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The Saruni

Location

Riverside, Nairobi

Starting from

From KES 15.6M

Status

Completed

Completion

May 2026

The Saruni in Riverside, Nairobi

About This Development

The Saruni Riverside: Luxury Apartments and Duplex Penthouses

The Saruni Riverside is a completed, occupied residence on Riverside Drive, designed around limited supply, generous layouts and a diplomatic-corridor address. The development brings 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments with DSQ options, plus large duplex penthouses, to a neighbourhood close to embassies, Westlands and Nairobi’s leading business and leisure destinations.

Apartment Types and Prices

  • 1-bedroom apartments of approximately 77–80 sqm from KES 15,570,000

  • 2-bedroom apartments with DSQ of approximately 100–145 sqm from KES 21,180,000

  • 3-bedroom apartments with DSQ of approximately 226–285 sqm from KES 39,180,000

  • Duplex penthouses of approximately 623–713 sqm from KES 94,450,000

Prices and availability depend on the specific residence, floor, outlook, parking allocation and sale terms.

Residence Features

  • Open-plan kitchens with premium cabinetry

  • En-suite bedrooms and generous balconies

  • Full-height windows and contemporary finishes

  • DSQ included in the 2 and 3-bedroom configurations

Resident Amenities

  • Infinity heated swimming pool

  • Fully equipped gym, sauna and steam room

  • East and West sky gardens with landscaped courtyard

  • Elegant reception lobby and residents’ lounge

  • EV charging, high-speed lifts, borehole and full generator backup

  • Electric fencing, CCTV, intercom and 24-hour security

  • Resident and visitor parking

Riverside Drive Location

The Saruni is positioned on Riverside Drive near embassies and international organisations, with convenient access to Westlands, Sarit Centre, Westgate, Gigiri, hospitals, international schools and the CBD. The Expressway provides a direct route towards Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.

NRE Real Estate Assessment

NRE Real Estate sees The Saruni as a strong fit for buyers who value a completed luxury residence, larger-than-average floor plans and a well-established Riverside address. The limited number of residences supports privacy, while the diplomatic setting can appeal to executive and expatriate tenants. Buyers should compare actual rental evidence, service charges, title documentation, parking rights and resale liquidity before relying on an investment return.

Who It Suits

The Saruni suits owner-occupiers seeking a high-spec Riverside home, diplomatic and corporate households needing generous accommodation, and investors targeting premium long-term rental demand.

Amenities

24-hour security with surveillance
24/7 security
Ample parking
Borehole water supply
Electric fence
Full backup generator
Fully Integrated Security Systems
Fully fitted gym
Heated swimming pool
High-speed elevators
Infinity swimming pool
Residents’ lounge
Sauna and steam room

Payment Plan Calculator

Estimate your payment schedule. 20% minimum deposit, balance within 3 months.

Select Unit Type

1 Bedroom — Purchase PriceKES 15,570,000

Deposit

20%
Min 20%Max 50%

Payment Frequency

Deposit Due

KES 3,114,000

20% upfront

Per Month

KES 4,152,000

3 payments

Balance to Pay

KES 12,456,000

after deposit

Payment Schedule

PaymentDue DateAmountRunning Total
DepositOct 2026KES 3,114,000KES 3,114,000
Month 1Nov 2026KES 4,152,000KES 7,266,000
Month 2Dec 2026KES 4,152,000KES 11,418,000
Month 3Jan 2027KES 4,152,000KES 15,570,000Complete

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Bedrooms

1 Bed, 2 Bed and 3 Bed

Type

Apartment

Units

95

Construction Progress

Completed100%

Developer & buyer intelligence

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Connect this project to its developer, supporting evidence, risks, current observations and alternatives.

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DeveloperDeveloper on request
Verification statusDeveloper verification required
Last reviewedNot recorded
Project statusCompleted

Delivery history

Delivery history has not yet been independently confirmed.

Project-specific risks

No project-specific risk signal has been recorded yet. Buyer verification is still required for documents, approvals, payment instructions and delivery assumptions.

Price and availability

Current price observation is not separately recorded; request the latest price list.

Current availability requires confirmation.

Evidence trail

No project evidence record is currently attached. Treat marketing claims as unconfirmed until documents are reviewed.

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Demand Context for The Saruni

The Saruni sits in the Riverside market, where apartment demand is supported by Nairobi Expressway, Waiyaki Way, Riverside Drive and Westlands Business District and shaped by corporate tenant demand, executive rental demand, expat rental demand and family housing demand.

InvestorsProfessionalsExecutive tenantsDiaspora buyersForeign buyersExpatriatesLuxury buyersFamily buyers

Buyer caution

  • Corporate tenants compare quality, parking, management and convenience very quickly.
  • Oversupply can weaken rents for generic apartments even in strong office markets.
  • Executive tenants are quality-sensitive and will reject weak finishes or poor management.

Why this location can support demand

Riverside demand is not only about the area name. It comes from access, daily convenience and buyer groups such as Investors, Professionals, Executive tenants and Diaspora buyers.

What to compare before shortlisting

Compare this apartment against similar options in Riverside by price, layout, parking, service charge, management, resale depth and document readiness.

Main opportunity

Supports rental demand where apartments are close to office access and lifestyle convenience.

Main caution

Corporate tenants compare quality, parking, management and convenience very quickly.

