Cheap Bedsitter and One Bedroom Houses in Kisumu

Finding a house to live in Kisumu can be a daunting task for many people, especially beginners who are unsure of where to start. However, worry not — you will find it easier after reading this article. There are many vacant, affordable houses available at the end of every month when people move for various reasons. To upgrade, you only need the right agent to help you get a place.

Where to Get Cheap Bedsitters and One-Bedroom Houses in Kisumu

Kisumu has estates for the rich, middle class, and low-income earners, but trust me, you can still find cheap, good houses in rich estates like Milimani, Riat, and Lolwe.

In Mamboleo

Mamboleo is situated at a distance from Kisumu town, along the Kisumu-Kakamega road. The estate has a good road whose construction ended in August 2025. When you enter from the right side, there are high-end apartments that are a bit expensive. A one-bedroom house starts from Ksh 15,000. On your left side, on the road heading to Club Da Place Kisumu, there are many cheap houses comprising single rooms and bedsitters ranging from Ksh 2,500 to Ksh 6,000.

The area is largely occupied by the working class and students from Uzima University, located behind Lake Basin Mall.
Getting to Mamboleo from Kisumu town by matatu costs only 50 bob.

Nyalenda

Nyalenda is located in the southeast of Kisumu town near Dunga Beach. Most of the houses are built of mud, some are mabati houses, and a few are modern houses. Most of the people living in the area do small businesses from hand to mouth.

In Nyalenda, you can get a bedsitter that costs Ksh 4,500 monthly and a one-bedroom house that goes for Ksh 10,000.

Along Kibos Road

Along Kibos Road, there are many estates, including Migos and Manyatta. I know of a market called Ka Makaa. The area is growing, has some beautiful apartments, several religious centres, and you can also get bedsitter houses at a cheaper cost from Ksh 7,000 and a one-bedroom house for Ksh 10,000.

Kanyamedha

Found along the murram road from Uzima University up to near the airport, mostly students live in the area. Other business people who own small shops also stay in the area. The houses in the area are relatively low-priced, and there are single rooms from Ksh 3,000.