Why Eastlands Is Emerging as a Prime Property Investment Hub

The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Kenya's leading Most Trusted, Most Preferred and Most Affordable Real Estate Developer Dagma Properties Limited, Mr. Christopher Mathea Ndirangu, has underscored the importance of strategic property investment, citing Eastlands, particularly the Kangundo Road gated estate corridor, as one of Nairobi’s most promising growth zones.

Mr Ndirangu said property investment remains a key pillar of investor risk management, noting that a balanced portfolio allows investors to cushion losses across different asset classes.

“An investor has the option of diversifying between residential real estate and commercial ventures. When one segment underperforms, returns from the other can help stabilise the portfolio,” he said.

He observed that Eastlands offers a wide range of investment opportunities, driven by a dense population and sustained demand for goods and services. Investors, he said, can tap into sectors such as restaurants, retail outlets and clothing businesses, which continue to record strong uptake in the area.

In addition to small and medium enterprises, Mr Ndirangu pointed out that Eastlands hosts major industries, including the Coca-Cola Bottling Company and Basco Products Limited, making the area attractive for investors seeking exposure to industrial and commercial property.

On housing, he said Eastlands remains one of Nairobi’s most affordable real estate markets**, with competitively priced houses, flats and apartments catering to a wide range of income earners.

“The affordability of property in Eastlands, combined with high demand for both rental and owner-occupied units, makes it a compelling option for long-term investors,” Mr Ndirangu said.

He added that improved infrastructure, proximity to the city centre and the growth of Kangundo Road gated estate developments along Kangundo Road are steadily driving property values upward, positioning Eastlands as a key frontier in Nairobi’s real estate expansion.