3d ago
Over the last decade, gated communities have gone from a niche product to the dominant style of new development across Nairobi's suburbs.
Security remains the number one driver — controlled access, perimeter walls, and often CCTV and guard patrols reduce risk significantly compared to standalone properties.
Shared amenities like pools, gyms, and playgrounds would be unaffordable for most individual homeowners, but become accessible when costs are spread across an entire development.
Resale value also tends to hold up better in well-managed gated developments, since buyers increasingly favor the security and lifestyle they offer.
The tradeoff is service charges — always factor these into your budget before buying into a gated community.