Demand anchors

Nairobi ExpresswayWaiyaki WayRiverside DriveWestlands Business District

Demand drivers

Corporate Tenant DemandExecutive Rental DemandExpat Rental DemandFamily Housing Demand

Verification status

Buyer Safety Snapshot

Buyer verification needed

Quick answer

The Saruni should be assessed through current availability, ownership or seller authority, price logic, payment instructions, documents and how it compares with similar apartment options in Riverside.

Main risk

The buyer may pay or sign before confirming ownership, current terms, seller authority, payment path and comparable value.

What to verify

  • Current price, availability and the exact unit or property being offered.
  • Seller, developer or agent authority to share documents and receive instructions.
  • How the asking price compares with similar properties in the same area and buyer use case.
  • Whether payment instructions, reservation terms and refund terms are written and consistent.
  • Service charge, parking allocation, water storage, lift or generator coverage and management-company position.

Documents to request

  • Title, mother title or ownership documents relevant to the property type.
  • Official search or written direction on how the buyer's advocate should confirm ownership.
  • Seller ID, company documents, developer profile or authority-to-sell documents where applicable.
  • Draft sale agreement, letter of offer or reservation terms before payment.
  • Written payment instructions and receipts process before any funds move.

Who it suits

Buyers who are interested in the property but want a cleaner check on value, documents, payment safety and next steps.

Who should be cautious

Buyers being asked to pay, sign or decide quickly before documents and current terms are clear.

Advisor verdict

Treat The Saruni as a buyer-side review until the key documents, payment route and comparable value are clear. Interest is useful, but it should not replace verification.

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When to pause

  • Payment is requested before documents, seller authority or payment instructions are clear.
  • The price looks attractive but comparable options have not been checked.
  • A buyer is pushed to reserve quickly without time for advocate review.
  • Service charge, parking, water, lifts, management or title position is unclear.

Buyer Fit

Buyer Profiles for The Saruni

Read this apartment through the buyer path that matches your situation before requesting documents, comparing alternatives or paying deposit.
Property InvestorsRental demand, yield, vacancy, supply pressure, management cost and exit logic.Luxury BuyersPrivacy, security, estate reputation, maintenance burden and high-ticket resale depth.Foreign BuyersOwnership, legal process, local representation, payment path and post-purchase management.Mortgage BuyersLender fit, valuation risk, approval timing, deposit terms and completion alignment.First-time BuyersSequence, budget discipline, document timing and safer first-purchase checks before deposit.Cash BuyersSpeed, negotiation power, payment confirmation, document timing and before-deposit discipline.

Available Unit Types

Type

1 Bedroom

Size

77 - 80 sqm

Price

From KES 15.6M

Units available

Type

2 Bedroom + DSQ

Size

100 - 145 sqm

Price

From KES 21.2M

Units available

Type

3 Bedroom + DSQ

Size

226 - 285 sqm

Price

From KES 39.2M

Units available

Type

Duplex Penthouse

Size

623 - 713 sqm

Price

From KES 94.5M

Units available

Payment Plan

20% deposit with the balance payable under the selected residence’s sale or transfer schedule. Confirm taxes, legal fees, service charge, parking allocation, title or lease documentation and handover terms before payment.

Riverside Area Intelligence

Selective apartment scarcity

Compact upper-market apartment corridor valued for quiet Westlands access, scarcity and corporate tenant suitability.

Buyer fit: Senior professionals, expatriate tenants and buyers who want Westlands access without full commercial intensity.

Investment Context

Test The Saruni as a apartment in Riverside against rental demand, vacancy risk, service-charge exposure, resale depth and related buyer research before relying on the headline price or ROI note.

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Diaspora Buyer Checks

If you are reviewing The Saruni from outside Kenya, connect the listing to remote viewing evidence, lawyer-led due diligence, payment verification, authority controls and post-handover management before sending funds.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the starting prices and unit sizes at The Saruni?

The Saruni offers 1-bedroom apartments of about 77–80 sqm from KES 15.57M, 2-bedroom apartments with DSQ of about 100–145 sqm from KES 21.18M, 3-bedroom apartments with DSQ of about 226–285 sqm from KES 39.18M, and duplex penthouses of about 623–713 sqm from KES 94.45M. Confirm the selected residence, floor, parking and live availability.

Is The Saruni completed and ready for occupation?

Yes. The Saruni is recorded as completed in May 2026 and is an occupied residential development. Confirm the selected unit’s handover record, title or lease documents, snagging position and any outstanding common-area works before purchase.

Where is The Saruni located and what is nearby?

The Saruni is on Riverside Drive in Riverside, Nairobi, near embassies and international organisations, with access to Westlands, Sarit Centre, Westgate, Gigiri, hospitals, international schools and the CBD.

What amenities are available at The Saruni?

Residents have access to East and West sky gardens, an infinity heated pool, gym, sauna, steam room, landscaped courtyard, residents’ lounge, high-speed lifts, borehole water, generator backup, EV charging, CCTV, electric fencing and 24-hour security. Confirm the current service charge and operational facilities.

Is The Saruni a good investment or rental property?

The completed Riverside location and larger layouts can suit diplomatic, executive and expatriate tenants. Test actual rents, service charge, vacancy, management costs, parking rights and resale demand before relying on a yield estimate.

Connected Property Intelligence

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