Residential Land for Sale in Kenya | Best Plots 2025

Discover premium residential land for sale across Kenya, perfect for home construction and long-term investment. Our listings include fully serviced plots with ready title deeds in gated communities and emerging neighborhoods. Prices range from Ksh 1.5 million per acre in developing areas to Ksh 10 million+ in prime locations near urban centers.

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Kikuyu Kerwa Prime and Affordable Plots
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  • KES 2,000,000
Maanzoni: 5 Acres Commercial
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  • KES 17,000,000
47acres for Sale in Mulinge Scheme
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  • KES 4,500,000
53 Acres In Lukenya
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  • KES 3,500,000
Lavington: 1.3 Acre for Sale
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  • KES 350,000,000
7.5 Acres Behind Nice Lovely. Msa Rd
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  • KES 85,000,000
Prime 10 Acres Commercial for Sale
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  • KES 25,000,000
Prime 1acre Watamu Near Watamu Beach
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  • KES 8,500,000
4 Acres Tea Farm on Sale in Gatura Gatanga
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  • KES 6,000,000
Modern Hospital Site 0.47 Acres Land
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  • KES 175,000,000
11 Acres Near Gituru Boys Muranga With Tea and Avocado Trees
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  • KES 6,000,000
2 Acres Kisaju Mwalimu Sacco on Sale
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  • KES 8,700,000
Prime Corner Plot 0.45 Acres Kilimani
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  • KES 250,000,000
Kikuyu-Ndiguini, Ndacha
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  • KES 1,500,000
Greatwall Kitengela Plots
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  • KES 350,000

Residential Land for Sale in Kenya

Kenya's residential land market offers diverse opportunities for home builders and investors alike. From affordable quarter-acre plots to expansive acreage, find the perfect parcel to build your dream home or residential development project.

Residential Land Market Overview

The Kenyan residential land market continues to grow steadily, with increasing demand around major urban centers and satellite towns. Key growth areas include Nairobi's outskirts, Kiambu County, and emerging towns along major transport corridors.

Types of Residential Land Available

Land TypeAverage Price RangePopular AreasTypical Sizes
Residential PlotKsh 2-5M per 1/8 acreKiambu, Kitengela, Ruiru1/8 - 1/4 acre
Housing PlotKsh 3-7M per 1/4 acreAthi River, Ngong, Thika1/4 - 1/2 acre
Building PlotKsh 1.5-3M per acreMachakos, Kajiado, Limuru1-5 acres

Key Features of Our Listings

  • Title Status: Freehold or leasehold with clean titles (30+ years remaining)
  • Zoning: Approved for residential development
  • Access: All-weather roads with public transport access
  • Utilities: Water and electricity available or easily connectable
  • Topography: Level to gently sloping terrain ideal for construction

Investment Potential

Residential land in Kenya offers excellent appreciation potential, especially in areas benefiting from infrastructure projects like new highways, railway lines, and commercial developments. Many areas near Nairobi have seen annual appreciation rates of 15-25% over the past five years.

Have Questions?

Frequently Asked Questions

Always verify the title deed (check authenticity at Ministry of Lands), search certificate, land rates clearance certificate, and approved survey plans. For group ranches or community land, ensure proper subdivision approvals are in place.

Minimum plot sizes vary by county zoning regulations. In most urban areas, the smallest approved residential plot is typically 1/8 acre (50x100ft), while rural areas may allow smaller sizes. Always confirm with local planning authorities.

Yes, most residential zones have building regulations including minimum setbacks (usually 10-15 feet from boundaries), maximum height restrictions, and approved construction materials. Some gated communities may have additional architectural guidelines.

With all documents ready, transfers typically take 30-60 days. The process includes conducting searches (7-14 days), preparing transfer documents (7 days), paying stamp duty (immediate), and registration at the lands office (14-30 days).

Landowners must pay annual land rates to county governments (typically Ksh 2,000-10,000 depending on location and size). If part of a gated community or scheme, there may be maintenance fees (Ksh 5,000-20,000 annually).
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