property investment in Nairobi

What Surveyors and Planners Know About Land in Nairobi That Buyers Are Never Told

Buying land for sale in Nairobi can be a life-changing investment.Yet many buyers only focus on the title deed, the price, and the location—while missing critical technical details that surveyors and physical planners look at before recommending any plot. If you truly want to buy land in Nairobi safely and profitably, you must understand what professionals quietly check long before a sale is...

Scores Injured as Building Collapse Raises Fresh Safety Concerns in the Nairobi Real Estate Market

At least six people were injured on Wednesday February 11 morning after a building under construction collapsed at the junction of Racecourse Road and Kirinyaga Road in Nairobi’s Central Business District (CBD), once again drawing attention to deep safety gaps in the Nairobi real estate market. Police confirmed that the incident occurred in the early hours of February 11 near the busy OTC area in...

The Real Story Behind Ruiru’s Exploding Housing Developments

Ruiru has rapidly transformed from a quiet Kiambu town into one of the most active construction zones in the Nairobi satellite towns real estate market. For many real estate investors in Nairobi, Ruiru is no longer just an alternative to the city—it is now a serious contender among the leading Nairobi property hotspots. But what is really driving this construction boom, and how does it fit into the...

Nairobi’s Skyline Revolution: Court Ruling Sets New Standards for High-Rise Development

The Nairobi housing market is entering a transformative era following a landmark Court of Appeal ruling that sets new standards for high-rise developments. Corporate commercial law expert Divinah Sarange explains how this judgment provides a clear blueprint for balancing Nairobi’s rapid vertical growth with public safety, infrastructure capacity, and sustainable urban planning. Landmark ruling...

The Rise of Micro-Investors in Nairobi Real Estate and What It Means for Market Volatility

The Nairobi real estate market is entering a new phase of participation. Beyond institutional funds, developers and high-net-worth buyers, a fast-growing class of small-ticket investors is quietly reshaping demand. Across the wider Nairobi property market and the Kenya real estate market, SACCO members, chamas and users of digital property investment platforms are increasingly pooling capital to access...

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Nairobi Real Estate Market 2026: High-Cash Buyers vs Mortgage-Dependent Buyers

The Nairobi property market is no longer behaving like a single, unified housing ecosystem. A growing structural divide is emerging between buyers who transact using cash and those who rely on financing. This is quietly reshaping pricing behaviour, product design and location preferences across the wider Kenya real estate market. By 2026, the Nairobi real estate market 2026 is increasingly showing...

townhouse vs maisonette in Nairobi

Townhouse vs. Maisonette Living in Nairobi: Which Housing Style Fits Modern Families Best?

The demand for housing in Nairobi continues to evolve as families seek homes that balance privacy, space, and affordability. Two popular options that consistently attract attention are townhouses and maisonettes. While both are multi-level homes commonly found in Nairobi’s gated communities, they differ in design, lifestyle benefits, and long-term value. Understanding these differences is crucial for...

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