Property for sale in Ongata Rongai starts from about KSh 2.3 million for a 50×100 plot and KSh 2.95 million for a 1 bedroom apartment. Ready 2 bedroom apartments cost about KSh 3.7 million, a 4 bedroom bungalow on a quarter acre costs about KSh 14.5 million, and gated maisonettes and villas cost KSh 20–32 million. Ongata Rongai is a fast-growing town in Kajiado County, about 20 km south-west of the Nairobi CBD.
Last updated: October 2026 · Prices taken from the 8 live listings on this site.
- Ongata Rongai prices (2026)
- Property for sale in Ongata Rongai
- Why buy in Ongata Rongai
- Neighbourhood guide
- Investing and renting
- Ongata Rongai at a glance
- Full cost of buying
- How to buy safely
- Nearby areas
- FAQs
Ongata Rongai property prices (2026)
The table below summarises asking prices across the property for sale in Ongata Rongai that Sir Francis Homes currently markets. Final prices depend on size, floor or plot, view and finishes.
| Property type | Typical price range |
|---|---|
| 50×100 plot | From about KSh 2.3M |
| 1–2 bedroom apartment | KSh 2.95M – 3.8M |
| 4 bedroom bungalow on 1/4 acre | About KSh 14.5M |
| Gated maisonette (1/8 acre + DSQ) | From about KSh 20M |
| 4–5 bedroom villa | KSh 24M – 32M |
Ongata Rongai is one of the cheapest places near Nairobi to buy a new apartment or a plot, while gated estates such as Shangrila Villas and Ten Villas offer family homes for well under the price of similar houses in Karen or Lang’ata.
Property for sale in Ongata Rongai
Every property below is a live listing with photos and full details. Click through to see the page, or call us to check what is still available.
New property for sale in Ongata Rongai are added regularly, so check back or ask us for the latest list.
Apartments (from KSh 2.95M)
- Emaiyan Residences – ready 1 and 2 bed from KSh 2.95M
- 2 bedroom apartments in Ongata Rongai – ready, KSh 3.7M
- Serenity Apartments – 1–3 bed, 2 bed from KSh 3.7M
Houses and villas (KSh 14.5M – 32M)
- 4 bedroom bungalow in Rongai – 1/4 acre plot, KSh 14.5M
- Shangrila Villas – 152 maisonettes on 1/8 acre plots, from KSh 20M cash
- Ten Villas – 4 bed villas from KSh 24M
- 5 bedroom villa in Rongai – ensuite home + DSQ, KSh 32M
Plots
- Ngoroi Plots – 50×100 plots, KSh 2.3M
Why buy in Ongata Rongai
Buyers looking at property for sale in Ongata Rongai usually have a few clear reasons in mind:
- Affordable entry: apartments from under KSh 3 million and plots from about KSh 2.3 million.
- Space for families: quarter-acre and eighth-acre plots in gated estates.
- Close to Karen and Lang’ata: the Magadi Road links Rongai to Lang’ata, Karen and the Southern Bypass.
- Universities nearby: Multimedia University and Africa Nazarene University bring steady rental demand.
- Growing town: new malls, schools and hospitals keep opening as Nairobi expands south.
Living in Ongata Rongai: neighbourhood guide
Ongata Rongai lies along Magadi Road just beyond Lang’ata, on the southern edge of Nairobi National Park, in Kajiado County. Popular pockets include Rongai town centre, Rimpa, Kware, Tuala, Gataka and the Maasai Lodge Road area.
Getting around
Magadi Road connects Rongai to Lang’ata Road, Galleria Mall and the Southern Bypass. Matatus run frequently to the CBD, though peak-hour traffic on Magadi Road can be heavy.
Shopping and services
Rongai town has supermarkets, markets, banks and hospitals, and Galleria Mall and The Hub Karen are within a reasonable drive.
Schools and universities
Multimedia University and Africa Nazarene University are close by, and there are many private primary and secondary schools in the area.
