5-Bedroom Villas for Rent in Runda, Nairobi | Antara Forest Edge | USD 5,500/mo

Antara Forest Edge Villas — spacious 5-bedroom homes to let in Runda, on the edge of Karura Forest. USD 5,500/month. Enquire with Block Real Estate for a viewing.Villas for rent in Runda, 5-bedroom house to let Nairobi, houses for rent near Karura Forest, Runda rentals, UN Blue Zone rental, diplomatic housing Nairobi.Antara Forest Edge Villas — Spacious 5-Bedroom Villas for Rent in Runda, Nairobi | USD 5,500/Month

Some homes you sign a lease on. Antara Forest Edge Villas, you settle into. Set along Tala Road in Runda — where Nairobi’s diplomatic belt meets the green edge of Karura Forest — this gated collection of villas offers something rare to rent in this part of the city: a genuinely spacious, five-bedroom home with the forest as its backdrop.

Floor-to-ceiling windows, soaring ceilings and open-plan living draw the light and the greenery inside. Each villa is five ensuite bedrooms, a private terrace and a detached staff quarter (DSQ), finished to a high standard and set behind the security of an established address. Available to let at USD 5,500 per month.

Project Snapshot

Development	Antara Forest Edge Villas
Address	Tala Road, Runda, Nairobi
Setting	UN Blue Zone · bordering Karura Forest
Property type	Stand-alone villas (gated development)
Development size	15 villas
Configuration	5 ensuite bedrooms + DSQ
Outdoor	Private terrace
Internal area	To be confirmed at point of enquiry
Status	To let / For rent
Monthly rent	USD 5,500 per month
Reference	2129
Lease terms	To be confirmed at point of enquiry
Availability	To be confirmed at point of enquiry

A Home Designed for Forest-Edge Living

Runda has always been chosen by people who want room to breathe without giving up the city — and Antara makes the most of that setting. The villas sit within a gated, low-density development, framed by mature greenery rather than by neighbours, with Karura Forest directly on the doorstep. The outlook stays green all year, and the daily backdrop is trees, birdsong and open sky.

Inside, the homes are built around light and space. Floor-to-ceiling windows and soaring ceilings open the living areas to the greenery outside, while the open-plan layout flows naturally onto a private terrace — as suited to a quiet family evening as to hosting friends. It is a calm, considered kind of home: high-end where it matters, and easy to live in day to day.

Unit Type

Antara’s rental villas offer five ensuite bedrooms plus a detached staff quarter (DSQ), with a private terrace and high-end finishes throughout.

Configuration	Outdoor	Monthly Rent
5-Bed Ensuite + DSQ	Private terrace	USD 5,500 / month

Internal size, furnishing status (furnished or unfurnished), the service charge and exactly what is included in the rent are confirmed at point of enquiry. Request the latest brochure, floor plans and lease terms before you commit.

Amenities

Five ensuite bedrooms + DSQ — a private bathroom for every bedroom, plus dedicated household-staff accommodation.

Private terrace — outdoor living that extends the home into the garden and the green beyond.

Floor-to-ceiling windows & soaring ceilings — light and volume that most rentals in the area simply don’t offer.

Open-plan living — living, dining and kitchen that flow as one social space.

Direct access to Karura Forest — walking, running and cycling trails, minutes from your gate.

Gated development — a secure, low-density community in an established address.

Carport and parking — covered arrival plus additional off-street parking.

Standby generator (genset) — power backup that keeps the home running through outages.

Centralized gas reticulation — piped gas to the kitchen; no cylinders to swap.

Filtered water & inbuilt air-conditioning — water quality and comfort, built in.

Automated garden irrigation & bio-digester eco waste — a green, low-maintenance, self-contained estate.

Location Advantage

Runda sits inside Nairobi’s Gigiri diplomatic belt — the area widely known as the UN Blue Zone — home to the United Nations Office at Nairobi, numerous embassies and international agencies. It is one of the reasons the neighbourhood is held to such a high standard of security and upkeep, and why it stays a first choice for diplomats, senior professionals and established families.

Landmark	Proximity
Karura Forest	Adjacent
Gigiri / UN Complex (UN Blue Zone)	Minutes
Village Market	Minutes
Two Rivers Mall	Minutes
International schools (Rosslyn Academy, ISK, German School, Brookhouse)	Nearby
Limuru Road / Kiambu Road corridors	Direct access
Westlands & Nairobi CBD	Straightforward drive

The development borders Karura Forest, one of the largest urban forests in the world, with its trails just minutes from the door. Everyday life is well served: Village Market and Two Rivers Mall — among the region’s largest retail and leisure destinations — sit along the Limuru Road corridor, with the Kiambu Road side offering an alternative route across the city. Exact distances and drive times vary with route and traffic, and are best confirmed during a viewing.

