Latest real estate stories from across Kenya.
The Oval is one of Nairobi’s distinctive commercial buildings, standing along Ring Road Parklands in Westlands. The development was designed around an elliptical form and a central atrium, giving it its name and distinctive appearance. It…
The cost of buying or constructing property has over the years hindered many Kenyans from living in their dream homes, with the high upfront cost of land, construction and completed houses putting homeownership beyond the reach of many…
A director of property company Gladdens Homes Limited has been charged in connection with an alleged housing fraud scheme in which 22 people reportedly lost a combined Sh28 million. Bildad Nzuki Wambua was arraigned at the Makadara Law…
Choosing a real estate agent is not simply about finding someone who can advertise a property, arrange viewings or introduce buyers and tenants. In Kenya, estate agency is a regulated profession, and an agent handling your property has…
For many Kenyans, owning a home represents more than having a roof over their heads. It is a symbol of stability, security, and financial progress. It’s a place where families can put down roots, raise children and build a lasting legacy.…
LAPTRUST (Local Authorities Pension Trust) Imara I-REIT, a real estate firm listed at the Nairobi Securities Exchange(NSE), has recorded a 28.5% slump in half-year net earnings to KSh 57.8million. This is on account of a fall in property…
A Kenyan retiree has narrated how his lifelong dream of returning to his rural home after decades of employment turned into a costly lesson on retirement planning, saying he now wishes he had invested more in income-generating ventures…
When it comes to choosing the best investment vehicle to keep your financial future secured, the choices can be overwhelming, with many people stuck between starting a business, investing in shares, or venturing into farming. While all the…
Owning a home remains one of the greatest life aspirations for most individuals. Beyond providing shelter, a home offers security, stability, dignity, and a lasting investment for future generations, privileges that most people yearn to…
Kenya’s real estate sector is not just evolving, it is being fundamentally reshaped. For years, the industry has approached the convergence of real estate and hospitality as a matter of adding amenities: a service hub, a gym, maybe a…
Diani and Watamu land prices have risen by over 70 per cent since the COVID pandemic, reported Hass Consult on the launch of its new Coastal land price index and special report, 4 with natural beauty the top driver of the price growth. The…
As land prices continue to rise across Kenya’s major towns and fast-growing satellite regions, more Kenyans are turning to structured financing solutions to secure property early and build long-term wealth. NCBA Bank is leading this…
Kenya’s real estate sector continues to demonstrate resilience, contributing nearly 10 percent to the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and attracting sustained investor interest. Yet beneath this growth lies a structural gap: limited…
Owning a house is a significant milestone for many people. However, the process sometimes feels daunting due to the high cost of housing and limited financing options. The changing technology has, however, made it possible for people with…
Billionaire businessman Suleiman Shahbal has revealed how he lost Sh450 million in nine months during the construction of affordable housing units in Buxton, Mombasa County. Speaking on the ‘Tubonge With Chris the Bass’ podcast, Shahbal…
The affordable housing program is gaining momentum in Kenya, with high occupancy rates in completed projects in Nairobi, Homa Bay, and Nakuru. Official data indicate that over 290,000 Kenyans had registered on the Boma Yangu platform for…
In an era of rising inflation, volatile currencies, and uncertain economic growth, the question on the safest place to keep money has become more critical than ever. While saving in the bank has traditionally been viewed as the safest…
Having a roof over your head is a dream for almost every individual, whether rented or purchased. However, getting that ideal house to buy or rent is not an easy task. From a high number of conmen lingering in almost every corner with…
Moses Wekesa, a Kenyan architect, has left many online users in awe after sharing photos of a well-designed three-bedroom house with elegant finishes. The house, which sits on a 50 by 100 plot in Nyeri county, is estimated to cost Sh3.7…
James Otieno, a Nairobi-based man has revealed why he abandoned his house in Kiserian to live in a rented apartment in Nairobi. Otieno, a data analyst, revealed to Money254 that he completed building his 4-bedroom house in January 2025, an…
VAAL Real Estate, one of Africa’s leading luxury property developers, has officially launched CANTO, its eighth landmark development in Kenya. Set in the vibrant heart of Nairobi’s Westlands, CANTO introduces a new model of compact luxury…
A Kenyan man has narrated some costly financial mistakes that reduced him from a landowner to a caretaker. Duncan Mwanza, a 54-year-old father of three revealed he sold his ancestral land 30 years ago to invest in Matatu business which…
Kenyan influencer and media personality Azziad Nasenya has moved to court to challenge the planned auction of her apartment in Kileleshwa. In the case filed before the Commercial Court in Nairobi, Azziad accused Qona Deposit Taking Savings…
While a record-breaking number of new buildings now include eco-friendly features that save costs, less than 10% pursue a green building certification.
