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Furniture for expats, visitors and the diaspora in Nairobi
Bobby Furniture Kenya furnishes homes in Nairobi for people new to Kenya, people on longer stays, Kenyans abroad furnishing a home for family, and Airbnb hosts. You can order everything on WhatsApp from any country, see photos or a video of the exact piece, pay by bank transfer, and have it delivered and set up at your Nairobi address. A 1-bedroom apartment starts at about KSh 126,000 for the main pieces. Our showroom is in Kahawa Sukari, off Thika Road. WhatsApp +254 708 156 310.
How much does it cost to furnish an apartment in Nairobi?
Our most affordable piece in each line today, using the prices on this website. Bed prices are for the frame; mattresses and delivery are extra. Swap any piece for a bigger or more premium design.
| Piece | Design | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sofa | Forest Green Textured Loveseat 2-Seater | KSh 25,000 |
| 5×6 bed (frame) | Blue Velvet Button-Tufted Chesterfield Bed | KSh 28,000 |
| Dining set | Brown Velvet Button-Tufted 4-Seater Dining Set | KSh 55,000 |
| TV stand | White Slatted TV Stand | KSh 18,000 |
| Total | KSh 126,000 |
| Piece | Design | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Sofa set (5+ seats) | Minimalist White 6-Seater L-Shape Sofa with Footrest | KSh 45,000 |
| Coffee table | Wooden Stacking Coffee Table Set | KSh 35,000 |
| Main bed, 5×6 (frame) | Blue Velvet Button-Tufted Chesterfield Bed | KSh 28,000 |
| Second bed, 4×6 (frame) | 4by6 Pink Fabric Bed with Tufted Headboard | KSh 25,000 |
| 6-seater dining set | 6 Seater Vintage Brown Dining Set | KSh 75,000 |
| TV stand | White Slatted TV Stand | KSh 18,000 |
| Total | KSh 226,000 |
How to order furniture in Kenya from abroad
- Send us your list. WhatsApp +254 708 156 310 with the rooms you are furnishing, your budget and the area of your Nairobi home. Links to products on this website are perfect.
- See the real pieces. We send extra photos or a short video of each piece and fabric, and can make many sofas and beds in your size and colour.
- Get one written quote. Furniture, delivery fee and delivery date, all confirmed on WhatsApp before you pay anything.
- Pay safely. By bank transfer, which works from abroad, or by M-Pesa through someone in Kenya. We never ask for a PIN or card details.
- We deliver and set up. Our team carries everything in and can assemble beds, wardrobes and dining sets. If you are not in Kenya yet, a family member, caretaker or agent can receive it for you.
Delivery to the areas expats and visitors live in
From our Kahawa Sukari showroom to your door. Fees are for one delivery to your door. We always confirm the final fee on WhatsApp before you pay.
| Area | Delivery fee |
|---|---|
| Westlands | KSh 3,500 |
| Kileleshwa | KSh 3,500 |
| Lavington | KSh 3,500 |
| Kilimani | Confirmed on WhatsApp |
| Parklands | KSh 3,000 |
| Muthaiga | KSh 2,500 |
| Gigiri | Confirmed on WhatsApp |
| Runda | Confirmed on WhatsApp |
| Kitisuru | KSh 3,500 |
| Karen | KSh 4,000 |
| Lang'ata | KSh 3,500 |
| Syokimau | KSh 4,000 |
| Ruaka | KSh 3,000 |
| Kiambu | KSh 3,000 |
Delivery fees for every Nairobi area · Delivery outside Nairobi
Furnishing an Airbnb or short-let apartment
Hosts furnishing one or several units in Nairobi can order everything in one go: sofas, beds, dining sets, TV stands, nightstands and storage. Send us the number of units and rooms on WhatsApp and we quote the full set with one delivery plan. Durable fabrics such as corduroy and easy-clean upholstery suit busy rentals — see our corduroy vs velvet guide and sofa care guide.
Questions from expats, visitors and the diaspora
Can I buy furniture in Kenya while I am still abroad?
Yes. Message Bobby Furniture Kenya on WhatsApp (+254 708 156 310) from any country. We send photos or a video of the exact pieces, confirm prices, the delivery fee and the delivery date in writing, and deliver to your Nairobi address when you are ready.
How do I pay for furniture in Kenya from outside the country?
We accept bank transfer, which works from abroad, and M-Pesa, which a family member, friend or agent in Kenya can use to pay for you. We confirm everything on WhatsApp before you pay, and we never ask for a PIN or card details.
How much does it cost to furnish a 1-bedroom apartment in Nairobi?
At Bobby Furniture Kenya, a sofa, a 5×6 bed frame, a dining set and a TV stand currently start at about KSh 126,000 in total, before the mattress and delivery. Prices are on our website and change over time; we confirm them when you order.
Do you deliver to Westlands, Gigiri, Runda, Karen and other expat areas?
Yes. We deliver across Nairobi, including Westlands, Kileleshwa, Lavington, Kilimani, Parklands, Muthaiga, Gigiri, Runda, Kitisuru and Karen. Listed fees for these areas run KSh 2,500 to KSh 4,000; any area not on our list is quoted on WhatsApp before you pay.
Can someone else receive the furniture for me?
Yes. Tell us who will receive the delivery — a family member, caretaker, landlord or agent — and we arrange the day and time with them. They should check every piece before our team leaves.
Do you furnish Airbnb and short-let apartments?
Yes. Send us the number of units, the rooms and your budget on WhatsApp and we put together a quote. Many sofas and beds can be made in a colour or size that matches across all your units.
Are your prices in US dollars?
Our prices are in Kenyan shillings (KSh). Use your bank or money-transfer app to see the current exchange rate when you pay.