Diaspora - Herencia

A GATED COMMUNITY IN THIKA

Own a Piece of Home with Herencia

Are you part of the global Kenyan diaspora looking for a secure, convenient, and value-driven investment back home? Look no further than Herencia, Thika’s premier master-planned gated community offering serviced plots in a serene and secure environment. Whether you are planning to build your dream home, invest in real estate, or create a legacy for your family, Herencia is the perfect choice for you.

How Herencia Makes It Easy for the Diaspora

Virtual
Consultations

At Herencia, we understand that distance should never be a barrier to securing your dream investment. Connect with our expert sales team, no matter where you are in the world.

Trusted & Transparent Process

We work with verified legal partners and trusted financial institutions to ensure a seamless transaction from anywhere in the world.

Site Visits on Your Behalf

We understand that as a member of the diaspora, visiting Kenya to inspect your potential investment might not always be feasible. Have a trusted representative visit the site or schedule a virtual tour.

Legal Guide for Buying Land in Kenya

1. Conduct a Physical Survey and Beacon Verification

Before taking possession, hire a licensed surveyor to inspect the land’s boundaries and verify they align with the survey map from the Ministry of Lands. This prevents future disputes over measurements or encroachments.

2. Conduct a Land Search

Begin by confirming the seller’s legal ownership of the land. Visit the lands registry or use the e-Citizen portal to perform an official search. This confirms the land’s size, location, ownership history, and any existing caveats or restrictions that could affect the sale.

3. Verify Land Ownership and Title Deed

Check that their name matches the registered details on the title deed and validate the document’s authenticity through an official search at the Ministry of Lands or Ardhisasa platform. This step ensures the land isn’t public property, under litigation, or pledged as collateral.

4. Sign a Sale Agreement

Once ownership is verified, draft a detailed sale agreement outlining the price, payment terms, and responsibilities of both parties. Engage a lawyer to review to safeguard your interests

5. Valuation for Stamp Duty

A government valuer or registered private valuer will conduct a valuation of the land to determine its market value. This report is used to calculate the stamp duty payable.

6. Pay Stamp Duty and Transfer Fees

Stamp duty, a government tax, must be paid before transfer—4% of the land value in urban areas and 2% in rural zones. Additional registration fees apply at the lands registry to process the new title deed.

7. Complete the Land Transfer and Registration

The seller signs transfer documents in the presence of a lawyer, which are then submitted to the Ministry of Lands for registration. Upon approval, you’ll receive a new title deed in your name, finalizing ownership.

8. Take Possession

With all legal processes complete, you are now free to begin building your dream home in a master-planned community designed for comfort, security, and long-term value.

Buy & Build Financing Options