For Sale
5AgencyKSh 37.8M
Nyumba Gabula
New Road, Watamu
3 beds3 baths
Property for sale in Watamu
Houses, villas and apartments for sale in Watamu, from beach access properties around Turtle Bay and Jacaranda to family homes in the residential streets inland. Every listing shows the asking price in the currency the seller quoted, which on this stretch of coast is as often euro as shillings.
For Sale
9AgencyKSh 31M
White Lotus 3
Turtle Bay, Watamu
2 beds2 baths
For SaleOff-plan
7AgencyKSh 30.2M
Sunset Dream Compound
Watamu Reef, Watamu
2 beds2 baths125 mยฒ
For Sale
4AgencyKSh 22.7M
Dany House
Rafiki Village, Watamu
3 beds2 baths
For Sale
8AgencyKSh 19.6M
Horizon Apartment
4 Passi, Watamu
2 beds2 baths
For SaleOff-plan
5AgencyKSh 16.5M
Nuri Residence
Ocean Breeze, Watamu
2 beds
For Sale
8AgencyKSh 8.3M
Studio Apartment in the Heart of Watamu
Watamu Centre, Watamu
1 bath45 mยฒ
Property for sale in Watamu: what to know
Distance from the beach is the biggest single lever on price in Watamu, ahead of size and ahead of finish. Use the price filter to set your ceiling, then narrow by bedrooms and by the features that decide how a coastal house actually lives, which here means a borehole, water storage, solar or a generator, and secure parking behind a gate.
Much of the villa stock in Watamu was built by and for European buyers, which is why euro asking prices are normal rather than unusual. Klickenya never converts a price for display, so what you see is what the seller asked for. Foreign buyers should note that Kenyan property is held on leasehold title of up to ninety nine years, and should ask an advocate early about whether to buy personally or through a Kenyan registered company.
Coastal property often sits on the market for a long time, so there is usually room to negotiate, particularly on larger villas. Send an enquiry through any listing to reach the agent directly and arrange a viewing.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to buy a house in Watamu?
It depends heavily on the neighbourhood and the size of the property. Use the price filter on this page to see the live range across current listings in Watamu, and open a neighbourhood page to see the average price per square metre for that specific area. Prices are shown in the currency the seller quotes: shillings for most of the country, often euro on the coast.
What fees should a buyer budget for in Kenya?
On top of the purchase price, budget for legal fees of roughly 1 to 2 percent of the value, stamp duty of 4 percent in urban areas or 2 percent in rural areas, plus land search and registration costs. Your advocate handles the search and the transfer.
Can a foreigner buy property in Kenya?
Yes. Foreigners can buy property in Kenya on a leasehold basis for up to 99 years. Freehold agricultural land is restricted to Kenyan citizens, so most foreign buyers purchase apartments, houses on leasehold title, or buy through a Kenyan registered company.
Is it free to enquire about a property on Klickenya?
Yes. Enquiries are free and go straight to the listing agent or owner. Klickenya does not charge buyers a commission or a viewing fee.
Everything in Watamu
Market data, neighbourhoods and every category in Watamu on one page.