Lease Terms

The asking rent is USD 5,500 per month. Lease length, the security deposit, the service charge, utilities and furnishing status are confirmed directly, as they can vary. To review the full terms and check current availability, request the latest details at point of enquiry. Rent is quoted in USD, as is common for this segment; the KES equivalent can be provided on request. We’re happy to talk the terms through and, where helpful, point you towards independent professional advice.

Why It Works for Families and Residents

1. Room to actually live. Five ensuite bedrooms, a DSQ and a private terrace — genuine space for a family, with somewhere for everyone.

2. The forest is the amenity. Karura on the doorstep means trails, clean air and a permanent green outlook that no neighbour can build out.

3. Secure and settled. A gated, low-density home in one of Nairobi’s most established addresses.

4. Move-in and live. High-end finishes, designer bathrooms, genset backup, filtered water and air-conditioning — a home that works from the day you move in.

Why It Works for Corporate and Diplomatic Tenants

1. The right address. Inside the UN Blue Zone, minutes from Gigiri, the UN complex and numerous embassies — a short, secure commute for diplomatic and international staff.

2. Built for relocation. Space, security and turnkey comfort make Antara well suited to corporate lets and relocation packages where quality and safety matter.

3. Schools close by. Proximity to leading international schools makes family relocations far simpler.

4. Low-friction living. Backup power, filtered water, piped gas and a self-contained estate mean fewer day-to-day headaches for busy households.

A note for tenants: the specifics of what’s included in the rent — service charge, utilities, furnishing, garden and pool maintenance where applicable — are confirmed at point of enquiry, so please request the current lease terms before committing.

Finishes and Specifications

Five ensuite bedrooms + DSQ — every bedroom with its own bathroom.

Elegant designer bathrooms — a considered, high-end specification.

High-end finishes throughout — quality detailing across the home.

Floor-to-ceiling windows & soaring ceilings — light and volume as a design feature.

Open-plan living opening onto a private terrace.

Inbuilt air-conditioning and a filtered water system — comfort and water quality, built in.

Centralized gas reticulation — piped cooking gas.

Bio-digester eco waste system and automated garden irrigation — a cleaner, low-maintenance estate.

Standby generator (genset) power backup.

Internal floor area, furnishing status and the full finishes schedule are confirmed at point of enquiry. Treat any item not listed here as to be confirmed.

Who This Development Suits Best

Diplomats and UN / international staff who want a secure home within the UN Blue Zone.

Corporate relocations seeking a turnkey, high-specification family home.

Families who need space, security and proximity to leading international schools.

Professionals who want a calm, forest-edge home a short drive from Gigiri and Westlands.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is the rent? The asking rent is USD 5,500 per month. The KES equivalent and full lease terms are available on request.

How many bedrooms does each villa have? Five bedrooms, all ensuite, plus a detached staff quarter (DSQ) and a private terrace.

Where exactly is the development? On Tala Road in Runda, Nairobi — within the Gigiri diplomatic belt known as the UN Blue Zone, and directly bordering Karura Forest.

Is the villa furnished? Furnishing status is confirmed at point of enquiry. Let us know your preference and we’ll advise on what’s available.

What lease length and deposit apply? Lease terms, deposit and any service charge are confirmed directly, as they can vary. Ask for the current terms when you enquire.

What’s included in the rent? What’s covered — service charge, utilities, garden and any shared maintenance — is confirmed at point of enquiry. Please request the details before committing.

Is parking available? Yes — each villa has a carport plus additional off-street parking.

What security is in place? Antara is a gated, low-density development in an established, well-secured address. Specific security arrangements can be reviewed during a viewing.

Are pets allowed? Pet policy is confirmed at point of enquiry — please ask when you get in touch.

How soon can I move in, and how do I view? Availability and handover of keys are confirmed at enquiry. To arrange a viewing, contact Block Real Estate quoting reference 2129.

Ready to View? Contact Block Real Estate — Antara Forest Edge Villas Lettings

Antara is best understood in person — the quiet of the street, the scale of the rooms, and the forest on the doorstep tell the story better than any page can. Well-secured, spacious rentals in Runda don’t stay available long, so we’d encourage an early enquiry.

📞 Call or WhatsApp: +254 725 937 686 📧 Email: [email protected] 🏢 Block Real Estate · block.ke

Request the latest brochure, floor plans and lease terms — quote reference 2129.

Address

Area: Runda State/County: Nairobi Country: Kenya

Listing Details

Property ID: 2129 Rent: USD 5,500 / month Bedrooms: 5 (all ensuite) Bathrooms: All bedrooms ensuite DSQ: 1 Outdoor: Private terrace Internal Size: To be confirmed at point of enquiry Property Type: Stand-alone Villa Property Status: For Rent / To Let