New UoN Kiambu Campus Boosts Student Housing and Services

The new University of Nairobi campus in Kiambu will create a strong demand for student housing, storage and relocation services, offering opportunities for tenants, landlords and service providers.

Why the Kiambu campus expansion matters for housing

The university plans to add 10,000 student seats by 2028 in Kiambu County. This increase means many new students will look for accommodation close to the campus. Existing student hostels may become fully booked, and new landlords will see a market for purpose‑built student housing. In addition to rooms, students will need space and assistance moving from home towns to Kiambu.

How students, landlords and providers can act

All three groups can prepare now to meet the upcoming demand.

• Students should start searching for verified hostels early, consider sharing rooms to reduce costs, and plan for storage if they bring furniture from elsewhere.
• Landlords can list any available rooms, flats or houses near the campus, and think about adding amenities such as study areas, Wi‑Fi and secure lockers that appeal to students.
• Service providers such as movers, storage facilities and utility vendors can create student‑friendly packages, offering short‑term contracts and flexible payment options.

By acting now, each group can secure a place in the emerging market before competition intensifies.

How HaoLink helps

HaoLink is a verified property and home‑services marketplace operating in Kenya. Its HaoMatch engine lets users state exact requirements, budget, bedrooms, amenities and whether each item is a must‑have, preferred or flexible. Listings are scored as Excellent, Good, Fair or Weak against those criteria, giving clear guidance without a keyword search.

For the Kiambu campus surge, HaoLink can:

• Create a “Kiambu Campus” collection of verified student‑hostel listings, making it easy for students to find rooms that meet their specific needs.
• Partner with moving and storage providers to offer bundled services that are displayed alongside housing options.
• Allow landlords and agents to list properties with verified status, increasing trust among students and parents.
• Provide memberships such as Campus Verified, giving extra visibility to providers that meet student‑focused standards.

Every listing and service provider on HaoLink is verified before going live, and payments are documented but not custodial, meaning parties transact directly.

Practical steps to take today

Start by visiting HaoLink and creating an account that matches your role:

• If you are a student, set your housing requirements once in HaoMatch and explore the Kiambu Campus collection.
• If you own or manage property, list your rooms with detailed tags for budget, bedrooms and amenities, and consider joining the Campus Verified membership.
• If you provide moving, storage or utility services, register as a provider and create student‑friendly packages that can be linked to housing listings.

These actions position you to benefit from the upcoming demand as the campus grows.

Frequently asked questions

When will the new Kiambu campus be ready for students?

The university aims to have the new campus operational by 2028, with student seats being added gradually.

How can I find verified student hostels near the campus?

Use HaoLink’s HaoMatch engine, enter your housing criteria and look for listings in the Kiambu Campus collection, which are all verified.

What kind of support services are needed for the new students?

Students will need moving help, short‑term storage, utility connections and possibly domestic staff. Providers can list these services on HaoLink and link them to housing options.