Expensive land, strict rules slow down Karen luxury property growth

A section of Runda estate in Nairobi. FILE PHOTO | NMG.

The high cost of land and strict residents’ association rules in Karen are slowing down the development of commercial luxury property, forcing investors to turn to other districts within Nairobi, a realtor has said.

Knight Frank managing director Ben Woodhams said that an acre of land in Karen costs Sh50 million, more than double the price quoted five years ago, which is the biggest deterrent to developers once the building restrictions are factored in.

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