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. Eyeing a career in construction and property? We interview three experts in different sectors who share their experiences, challenges and nuggets of wisdom. How to handle property that won’t sell When property, especially houses take too long to sell, it becomes a stale property. Is this a good year to invest in property? What a recessed economy or prolonged inflation means for the property industry. Why real estate is declining despite huge investments Analysts feel the market is deeply saturated. . Recommended for you PREMIUM Can you safely postpone your menses? What women should know about period-delay pills PREMIUM The changing aspects of Mombasa Road growth PREMIUM 'I took Sh2m loan for my boyfriend, then he scammed me' PREMIUM Are police authorised to deflate tyres, snatch car keys from traffic offenders? 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 Linda Mwananchi NDC will be a closed door affair, no media coverage The convention's venue will not be disclosed. PREMIUM School principal ordered to pay Sh1.2m for disclosing student's HIV status Teachers and administrators discussed the girl's health without consent. Tribunal clears way for Sifuna’s Linda Mwananchi delegates conference The NCD is expected to endorse his presidential candidature.
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.
Eyeing a career in construction and property? We interview three experts in different sectors who share their experiences, challenges and nuggets of wisdom.
How to handle property that won’t sell When property, especially houses take too long to sell, it becomes a stale property.
Is this a good year to invest in property? What a recessed economy or prolonged inflation means for the property industry.
Linda Mwananchi NDC will be a closed door affair, no media coverage The convention's venue will not be disclosed.
PREMIUM School principal ordered to pay Sh1.2m for disclosing student's HIV status Teachers and administrators discussed the girl's health without consent.
Tribunal clears way for Sifuna’s Linda Mwananchi delegates conference The NCD is expected to endorse his presidential candidature.
