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Astra Bay

An under-construction Lower Kabete apartment development with studio, superior studio, one- and two-bedroom layouts, about 15 minutes from Westlands, with a pool, gym, jogging track and landscaped shared areas.
Updated 14 Oct 2026Site visit 14 Oct 2026Editorial
Astra Bay
Studio sizes

Construction progress, site visit 14 Oct 2026 Desktop review

On schedule
2025
Jul
Oct
2026
Jan
Apr
Jul
Oct
2027
Jan
Apr
Jul
Complete 68%
Walling
Pending works
68% complete
Kick-off Jun 2025
Today 17 Oct 2026
Planned and forecast completion Jun 2027

Works by stage, 13 Oct 2026

Substructure
100%Complete
Superstructure
100%The superstructure works are complete
Walling
95%Partition Walling Ongoing
Openings
0%
Finishes
50%Plaster Works ongoing, Floor Finishes Ongoing
Joinery Fittings
0%
Mechanical works
80%
Electrical Works
40%

Price from

KES 1.96M
Studio, 26.1 m², KES 75,096 per m²

Total cost to buy

KES 2.06M
Quarterly instalments, with stamp duty and legal fees

Available

On request
Ask the developer for live availability

Developer and team

Tenure: Sectional title on completion .

DeveloperLaureland Homes
Official project website, 13 Oct 2026
Sales / enquiriesLaureland Homes Sales Team
Official developer/project website, 13 Oct 2026

Amenities

  • Built-in internet cabling
  • 24-hour CCTV
  • backup generator
  • borehole water
  • high-speed lifts
  • social hall
  • swimming pool
  • gym
  • jogging track
  • access-control system
  • social corridor
  • landscaped garden and sitting areas

What it costs and how to pay

Starting price as of 14 Oct 2026 Site verified. Prices can vary by floor, view and position, so confirm the exact unit price with the developer. Payment terms Desktop review, 13 Oct 2026.

Total cost to buy

Purchase price, fromAsking price, paid over the instalment plan
KES 1.96M
Total cost to buy
KES 2.06M
Then every monthService charge
On request

Cash payment

CashStudio, 26.1 m²
KES 1.96M
DiscountNo cash discount stated; ask the developer
—
Total cost to buyWith stamp duty and legal fees
KES 2.06M

Instalment plan

Instalment planStudio, 26.1 m²
KES 1.96M
Deposit20% on signing
KES 392,000
Quarterly instalments80% over 8 quarters. Yes — 10% quarterly
KES 196,000
Total cost to buyWith stamp duty and legal fees
KES 2.06M

Stamp duty is 4% here (4% within municipalities, 2% elsewhere), charged on the government valuation, which can be higher than the price. Service charge deposit, sinking fund, utility deposits and registration are usually paid later, at handover. Mortgage terms vary by bank, so get them directly from your bank.

Our view

Adidon verdict
Low entry price, real progress on site. Pin down the paperwork.
Adidon, 14 Oct 2026

I visited Astra Bay on 13 October 2026. The structure is finished: the substructure and superstructure are complete, walling is about 95% done, mechanical works about 80%, finishes about half way and electrical works about 40%. Window and door openings and joinery fittings had not started.

Prices are the lowest per square metre among the apartment projects I've reviewed, at about KES 75,000 to KES 81,000 per m², with studios from KES 1.96M. The mix runs from studios to two-bedroom apartments, and the developer lists a pool, gym, jogging track, social hall, lifts, borehole, backup power and CCTV.

Lower Kabete is quieter and less central than Westlands, so the daily commute depends on Waiyaki Way traffic. The payment terms I found, a 20% deposit followed by quarterly instalments, come from a third-party listing, so I'd want them confirmed in writing by the developer.

Before you pay17 checks to run before you commit any money: approvals, title, quality, progress, payment protection and the full cost. Includes 6 specific to Astra Bay.

New to buying property? Start with the title, the approvals and the sale agreement. These protect your money most. Get an advocate to review the documents before you sign or pay a deposit.

  • Verify the approvals. Ask to see the relevant development and construction approvals, ownership or title documents, and any required permits. Have an independent advocate review them.
  • Review the consultants' reports. Request relevant reports and certifications from the project's architect, engineer and other appointed professionals.
  • Ask for quality-control evidence. Request approved material specifications and test results for items such as concrete, steel and soil, where applicable. Confirm these with the project engineer.
  • Get progress confirmed independently. Ask for a dated progress report signed by the appointed consultants. If the project is behind schedule, request a written recovery or mitigation plan.
  • Clarify the completion date and remedies. Ensure the sale agreement states the completion date and explains what happens if delivery is delayed, including any agreed late-delivery compensation.
  • Ask about contractor security. Confirm whether the contractor has provided a performance bond and whether it remains valid for the relevant works.
  • Understand the full purchase cost. Request a written breakdown of the price, taxes, legal and transaction costs, utility or connection charges, service charge, and any other fees.
  • Check the payment plan. Confirm when each instalment is due, what it is tied to, and how payments are protected if construction is delayed or the project changes.
  • Inspect a completed unit or show house. Compare the finishes and fittings with the written specifications, and ask how changes or defects will be handled.
  • Confirm what is included. Check the unit size, parking, amenities, finishes, fixtures and any shared facilities against the sale documents.
  • Get independent advice before signing. Have an advocate review the sale agreement and consider asking an independent building professional to assess the project.

Also check for Astra Bay

  • Request a dated quotation and signed payment schedule for the exact unit.
  • Have an advocate verify ownership, title, encumbrances, approvals and the sale agreement.
  • Review approved plans, specifications and the consultants’ reports; ask for relevant material test results.
  • Request a dated progress report approved by the project consultants; if delayed, ask for a written recovery plan.
  • Confirm the completion date, delay remedies, refund terms and any agreed contractor performance bond.
  • Inspect the unit or show house, and confirm its area, finishes, parking, availability, service charge and full purchase costs.

Risks and caveats

This is our opinion, based on our extensive research and the information available at the time of review. It is not financial or legal advice.

Sources

4 sources behind this review, each with its date and how reliable it is. Open to see them and follow the links.
Desktop review
Developer price list held in workbook13 Oct 2026 · Developer price list dated 14 Oct 2026
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Desktop review

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