How much does it cost to build a 4 bedroom house in Kenya?

March 11, 2022 admin

One question troubling first time would be home owners is how much does it cost to build a 4 bedroom house in Kenya?

It is the ultimate dream of almost every individual in Kenya to own a home but yet it can turn out to be the most challenging and head-scratching project one could ever undertake. Perhaps you may be wondering how much it would cost you? How do I roughly estimate the cost? This is a difficult question to answer as there are several factors to consider when figuring out the construction cost.

Usually, the cost of a finished home can be estimated based on the final house design and building plan of the house. This article gives you a break of all the details you may need to understand in terms of all costs of building a four-bedroom house in Kenya including the costs of buying the materials needed for the completion of your project.

Factors Influencing Construction Cost of a 4 bedroom house in Kenya

The cost of building a house in Kenya varies differently depending on several factors. However, you can be able to roughly estimate the amount needed for your house project by considering the following factors.

The location of the site

The location where your construction site is located is greatly going to affect the amount of money that will be used in the entire project. If the land in which you have chosen to do your project has red soil, then the cost will be relatively cheaper because as compared to black cotton soil, it needn’t be moved or worked on. When building a house in wetlands, then there is a need for a strong foundation.

Floor plan and design

The floor area, number of rooms, and toilet and baths that you desire will have a great impact on the cost of constructing your home.

Height of structure

The height of the structure desired will also affect your construction cost. Although higher floor or ceiling height makes a house appear more elegant and spacious, the additional height entails sturdier structural elements and more wall materials and finishes, which in turn leads to a higher construction cost.

Types of fixtures and finishes

Your construction cost will vary depending on the type and brand of finishes and fixtures used in your house.

Type of materials used.

The type of materials used shall determine the total cost of building your four-bedroom house in Kenya. For instance, Materials that can perform the same function can be sold differently depending on the quality (that is high and low quality) and the sophistication of the materials.

The cost of building a 4-bedroom house in Kenya.

With the massive space accompanied by the building of a four-bedroom house in Kenya, your home will at all times be ready for whatever the future may demand. Families with larger members will be able to give children their space without any unnecessary tension. Similarly, younger and growing families will know that their home is ready to grow with them into the future. A four-bedroom house is typically composed of the following;

spacious Living Room
, Adjoining Dining Room,
A total of 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms
Master en suite Bedroom Upstairs
2 additional Bedrooms Upstairs Sharing a Bathroom
1 Bedroom Down Stairs
1 Shared Bathroom Down Stairs

With all that said, a 4-bedroom house will cost approximately Ksh 3.5 million to build. But as I have outlined above there are many factors that determine this cost, such as the materials used, location of the site, nature of the land, and the housebuilders’ construction fee among many others.

How much does it cost to build a 4 bedroom house in Kenya

What is the cost of building a 4 bedroom house in rural Kenya?

It is worth noting that the total cost for building a four-bedroom mansion in Kenya varies highly depending on whether you are to construct in an urban area or rural area. The Cost of building a 4-bedroom house in a rural area is affordable simply because as Compared to urban areas, Life is relatively cheaper in rural areas. The land is cheap, materials are readily available in local hardware, the labour is cheap and local house builders’ charges are moderate.

Due to the large population occupying urban areas, there is stiff competition for labour and products hence making life more expensive. For instance, a four-bedroom house in an urban area like Nairobi can cost up to Ksh6.7 while in an upcountry, the same house can cost approximately Ksh.4 million.

What is the cost of building a 4 bedroom maisonette in Kenya?

Are you searching for how much does a maisonette cost? The expenditure of building a Four-bedroom maisonette in Kenya is approximately Ksh. 7.5. Assuming that your house will cost Sh50,000 per square meter, a 4-bedroom maisonette (150 sq. m)

A simple total breakdown costs of building a 4 bedroom house in Kenya:

Every time you plan on starting a construction project, it’s highly recommended to start with a well-thought off-budget. You first need to come up with a breakdown of how much it will cost you to build your dream house and still balance that with how much you can realistically afford. Here is a possible cost breakdown of building a four-bedroom house in Kenya.

approvals and professional fees-20,000.
trench and excavation -100,000.
substructure wall (6 courses) blinding and footing steel-150,000.
backfilling-100,000.
slab-300,000.
superstructure wall-200,000.
ring beam-150,000.
roof-600,000.
electricity-70,000.
latrine soak pit-200,000.
plumbing works and accessories, manholes,2 water tanks, on ground and above ground tank stand-160,000.
steel windows and doors-150,000.
wooden doors-20,000.
curtain rods-20,000.
Plaster and floor screeding-230,000.
glazing window -20,000.
ceiling-100,000.
cabinets +wardrobes-100,000.
tiles-200,000.
paint-150,000.
gutters rain, water tank-100,000.
backfilling compound-50,000.
grills-100,000.
contingencies-100,000.

Total-3.5 million

Conclusion

Although building a house is typically an expensive endeavour, with the correct information and desire, you may considerably reduce your home construction costs. Make sure you have a clear plan in place to attain your goal and include low-cost housing options if possible.

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