Caption for the landscape image: Why property investors are losing money and where returns still hold Thursday, April 23, 2026 Scroll down to read the article Overcrowded developments, poor layouts, limited natural light, and inadequate parking are making some apartments less attractive to tenants. Photo credit: Shutterstock By Winnie Onyando Contributor Article Related For years, real estate in Nairobi was seen as a safe bet; buy, rent, and watch the value grow. But that equation is increasingly under strain. PREMIUM Fraud in Kenya’s property sector and how it can be nipped at the bud... The woes experienced in Kenya with regard to land issues are not from lack of sufficient laws but from the lack of proper enforcement, greed and graft. PREMIUM Eyeing a career in construction and property? We interview three experts in different sectors who share their experiences, challenges and nuggets of wisdom. PREMIUM How to handle property that won’t sell When property, especially houses take too long to sell, it becomes a stale property. PREMIUM Is this a good year to invest in property? What a recessed economy or prolonged inflation means for the property industry. PREMIUM Why real estate is declining despite huge investments Analysts feel the market is deeply saturated. Recommended for you PREMIUM The body count debate: When does a partner's past become a relationship concern? PREMIUM How Sankaran is making maths simple for millions of learners PREMIUM Should I take cheaper loans abroad or invest in Kenya’s property market? PREMIUM When you seek ‘dudus’ at the Ondiri Swamp Login to join the discussion Please enable JavaScript to view the comments powered by Disqus. In the headlines Elections News Counties Business Opinion Sports Life & Style Health Podcasts Photos Newsletters Puzzles PREMIUM How Sankaran is making maths simple for millions of learners Nirmala Sankaran built a platform to help children face math with confidence instead of fear. IEBC expands diaspora voting to 26 countries Commission chairman says mapping of more countries has been approved to boost participation by Kenyans abroad. PREMIUM Why tap water is turning green in homes around Lake Victoria Lake that feeds taps, fishermen and millions of livelihoods across East Africa is getting greener.
PREMIUM Fraud in Kenya’s property sector and how it can be nipped at the bud... The woes experienced in Kenya with regard to land issues are not from lack of sufficient laws but from the lack of proper enforcement, greed and graft.
PREMIUM Eyeing a career in construction and property? We interview three experts in different sectors who share their experiences, challenges and nuggets of wisdom.
PREMIUM How to handle property that won’t sell When property, especially houses take too long to sell, it becomes a stale property.
PREMIUM Is this a good year to invest in property? What a recessed economy or prolonged inflation means for the property industry.
PREMIUM Why real estate is declining despite huge investments Analysts feel the market is deeply saturated.
PREMIUM How Sankaran is making maths simple for millions of learners Nirmala Sankaran built a platform to help children face math with confidence instead of fear.
IEBC expands diaspora voting to 26 countries Commission chairman says mapping of more countries has been approved to boost participation by Kenyans abroad.
PREMIUM Why tap water is turning green in homes around Lake Victoria Lake that feeds taps, fishermen and millions of livelihoods across East Africa is getting greener.
