
So, let me tell you about this day back in early 2023. I’d signed up for a site visit to a project in Kajiado County – you know the usual stuff walk around, some presentations, and maybe a snack or two.
We kicked off at 9 a.m., riding into one of those white ‘tourist’ Rosa buses. If you’ve ever been on one, you’ll know the vibe—half field trip, half social hour. We were chatting, swapping stories, and cracking jokes all the way. It felt more like a road trip than a work assignment. We had traffic stops, random pick-ups, and more laughter. By the time we got to the site, slightly dusty but still buzzing, the office team had drinks and snacks waiting. Honestly, it felt nice.
Now, here’s where it got interesting. The last 7 kilometers of the journey? Oh boy. No tarmac, just pure, bumpy adventure. It was one of those stretches where you’re holding on to your seat and your patience. But while I was still questioning how an investor will view it, the guy in charge of agency told us that the this very road was part of a major government plan to connect Ongata Rongai and Kitengela. And bom!, my realtor radar went ding ding ding! A property next to a future main road? Jackpot!
Along the way, one of the other agents (who would make a better comedian, if you ask me) had shared with us a little history about the land. Turns out it used to belong to a businessman who’d used it as collateral for a loan. When things didn’t pan out, he decided to sell it off to clear his debt. You know, one person’s misstep can open doors for someone else.
But let’s me tell you about the plots themselves. The front ones? Right next to the road, perfect for commercial spaces. But the back plots—wow. They were something else. They bordered a quiet stream and had this amazing view of the Ngong Hills. The land there is sloped gently, just enough to give you that perfect vantage point. I could already picture someone sitting on their veranda, coffee in hand, soaking in the sunrise. It was the kind of spot where you’d actually look forward to mornings. I thought, if I were to buy, this would be the spot I’d go for. Another advantage for the back benchers is that by law, we can’t sell at lest 3 rows from the stream – a buffer is required. So buying at the back means your plot gets extra ‘leg’ room.
The area around the site was a mix of everything. Some plots were still grazing land, a nod to the Maasai heritage. Others were fenced and ready for homes. It was this blend of rural charm and urban dreams. You could feel the potential, like the area was on the edge of something big.
And the location? Spot on. Schools were everywhere—preschools, high schools, even universities. Hospitals, churches, mosques, all within reach. It had everything a family could need, and for an investor? A goldmine. Remember the ‘leg room’ plots I mentioned – well one will be given to the community for construction of a mosque. Hallo Christian investors, get yourself together and request for a church plot as well.
Then there was the project itself: Brookvale Tuala. A gated community with over 600 serviced plots, each 1/8 of an acre. When they said “serviced plots,” for this proejct it meant—internal roads, a perimeter wall, a secure gate, and not one but two boreholes for water. Power is also available. The titles were already out, too. Oh, and the county government had recently announced that sub-divisions smaller than 1/4 acre were no longer allowed. So, this was one of the last chances to grab a plot this size.
Standing there, I couldn’t help but picture what I’d do with a plot. Four two-bedroom apartments, all fully rented out, bringing in steady cash flow. It wasn’t just a possibility—it felt inevitable.
My Projection – Tuala area is set to develop very rapidly, its actually happening now. As Nairobi continues to convert to skyscrapper apartments, it’s the Tualas that are providing safe havens for family set ups with room for children playgrounds and leisure walks. The future of Brookvale Tuala will largely depend on the investors. It is paramount for them to establish the dos and don’ts for their investment e.g. controlled development & work with a qualified property manager. Security will be easy to organise because of the gated-community set-up. They can convert it to a beautiful suburban attracting better returns and enjoying all the benefits of a gated community or let every investor do as they please, an extention of Rongai.
Would I buy Tuala? – YES.
A few plots are remaining for sale at the original price. Soon, some early bird investors may decide to offer theirs for sale, of course at a higher price because now the plots are all serviced.
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