Water and power
Water supply varies across Rongai, so many estates use boreholes and storage tanks. Check this before you buy.
Investing and renting in Ongata Rongai
Rongai has steady demand from students, university staff and young workers who commute to Nairobi, so small apartments let quickly. Family houses in gated estates attract tenants who want more space than Nairobi offers.
Low entry prices help rental yields, but check the title, access road and water supply carefully, especially for plots.
Ongata Rongai at a glance
- County: Kajiado County
- Distance to Nairobi CBD: about 20 km
- Main property types: apartments, bungalows, maisonettes, villas and plots
- Typical prices: plots from KSh 2.3M; apartments from KSh 2.95M; houses KSh 14.5M – 32M
- Best for: first-time buyers, families and investors on a budget
- Key roads: Magadi Road, Lang’ata Road, Maasai Lodge Road
Worked example: the full cost of buying in Ongata Rongai
Here is a simple example for a 4 bedroom bungalow priced at KSh 14,500,000. Use it as a rough guide; your advocate and lender will give you exact figures.
| Cost item | Estimate |
|---|---|
| Purchase price | KSh 14,500,000 |
| Stamp duty (4%) | KSh 580,000 |
| Legal fees (often about 1–2% plus VAT) | KSh 145,000 – KSh 290,000 |
| Valuation fee (only with a mortgage) | Ask your lender for a quote |
| Service charge deposit or connections | Varies by estate |
On a KSh 14,500,000 purchase, plan for roughly KSh 15,225,000 to KSh 15,370,000 in total before any mortgage costs. If the land is outside a municipality, stamp duty is 2% instead of 4%.
How to buy in Ongata Rongai safely
Follow these steps whenever you buy any of the property for sale in Ongata Rongai on this page.
- Search the title: run an official search at the Kajiado land registry and confirm the seller is the registered owner.
- Check the boundaries: have a licensed surveyor confirm the beacons and plot size on site.
- Check estate rules: in gated communities ask for the estate rules, management company and service charge.
- Budget for costs on top of the price: stamp duty is 4% within a municipality or 2% outside, plus legal fees, and valuation fees if you use a mortgage.
- Use your own advocate: have an independent advocate review the sale agreement before you pay any deposit.
Run official land searches through the government’s Ardhisasa portal where the registry is online, and check current stamp duty rules and payment on the Kenya Revenue Authority website.
Read our step-by-step guides: how to buy property in Kenya, land title search in Kenya, stamp duty in Kenya and buying off-plan property in Kenya.
Nearby areas
If you cannot find the right home among the property for sale in Ongata Rongai, these nearby areas and guides are worth a look.
- Property for sale in Ngong – plots and houses just west
- Houses for sale in Karen – premium homes next door
- Property for sale in Syokimau – affordable homes along Mombasa Road
- Land for sale in Kenya
Frequently asked questions
How much is a house in Ongata Rongai?
A 4 bedroom bungalow on a quarter acre costs about KSh 14.5 million, gated maisonettes start from about KSh 20 million, and 4–5 bedroom villas cost KSh 24–32 million.
How much is an apartment in Ongata Rongai?
Ready 1 and 2 bedroom apartments in Ongata Rongai cost about KSh 2.95–3.8 million.
How much is a plot in Ongata Rongai?
A 50×100 plot in Ongata Rongai costs from about KSh 2.3 million, depending on the location and access.
Is Ongata Rongai a good investment?
Rongai has low prices, steady demand from students and commuters, and continued growth as Nairobi expands south, which supports both rental income and land values.
What are the extra costs when buying in Ongata Rongai?
Budget for stamp duty (4% within a municipality or 2% outside), legal fees, survey fees and any estate service charge.
Talk to Sir Francis Homes
Sir Francis Homes markets apartments, houses and plots in Ongata Rongai and the surrounding areas. We can share floor plans and documents, check availability and arrange viewings from Monday to Saturday, 9am–5pm. Call us to view any of the property for sale in Ongata Rongai listed above.
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