Overview
- October 3, 2026
- Updated On:
- Apartments, Residential
- Category
- 32397
- Property ID
- 1
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Rooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 676 ft2
- Property Size
Description
Aura Peponi is an off-plan development of 1 and 2 bedroom multi-level duplex apartments in the Peponi area of Westlands, Nairobi, priced from USD 90,000 (about KES 11.65 million) for 676 sq ft. Each home is arranged over two floors, with living space below and bedrooms above. No fixed handover date is published.
Listing updated: 24 August 2026 · Verified by Block Real Estate
Development at a Glance
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Development | Aura Peponi |
| Developer | Canaan Developers Ltd |
| Location | Peponi, Westlands, Nairobi |
| Unit types | 1 and 2 bedroom multi-level duplex apartments |
| Price from | USD 90,000. The shilling figure recorded on this listing is KES 11,653,236, which works out at about KES 129.5 to the US dollar. Treat the shilling figure as indicative only — the contract currency, the rate applied and the final payable amount are confirmed at the point of enquiry. |
| Size | From 676 sq ft (about 62.8 sqm) — this is the entry 1 bedroom duplex that the from-price refers to. Sizes for the 2 bedroom duplex are confirmed on the floor plan at the point of enquiry. |
| Bedrooms | 1 or 2 across the development. The from-price home is a 1 bedroom duplex. |
| Bathrooms | 2 recorded for the 676 sq ft 1 bedroom duplex; confirmed on the floor plan at the point of enquiry |
| Completion | No fixed handover date is published. The developer material describes the build as 24 months to completion but does not state the date that period runs from, so a calendar handover date cannot be given here. It is confirmed at the point of enquiry. |
| Payment plan | The developer offers a Standard plan and an Accelerated plan. Deposit levels and instalment schedules are not published and are confirmed at the point of enquiry. |
| Reference | BRE-32397 |
About Aura Peponi
Aura Peponi is a contemporary residential building in the Peponi area of Westlands, north of Spring Valley. What makes it unusual for its price point is the format: rather than single-floor apartments, the homes are multi-level duplexes, so even the smallest 1 bedroom home is arranged over two floors. The building is designed around clean lines, deep glazing and layered facade materials, with living areas oriented to bring in natural light and green outlooks.
It is an off-plan purchase, developed by Canaan Developers Ltd, with a ground-floor retail level and a rooftop amenity level shared by residents. Because the development is still being built, the specification, floor plans and payment terms should all be read from the developer’s current brochure, which we are glad to send you.
Homes and Prices by Unit Type
| Unit type | Size | Price from |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom duplex | From 676 sq ft (about 62.8 sqm) | USD 90,000 (about KES 11.65 million) |
| 2 bedroom duplex | Confirmed on the floor plan at the point of enquiry | Not published — confirmed at the point of enquiry |
Only the entry price for the 1 bedroom duplex has been published, so we have not put a figure against the 2 bedroom rather than estimate one. Ask us for the current price list and we will send exactly what the developer has released, with the applicable exchange rate stated on it.
What a Multi-Level Duplex Actually Means for You
A duplex apartment is one home split across two floors inside the building, connected by its own internal staircase. In practice that changes how the home lives, and it is worth understanding before you buy.
- Sleeping is separated from living. The kitchen, dining and living areas sit on the lower floor; the bedrooms sit upstairs. You are not sleeping off the same room you entertain in, which is the main reason people choose this layout.
- The living area is double height. The upper floor does not run the full footprint, so the living space opens up through two storeys with tall glazing — the reason a 676 sq ft home does not feel like 676 sq ft.
- Some floor area goes to the staircase. That is the trade-off. A duplex uses part of its area on circulation that a flat single-level layout would not, so compare the plan, not only the square footage.
- Stairs are a daily reality. Worth thinking about for older residents, very young children, or anyone with mobility needs. Ask to walk a completed or show unit before committing.
Amenities
These are the facilities described in the developer’s own material for Aura Peponi. Amenity schedules are sometimes revised during construction, so confirm the final list against the current brochure before you commit.
