Kenya’s Affordable Housing Programme: Homes for All at Fair Prices
In a bold move to bridge the housing gap and enhance homeownership among Kenyans, the Government of Kenya (GOK) has committed to delivering 500,000 affordable homes under the Affordable Housing Programme (AHP). The initiative, led by the State Department for Housing and Urban Development (SDHUD) under the Ministry of Transport, Infrastructure, Housing, Urban Development, and Public Works (MTIHUD&PW), aims to provide quality homes equipped with supporting infrastructure using innovative funding mechanisms and partnerships with the private sector.
How the AHP Works.
The AHP is designed to promote collaboration between the government and private sector developers. The government provides serviced land for housing developments, while strategic partners from the private sector fund and implement the construction of the housing units.
The first flagship project under the AHP was completed in October 2020 at Park Road, Nairobi, delivering 1,370 housing units. The high demand for these units confirmed the urgent need for more affordable homes across Kenya. As a result, new developments are now underway in:
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Starehe and Shauri Moyo, Nairobi.
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Bondeni, Nakuru Municipality.
Upcoming Projects and Pricing:
Below is a summary of the upcoming AHP housing projects, unit types, and provisional prices:
| Project Location | Unit Type | No. of Units | Floor Area (SQM) | Price (KES) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starehe, Nairobi | 1 Bedroom | 353 | 30 | 1,500,000 |
| 2 Bedroom | 1,178 | 40 | 2,000,000 | |
| 3 Bedroom | 825 | 60 | 3,000,000 | |
| Shauri Moyo A, Nairobi | 1 Bedroom | 224 | 30 | 1,500,000 |
| 2 Bedroom | 706 | 40 | 2,000,000 | |
| 3 Bedroom | 528 | 60 | 3,000,000 | |
| Shauri Moyo B, Nairobi | 1 Bedroom | 480 | 30 | 1,500,000 |
| 2 Bedroom | 636 | 40 | 2,000,000 | |
| 3 Bedroom | 336 | 60 | 3,000,000 | |
| Bondeni, Nakuru | 1 Bedroom | 45 | 33 | 1,550,000 |
| 2 Bedroom | 180 | 64 | 3,000,000 | |
| 3 Bedroom | 380 | 85 | 4,000,000 |
The Bondeni project broke ground in May 2021 and will be completed in 30 months, while the Shauri Moyo and Starehe projects will be completed within 24 months after groundbreaking.
Expression of Interest: How to Apply.
To purchase a home under the AHP, public servants and institutions are invited to submit an Expression of Interest (EOI) using the official forms available online. These forms are a critical step to help the State Department determine the number of units to reserve for public sector buyers and manage allocations effectively.
📥 Access the Forms:
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Individual Purchasers:
👉 https://forms.gle/Ce95qL761nfwhk797 -
Institutional/Bulk Purchasers:
👉 https://forms.gle/57Cvmt1FiLbFAf536
Alternatively, printed forms can be submitted to:
Procurement Secretariat, Ardhi House, 6th Floor, Wing B
Or emailed in PDF format to:
📧 cshsexpressionofinterest@gmail.com
🗓️ Deadline for Submission:
All EOIs must be submitted by 14th December 2021 at 5:00 PM (1700hrs).
What Happens Next?
Once the EOI is submitted:
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Applicants will be contacted and required to formally apply for the houses.
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A minimum deposit of 10% of the unit cost will be required by 17th February 2022 at 1700hrs.
Reference.
This blog is based on information from the official circular titled:
“20210909 Circular – Sale of AHP houses in Starehe, Shauri Moyo and Bondeni” dated 23.06.2021.
