Tigoni in Kiambu County is one of the satellite towns on the rise, offering a wide variety of housing and land options for the wealthy.
According to the Property Index published by Hass Consult in quarter four of 2022, house prices in the areas rose by 6.8 per cent in 2022.
It was also listed as one of the areas where land was advertised in 2022, according to the Land Index by the real estate company.
From the data, land prices for an acre averaged Ksh29.3 million.
In 2021, Knight Frank, a real estate firm, stated that Wealthy Kenyans were deserting Kileleshwa, Runda and Kitisuru in Nairobi for more privacy and outdoor space in Tigoni.
"Tigoni was highlighted for rapid growth as developers and house seekers flooded the region searching for land and homes.
"Almost 20 percent of Ultra-High-Net-Worth Individuals in Kenya want to buy a second home as new opportunities emerge as the way we live, work, exercise and interact is changing," Knight Frank stated.
Furthermore, according to data from the Architectural Association of Kenya (AAK) released in February 2023, Tigoni posted the highest land price increase in the second quarter of 2022 when an acre of land averaged Ksh27.7 million.
This leafy area in Kiambu is covered with carpet-like tea plantations that are alluring and offer a picturesque view.
Its cold misty mornings make it unique to the market. It is away from the busy Nairobi areas, making it ideal for building family and retirement homes.
Tigoni offers its residents the luxury of being within the capital city's reach but far enough to enjoy peace. It is approximately 26 kilometres from Nairobi's Central Business District (CBD).
According to several real estate agents, house prices range from as low as Ksh20 million, while houses range from Ksh50 million, depending on the size.
As the infrastructure in the town continues to advance, more Kenyans are moving to the town, seemingly at its budding stage.
Due to the beautiful landscape, the area is ideal for outdoor activities like golfing, cycling, and walking through the plantation.
Additionally, it receives adequate rainfall, resulting in plenty of produce. It is also home to top-notch dairy products like cheese, meat, and milk from local farms.
"Tigoni is a small, leafy green suburb in Kiambu County that is home to an affluent community of locals and expatriates," said Thayu Farm Hotel on its website.
