Planning CCTV for a 3-bedroom house in Nairobi can feel overwhelming. How many cameras do you really need? The honest answer depends on your property layout, but most 3-bedroom homes in Nairobi require between 4 and 6 cameras for full perimeter coverage.
Start With Your Entry Points
Every camera you install should justify its cost. The first priority is always entry points — the front gate, front door, back door and side access. For a standard 3-bedroom maisonette, that’s already 4 cameras. Apartments in developments like Kilimani and Westlands typically need just 2–3 cameras covering the main entrance and parking.
Identify Blind Spots
Walk your perimeter at night with a phone torch. Any dark corner, gap between hedges or unlit pathway is a blind spot a burglar will exploit. ColorVu cameras with built-in lighting eliminate blind spots without requiring external floodlights.
Indoor vs Outdoor Cameras
Most Nairobi homeowners prioritise outdoor coverage first. Indoor cameras are optional — useful for larger households with staff, or properties left unoccupied for weeks at a time. Recommend one indoor camera covering the main living area if you travel frequently.
Budget Tiers
- Budget (KES 25,000–35,000): 4 x 2MP HD cameras, 1TB DVR — covers entry points only
- Mid-range (KES 45,000–60,000): 6 x 4MP cameras with night vision — full perimeter
- Premium (KES 75,000+): 8 x 4K or ColorVu cameras with smart motion alerts
Recommendation by Property Type
Apartment: 2–3 cameras — entrance, parking, staircase (if on ground floor).
Maisonette: 4 cameras minimum — front gate, front door, back door, driveway.
Standalone house with compound: 6–8 cameras — full perimeter plus driveway PTZ.
3-bedroom on large plot (Karen, Muthaiga): 8+ cameras with PTZ for perimeter patrol.
Not sure where to position your cameras? We offer a free site survey for all properties in Nairobi and surrounding counties. Our technician will map the optimal camera positions and provide a written quote within 24 hours.