrooms (2–3 units)
- Per bathroom (mid-spec): KES 250,000–500,000
- Total for 2–3 bathrooms: KES 500,000–1,500,000
6. Wardrobes
- Per wardrobe (mid-spec): KES 80,000–200,000
- 3 bedrooms: KES 240,000–600,000
7. Lighting and Electrical
- Lighting fixtures, points, and electrical upgrades: KES 150,000–400,000
8. Doors and Architraves
- Internal doors (supply and install): KES 8,000–25,000 per door
- 6–8 doors: KES 60,000–200,000
9. Contingency (10–15%)
- Recommended contingency: KES 200,000–600,000
Total Estimated 3-Bedroom Renovation Cost (Nairobi)
- Basic–mid spec: KES 1.8M–3.0M
- Mid–premium spec: KES 3.0M–5.5M+
These ranges assume a typical 150–200 m² house. Larger properties, premium finishes, or structural changes will increase costs.
For a customised quotation, request a site assessment and BOQ from Suimas Interiors.
How Suimas Controls Costs Without Compromising Quality
- Clear specifications: Every material and finish is defined before work starts.
- Value engineering: Suggesting alternatives that look similar but cost less.
- Phased payments: Aligned with completed milestones.
- Transparent variations: Any scope changes are documented and priced before implementation.
- Coordinated trades: Avoiding rework and delays that inflate costs.
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