BuyRentKenya Unveils Property Price Index Report
Nairobi, Kenya — 17th July 2025
BuyRentKenya, Kenya’s trusted real estate marketplace,is excited to unveil its inaugural Property Price Index Report, a key part of a quarterly series designed to track the evolving property market trends across the country. The index offers comprehensive insights into land price shifts, high-return investment regions, and the fastest-growing areas within Kenya’s dynamic real estate landscape.
This first edition focuses on the land market, providing an in-depth analysis of price movements, investment hotspots, and the future outlook for property values.
Key Highlights from the Report:
- Land Price Movements & Market Dynamics
The report reveals that price growth remains strongest in satellite towns, driven by affordability and expanding infrastructure. Areas such as Kileleshwa and Hurlingham saw notable increases of 11% and 6%, respectively. Meanwhile, locations like Juja, Ruiru, Kikuyu, Ngong, and the Eastern Bypass corridor are emerging as prime investment zones due to their competitive pricing and improved accessibility. - Fastest-Growing Areas
Several regions have demonstrated exceptional growth, capturing the attention of investors:- Tigoni: 80% growth in 2 years
- Nakuru: 20% growth in less than 2 years
- Runda: 20% increase in 18 months
- Redhill: Rapidly emerging as a key development hub
Regions with High ROI Potential
Locations delivering high potential returns for residential or rental unit development include:
- Rosslyn: 40% growth in under 2 years
- Mirema: 20% over the same period
- Kabete, Ruiru, Tigoni, and Mtwapa: Strong development prospects driven by affordability
Most Expensive Areas Remain Consistent
The top 10 most expensive areas in Nairobi remain unchanged due to strong demand for commercial and high-value properties. These include Nairobi CBD, Eastleigh, South B, Brookside, South C, Upperhill, Hurlingham, Parklands, Kileleshwa, and General Mathenge.
Market Outlook: Coastal Growth and Tourism Impact
The report also projects continued appreciation in coastal land prices, driven by infrastructure expansion, vacation home demand, and the rising popularity of short-term rentals.
Areas like Mtwapa, Diani, and Bamburi are expected to deliver strong rental yields as the tourism sector recovers, making them key targets for investors.
“Kenya’s property market is showing diverse growth trends, from emerging suburbs to coastal regions,” said Elizabeth Costbair, CEO at BuyRentKenya. “Our Property Price Index provides the clarity and data investors need to make confident, strategic decisions.”
What’s Next
This release marks the first installment of the Property Price Index Series. The next report, covering houses and apartments, will be available in the coming days, giving property seekers and investors a full market perspective.
About BuyRentKenya
As Kenya’s leading real estate platform, BuyRentKenya lists over 30,000 properties every month from more than 450 verified real estate professionals, including developers, landlords, and agents. The Property Price Index leverages this unmatched data to track real-time trends in pricing, demand, and ROI, ensuring transparent and actionable insights for the market.
Access the Full Report
Download the complete Land Price Index here: https://www.buyrentkenya.com/discover/price-index
