Construction
Cost Estimation: What it Costs to Build in Kenya (2026)
By Paul Kamau2025-12-2016 min read
Current Construction Rates
According to the 2025/2026 Integrum Handbook, building costs have stabilized but remain high. A standard 3-bedroom bungalow now averages KES 54,730 per sqm, while high-end maisonettes in Nairobi can exceed KES 97,000 per sqm.
We provide a checklist for budgeting for "hidden" site costs like excavation and perimeter walling.
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Paul Kamau
Senior Market Analyst at Murivest Realty Group with over 10 years of experience in commercial real estate investment and market research. Sarah specializes in identifying emerging market trends and investment opportunities in Nairobi's commercial property sector.