Why Some Houses Stay Vacant in Nairobi In a city where housing demand is high, an empty house should make you curious. When a property stays vacant for months in Nairobi, it’s rarely “bad luck.”Vacancy is a signal — and smart renters, buyers, and investors know how to read it. This article explains why some […]
What Makes a Good Rental Property in Kenya (From a Tenant’s Perspective) Not all rental houses are created equal. Two houses may have the same rent, the same number of bedrooms, and even look similar online — yet living in one feels peaceful, while the other becomes a daily source of stress. This guide breaks […]
Developer Profiles in Kenya: How to Tell Who You Can Trust In Kenya’s property market, the developer you choose matters as much as the house itself. Two projects may look identical on paper — same location, same price range, same glossy brochures — yet one delivers on time and retains value, while the other stalls, […]
Best Websites to Find Verified Houses for Rent and Sale in Kenya (2026 Guide) Finding a house in Kenya is not the hard part.Finding a real, verified, scam-free house is. With hundreds of property websites, Facebook groups, WhatsApp brokers, and informal agents, many people waste weeks — or lose money — before finding a legitimate […]
Hidden Costs of Renting and Buying Property in Kenya (What People Don’t Tell You) When people talk about housing costs in Kenya, they usually mention only rent or purchase price.But in reality, those are just the entry points. The real cost of renting or buying is often much higher — and many people only discover […]
Renting vs Buying a Home in Kenya One of the biggest housing questions Kenyans face in 2026 is simple, should I rent, or should I buy? The right answer depends on your income, life stage, location, and long-term goals. This guide breaks down the real trade-offs in Kenya’s current housing market so you can make […]
Nairobi Rental Scam Tracker (2026): Latest Warnings, Tactics & Red Flags Rental scams in Nairobi are not slowing down — they are evolving. Every month, new tactics appear. Scammers adapt faster than most platforms, targeting desperate renters, first-time tenants, students, and people relocating to the city. This Rental Scam Tracker highlights the most common and […]
How to Choose the Right Neighborhood in Nairobi Choosing the right neighborhood in Nairobi is one of the most important housing decisions you will ever make. The right area can improve your quality of life, reduce stress, and protect your finances. The wrong one can cost you time, money, and peace of mind. This guide […]
Athi River Housing Hub Athi River is no longer just an industrial town on the outskirts of Nairobi. In 2026, it is emerging as a dual-purpose hub — combining employment, affordable housing, and long-term investment opportunity. With factories, logistics parks, and major infrastructure nearby, Athi River is increasingly attracting workers, families, and investors looking for […]
Kenya’s Affordable Housing Projects “Affordable housing” has become one of the most repeated phrases in Kenya’s property sector — but who is it actually affordable for? And who truly benefits from these projects? Between government-led initiatives, public–private partnerships, and private developer projects branded as “affordable,” the reality is more complex than the headlines suggest. This […]