The new residential development on the outskirts of Nairobi offers villas and apartments with direct views of Nairobi National Park, allowing residents to see wildlife such as lions, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, hyenas, ostriches and buffaloes from their homes.
Location and accessibility
- Situated at the far end of the Nairobi Expressway, a Chinese‑built corridor completed in about 18 months.
- Travel time from Westlands (downtown) to the site is roughly 20–30 minutes, compared with 1–2 hours on older routes.
- The development is a 10‑minute drive from Jomo Kenyatta International Airport and about 25 minutes from the city’s business districts.
- A standard‑gauge railway (also built by China) runs nearby, linking Nairobi to Mombasa with roughly ten daily services; noise levels are reported as low.
Property details
| Type | Size | Starting price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Four‑bedroom villa | 3,260 sq ft | 260,000 |
| Two‑bedroom apartment | – | 63,000 |
| Three‑bedroom apartment | – | 74,000 |
- Villas include private gardens, walk‑in closets, bathtubs, terraces, and panoramic park views.
- Apartments are positioned on the “first line” after the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) line, offering unobstructed park vistas.
Planned amenities
- Community centre with swimming pool, gym, hall and retail spaces.
- Anticipated supermarket within the development.
- Security infrastructure: perimeter walls, electric fencing, watchmen and patrol vehicles.
Security considerations
- The development employs typical Nairobi security measures (electric fences, guard posts, patrol cars).
- Residents report no major security incidents within the gated area.
Investment outlook
- Expected rental yields are modest, around 5–6 %.
- The project is positioned as a 5–10‑year capital‑appreciation opportunity rather than a quick‑flip or high‑yield rental play.
- Limited supply of park‑front villas is likely to support price growth as the surrounding area and airport expand.
Target market
- Local investors form the majority of buyers, with a mix of expatriates.
- Primary occupants include doctors, hospital staff, businessmen, politicians and diaspora members seeking a tranquil weekend retreat within a short commute to the city.
- The development appeals to both owner‑occupiers and investment buyers, though most purchasers are investors.
Payment options and construction timeline
- Cash purchases are accepted for completed units.
- For units under construction (including two‑ and three‑bedroom apartments), developers offer flexible payment plans that can be spread over the construction period.
- The first phase of the development is slated for completion in July 2027.
Infrastructure context
- Nairobi’s airport is currently considered outdated, but a revamp contract with a Chinese firm is in place, aiming to deliver a world‑class facility in the coming years.
- Ongoing infrastructure upgrades (expressway, SGR, airport modernization) are improving connectivity and may further enhance the development’s attractiveness.
