Land
The Pros and Cons of Buying Land in Kenya
By Paul Kamau2025-11-2710 min read
The Prosperity of Earth
Land remains the favorite asset class for Kenyans. The Pros include zero maintenance costs and massive appreciation in "satellite towns" like Kamulu or Joska.
The Hard Reality
The Cons often overlooked are land grabbing risks, lack of immediate cash flow, and the "liquidity trap" where it might take years to find a buyer at your asking price.
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Land InvestmentKenya Real EstateWealth Building

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.