Our story
Kenya's most precise
rental platform.
HousezArena was built out of frustration. Finding a rental in Nairobi meant vague descriptions, wrong neighbourhoods, and wasted journeys. We decided to fix that — one GPS pin at a time.
Our mission
Make every rental search honest.
Every listing on HousezArena has a real GPS pin, a real photo, and real information about water, power, and matatu access. No vague “near Westlands” — you see the exact street, from your phone, before you spend time or money visiting.
How we're different
GPS-verified pins
Accurate to 3 metres — listers capture location at the property entrance.
Neighbourhood intelligence
Water schedule, matatu routes, safety score, and borehole status on every listing.
In-app navigation
Get directions without leaving HousezArena — walk, matatu, or drive.
Zero hidden fees
Free for seekers, free for listers during beta. No commissions, no listing fees.
100%
GPS verified listings
Free
For all seekers, forever
Nairobi
Launching first, expanding next
2025
Founded in Kenya
The team
Built in Nairobi, for Nairobi.
Founder & Engineer
Built HousezArena to solve a problem he faced firsthand: finding a reliable rental in Nairobi.
Design & UX
Coming soon — we're a lean team and proud of it. Want to join? Email us.
Growth & Partnerships
Know the Nairobi rental market? We'd love to hear from you.
Get in touch
For partnerships, press enquiries, or just to say hello: