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Knowing how to value your property in Kenya is the first smart move before you sell, refinance, or insure your home.
Property valuation tells you what your home or land is worth today. The number looks simple, but it carries real weight. Buyers use it to set offers. Banks use it to decide loan amounts. Families use it to split an inheritance. In Kenya, people order a valuation before they sell, refinance, or insure a home.
We help sellers understand these numbers without confusion. We explain what influences value and connect you with trusted valuers. We help you price your home right, so you don’t overprice or undersell.
Check out our other article on the ultimate guide to selling your house in Kenya.
We break down how these factors apply to your home. We visit the property, check the title, and compare your area with others so you get a clear picture of its actual value.
Buyers in Kenya often decide with location first. A home near Nairobi attracts attention because schools, hospitals, and transport sit close by. A house on the outskirts can feel less valuable, even if it appears larger.
The size of land and the type of title make a clear difference. A freehold plot in Kitengela appeals to families who want more freedom over their land. A leasehold apartment in Kilimani may cost more per square metre because of its location.
For more details, read our full breakdown: freehold vs leasehold in Kenya.
A well-kept property sells faster. Fresh paint, working plumbing, and secure gates all raise the value. Cracks in the walls, broken fixtures, blocked drainage, or poor roofing can reduce the value.
Prices rise where demand stays high. If many buyers chase units in Westlands, sellers can ask for more. If the market slows, even good homes sit on listings for longer.
People pay more when roads, water, and power are already in place. Internet access now ranks high, too, especially for young professionals.
We often see sellers repeat the same errors when trying to set a price. Some come from emotions, others from gaps in knowledge, but they all end up slowing the sale or lowering your property’s value.
In Kenya, licensed valuers play a central role in setting the true worth of property. These professionals register with the Institution of Surveyors of Kenya, which gives sellers and buyers confidence in their reports.
Each method gives a different view, and valuers often combine the methods to reach a supported value.
Banks rely heavily on these reports. Before approving a mortgage or loan against property, they require proof that the stated value aligns with market reality. A professional valuation protects both the lender and the owner.
We work with valuers across Nairobi and nearby towns. We sit with you after the report arrives, explain the numbers in plain words, and show how the valuation affects your next steps.
You can take a first look at your property’s value before calling a valuer. These checks won’t replace an official figure, but they give you a sense of where your home might stand in the market.
If you’re wondering how to value a house in Kenya, this simple checklist can offer an early ballpark—but remember, DIY checks only give a rough guide and can’t replace a formal valuation.
Valuers notice how you present the space and how ready your papers are. Before the inspection:
Keep all documents ready. That includes your title deed, lease agreement, and receipts for rates or land rent. If you’ve renovated or upgraded, present records that show what you did and when. A new kitchen or a water tank can add weight, but only if you prove it with receipts or permits.
We guide sellers through every step, ensuring the valuer sees a clean, organised picture of the property.
Timing matters. Book a valuation before you list your home. You set a price that draws buyers, and you avoid wasting weeks. Book one before a mortgage or a refinance. Banks in Kenya use fresh reports to set loan limits. Plan one during succession or when handling an inheritance.
For legal steps after valuation, see our page on the legal process of selling property in Kenya.
A clear figure keeps the peace and helps you divide assets fairly. Ask for one when you set up home insurance. Insurers need up-to-date numbers to set the right cover. Valuing your property at the right time helps you avoid arguments later. It saves time at the bank and with your advocate. It puts you in a stronger position in any negotiation.
Know your home’s real value, and you control the sale by setting a price that fits the market, pushing back on low offers with facts, and planning for fees without late shocks. Book the valuation early so you can use the report to anchor your asking price and keep the deal moving from first viewing to final paperwork.
Talk to Malluug Realty Kenya today—we’ll help you value your property and guide you through every step of the sale.
