Real Estate

Choosing between an apartment and a maisonette depends on your lifestyle, budget, and long-term plans. This guide breaks down the key differences to help you decide which home suits you best.

House hunting in Nairobi can be stressful, especially when you’re on a tight budget. Unfortunately, that pressure cost me Ksh 13,000, and I’m sharing my story so someone else doesn’t fall into the same trap.While looking for a bedsitter in Ruaka, I noticed a poster on an electricity pole...

Finding a house to let in Nairobi can be overwhelming, especially with rising demand, varying rental prices, and different lifestyle needs. Whether you’re a student, young professional, growing family, or investor, choosing the right location based on your budget is key.

Renting a house in Kenya can be exciting—but it can also be stressful if you’re not careful. Every year, many Kenyans lose money, time, and peace of mind due to avoidable mistakes when searching for rental houses.Whether you’re looking for bedsitters, apartments, maisonettes, or townhouses, understanding common rental mistakes...

Buying a home is one of the most celebrated milestones for many Kenyans — a symbol of stability, success, and long-term investment. But beyond the excitement of closing a deal and receiving the keys, homeownership comes with hidden costs that many buyers only discover after signing the dotted line.

With Kenya’s real estate sector continuing to expand and the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) increasing digital enforcement through iTax, landlords are now expected to remain fully tax-compliant in how they declare their rental income and property transactions.

Once primarily residential or commercial nodes, Kilimani and Westlands have evolved into dynamic, integrated urban hubs where people can live, work, and play with ease. From high-end offices and diverse entertainment to mixed-use developments and strategic connectivity, these neighbourhoods are shaping Nairobi’s urban future.

Ruiru and Juja are rapidly transforming into premier residential and investment hotspots for young professionals in Kenya. With strategic location advantages, robust infrastructure, affordable living, and vibrant communities, these satellite towns along the Thika Superhighway are reshaping suburban living in 2026.

Leasing agreements form the backbone of property occupation in Kenya, covering everything from residential rentals to commercial premises. Despite their importance, many people sign leases without fully understanding their legal implications — often leading to disputes, financial loss, or loss of rights.

Renting a home in Kenya comes with legal protections that many tenants are unaware of. From the moment you begin house hunting to the day you move out, the law grants you specific rights designed to protect you from unfair treatment, unsafe living conditions, and financial exploitation.

In August, the Ministry of Lands cancelled hundreds of title deeds in Ruiru through a gazette notice after establishing that the land had been sold and transferred while under a long-standing succession dispute. The property formed part of a deceased estate, and a court process dating back several years had...

Every year on December 12th, Kenyans across the country and in the diaspora come together to celebrate Jamhuri Day—one of the most important national holidays in Kenya’s history. “Jamhuri,” a Swahili word meaning republic, marks two monumental milestones for the nation: