Land for sale in Western Kenya: The sentimental attachment associated with land is phenomenal in the region is unrivaled. Interestingly, Western Kenya has been in the news lately for political reasons as the 2022 general elections take shape.

So what of those seeking to buy land or property in these expansive region consisting of five counties of Kakamega, Vihiga, Bungoma, Busia and partly Trans Nzoia. In this article, we delve into the possible areas of land investments in the region.

Kakamega

This former provincial headquarters of the region has seen tremendous infrastructural developments that have opened it for real estate growth. The completion of the Webuye Kisumu highway, paving and tarmacking of access roads and street lighting in estates has opened up areas like Amalemba, Lurambi, Joyland, Murram, Milimani, Sichirayi for property investment. This is especially lucrative to those seeking to Invest in rental units and commercial spaces.

Luckily, the real estate in other areas like Shisiru Center, Shibuli, Mumias has also grown as a result.

Kitale

Without any doubt, Kitale has been the most cosmopolitan location in Western Kenya since colonial times. And it remains so, thanks to its strategic linkage between West Pokot, Bungoma, Kakamega and Uasin Gishu counties. Comparatively, it leads in the high pricing of land for sale in Western Kenya of same proximity and value from CBD.

Also, Kitale is prime for real estate investment currently attracting interest from established companies like Safaricom Investment Cooperative.

Bungoma

Bungoma is another prime center due to its positioning on the Webuye Malaba Highway. With the massive traffic from the trucks, the concentration of the town in a single location makes it way easier to attract tenants and clientele for developments.

According to an informal research by Valuable Homes Ltd, the town experiences higher cashflows compared to towns like Kakamega. For instance, it has more than 7 supermarket outlets with Khetias alone having 3 walk-ins.

The presence of Kibabii University has also opened up the town for retail outlets, residential developments among others to cater for student needs.

Busia

Busia town is a border town and the principal gateway to Uganda. Currently, the town and county as a whole is witnessing a low uptake in property investment due to infrastructural challenges. However, capital appreciation of land is likely to be witnessed as soon as this is sorted.

The expected awarding of charter to Alupe University will also create alot of demand for residential developments in Busia. For this reason, we anticipate alot of demand in residential property developments, commercial spaces like shopping malls, office spaces among others.

Chavakali

Lastly, Chavakali makes the list due to its interchange location at the Kisumu and Kapsabet roads. The Kapsabet road opens up the stretch especially at the Kaimosi center with the expected awarding of charter to Kaimosi Friends College to a fulfledged university. This will create demand for residential developments for both hostels and lecturers as well.

The other stretch along Kisumu highway also makes the Mbale area strategic for real estate investment as well.

So, are you thinking of investing in real estate the right way? Talk to us for free consultation to get you started.