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Chukwani Shores is an apartment, penthouse and villa development by Pan African Development Company (PADDCO) in Chukwani, Zanzibar Urban / West, Tanzania (Chukwani seafront, south-west Zanzibar): 1-bed to 3-bed apartments, penthouses and villas from USD 190,000, under construction, about 69% complete, completion expected September 2027. Independently reviewed by Property Insights Africa; last updated 28 October 2026.
Tenure: Developer states 99-year leasehold; brochure versions differ . Track record: PADDCO is listed by Zanzibar REDA and publishes a live construction-progress archive for Chukwani Shores. Verify its completed-project history and the legal project company.
Starting price as of 28 Oct 2026 . Prices can vary by floor, view and position, so confirm the exact unit price with the developer. Brochure range USD 190,000-230,000 by floor. Payment terms , 28 Oct 2026.
The developer lists this project's prices in USD. They're shown here in KES at today's rate, 1 USD = KES 129.77, so confirm the exact amount with the developer.
Purchase taxes and fees in Tanzania work differently from Kenya's; confirm transfer tax, legal fees and registration costs with a local advocate. Paid later, at handover: Developer claims ownership incentives and tax exemptions; do not assume these apply without written ZIPA/ZRA confirmation. Budget for land rent, property tax and service charges. Mortgage: Payments stated as 10% down, 80% during construction and 10% at completion..
Chukwani Shores is located on Zanzibar's south-west coast, close to the airport and Stone Town. The payment plan requires 10% down, 80% in eight quarterly instalments during construction and 10% on completion.
Amenities include a swimming pool, paddle court, gym, landscaped gardens, convenience store and reception, with reserved parking, security and full property management covering cleaning, pool and garden upkeep.
The setting offers a sunset-facing beachfront with quick access to the airport and Stone Town. Buyers should assess flight-path noise, shoreline conditions and how the surrounding area is likely to develop.
Pricing places Chukwani Shores in the lowest band of our reviewed Tanzania projects: 1-bed apartment (≈USD 2,135/m²); 2-bed apartment (≈USD 1,905/m²); 3-bed penthouse and villas (≈USD 1,600–1,906/m²). The largest villa offers the best value per m², below the lowest rates at Mango Tree Residence (≈USD 1,794/m²) and ANGA Zanzibar (≈USD 2,035/m²), while the apartments are priced closer to their peers.
Chukwani Shores offers a broad beachfront mix of apartments, penthouses and villas, with strong progress disclosure through the developer's live construction archive. However, the developer's website and brochure differ on prices, unit count, lease term and completion, so the signed price list and contract must control, and any claimed tax exemption should be confirmed with ZIPA and ZRA.
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Asking prices start from: 1-bed USD 190,000 (89 m²); 2-bed USD 240,000 (126 m²); 3-bed USD 425,000 (223 m²). Prices vary by floor, view and position, so confirm the price of your exact unit with the developer.
The published plan is 10% deposit, 80% in instalments over 24 months and 10% on completion. Get a signed payment schedule for your exact unit before paying.
Chukwani Shores is under construction, about 69% complete (developer figure). Completion is expected in September 2027.
Chukwani Shores is in Chukwani, Zanzibar Urban / West, Tanzania (Chukwani seafront, south-west Zanzibar).
Chukwani Shores is developed by Pan African Development Company (PADDCO). PADDCO is listed by Zanzibar REDA and publishes a live construction-progress archive for Chukwani Shores. Verify its completed-project history and the legal project company.
Purchase taxes and fees in Tanzania differ from Kenya's. ZIPA no-objection / investment registration and Government Consent fees, plus lawyer handling. District levy can range 1%–5%; 2% assumed. Sale agreement may also attract 0.5% stamp duty (ZRA item 5, payable by first person executing) – confirm who pays in the SPA. Confirm transfer taxes, legal fees and registration costs with a local advocate before you pay.
Our verdict: A broad beachfront typology mix with strong progress disclosure. Chukwani Shores offers a broad beachfront mix of apartments, penthouses and villas, with strong progress disclosure through the developer's live construction archive. However, the developer's website and brochure differ on prices, unit count, lease term and completion, so the signed price list and contract must control, and any claimed tax exemption should be confirmed with ZIPA and ZRA. This is our opinion, not financial or legal advice.
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