Westlands is one of the high end neighborhoods in Nairobi. It is located about 3.2 km from the Central Business District in the Westerly areas of Parklands estate. Over the years, it has evolved from a residential to a mixed-use area. Good roads and its proximity to the CBD has led to sprouting of commercial and office spaces. Political Representation The Member of Parliament (MP) for Westlands...

Roysambu is a mixed-use commercial and residential area located about 11 kilometers from Nairobi CBD. It is part of the localities that form the extensive Kasarani area along Thika Road. It consists of various localities each with its unique character and charm. Among the popular areas in Roysambu include: Mirema Drive, TRM Area, Zimmerman, Kahawa West (near Roysambu), Garden Estate, Thome Estate, Lumumba...

Let us be honest, land and property buying is always a high risky transaction. Especially because you're spending a lot & the seller in most cases is a stranger. I totally get you, transacting huge amounts of money when you are new to buying can be stressful. However, there are safety checks that have been put in place to protect you and your hard earned money from swindlers. This is the land search...

Kileleshwa is an Up-town market estate that is located about 6 Kilometers from Nairobi CBD that majorly houses the Upper-Middle Class. This is about a 22-minute drive depending on the road conditions. The suburb covers an area of about 9 square kilometers and is home to over 27,000 residents. In terms of demarcation, Kileleshwa is among the 5 wards that are located in Dagoretti North Constituency,...

From many stories that we have heard and read, it is clear that many Kenyans are losing millions to land scams. With the popularity of land as an investment choice, many people are sacrificing a lot to own that piece. And I understand them completely. Land as an asset can give you crazy returns if done right. Moreover, it provides security to your money against economic reversals such as banking...

Buying land is one of the best vehicles of investment, especially here in Kenya. If you pay attention while driving on the Thika Superhighway, you will notice many billboards advertising land and property. I am even sure that you, yes, you, are aching to buy land as soon as you get the money. However, buying land is not like buying potatoes. (Please forgive me for the blunt choice of words.). But in a...

The off-plan model refers to buying a house that is not ready for occupancy. It could either be before groundbreaking or bought during construction of the unit. This model is a great way of addressing the homeownership gap in Kenya. It has helped many people become homeowners in a very short period of time. However, it has also led to a lot of pain. Especially where no due diligence is done by...

If you are at this step, let me first of all congratulate you for the milestones. And how far you have come. The thought of construction clearly alludes to a certain level of sacrifice that you have. Construction in Kenya is subject to regulations from the government. And while many view these regulations as bad thing, they are there to protect us. Regulations & approvals are specified guidelines and...

Owning a home is the dream of most Kenyans, if not all. There is a spot that renting does not seem to hit in the hearts of many. A thirst that is only quenched with homeownership. I am even 100% sure that you who are reading this article are thinking of the same. Having that space to raise your kids, retire to, and even chill on the weekends. All without the strain and worry of making monthly rent...

I am fairly certain that you have heard the phrase "50 by 100." The term is so common that most people think it means a plot of land. I grew up hearing the phrase on radios and the popular “buroti maguta,” but that is for another day. Today let us get to know what the 50 by 100 actually means and dive into the history and facts about it. Why do 50 -by-100 lots exist? In easy English, 50 by 100s are...