Rooftop level
- Heated rooftop swimming pool
- Fully fitted fitness gym
- Private mini cinema and media lounge
- Residents’ lounge
- Landscaped rooftop terraces and outdoor seating
Ground level
- Boutique retail units within the development
- Cafes, lifestyle services and health and beauty spaces
Building services and security
- Manned security entrance, CCTV surveillance, access control and electric fencing
- High-speed lifts and video intercom to every home
- Borehole water supply and full backup generator
- High-speed internet connectivity and SMATV provision
Inside each duplex
- Double-height living area with a feature staircase and floor-to-ceiling glazing
- Fitted designer kitchen open to the living and dining area
- Smart lighting, climate control and integrated video intercom
Location and Connectivity
Aura Peponi sits in the Peponi area of Westlands, on the northern side of Nairobi’s western suburbs, with Spring Valley to the south and Lower Kabete Road nearby. The wider area gives you the Westlands business and retail district, the Peponi Road school cluster, Spring Valley’s shops and restaurants, and Karura Forest as the nearest large recreational green space.
We are not publishing drive times or distances to any of these, and that is deliberate. The developer has not published measured distances for this site, and Nairobi journey times vary so widely with traffic and time of day that a single figure would be misleading. If a particular commute, school run or hospital matters to you, tell us which one and we will check the actual route with you rather than quote a number we cannot stand behind. We can also share the exact site pin so you can measure it yourself.
Buying at Aura Peponi
The development is sold off-plan on one of two payment structures offered by the developer, described as a Standard plan and an Accelerated plan. The deposit percentages, instalment counts and dates are not published, so we will not paraphrase them here — request the current payment schedule and we will send the developer’s own document.
Pricing is quoted by the developer in US dollars. The shilling figure shown on this listing is a conversion at a fixed rate of roughly KES 129.5 to the dollar and will not track the live market rate, so please treat it as indicative. Confirm before signing which currency your sale agreement is written in, which rate applies, and at what point that rate is fixed — this materially affects what you pay.
If you are buying from outside Kenya, a valid passport or Alien ID is sufficient identification to purchase, and we can assist with KRA PIN registration. Stamp duty in Nairobi is currently charged at 4% of the purchase price. We regularly guide buyers abroad through viewings, payments and paperwork remotely.
On the Investment Case
On the investment case we keep our guidance honest: we do not publish rental yields, occupancy figures or capital-appreciation forecasts, because those depend on the market at the time you buy, let and eventually sell, and no one can guarantee them. What can be said plainly is that Aura Peponi is an off-plan development by Canaan Developers Ltd in the Peponi area of Westlands, Nairobi; that the entry price is USD 90,000 for a 676 sq ft 1 bedroom duplex; that pricing is quoted in US dollars with the shilling figure on this listing converted at roughly KES 129.5 to the dollar; that the homes are multi-level duplexes rather than single-floor apartments; and that no fixed handover date has been published. We are glad to help you review comparable sales and lettings and connect you with independent advisers.
If you are considering a furnished or short-let strategy, note that this depends on the building’s management rules and on applicable regulations — worth confirming before you buy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Aura Peponi located?
Aura Peponi is in the Peponi area of Westlands, Nairobi, on the northern side of the western suburbs with Spring Valley to the south and Lower Kabete Road nearby. We can share the exact site pin on enquiry.
How much does a duplex at Aura Peponi cost?
Prices start at USD 90,000 for the entry 676 sq ft 1 bedroom duplex. The shilling figure recorded on this listing is KES 11,653,236, a conversion at about KES 129.5 to the dollar. The 2 bedroom price has not been published and is confirmed at the point of enquiry.
Do I pay in US dollars or Kenya Shillings?
The developer quotes Aura Peponi in US dollars, and the shilling figure shown here is only an indicative conversion at a fixed rate of roughly KES 129.5 to the dollar. It does not track the live market rate. Confirm before signing which currency your sale agreement is written in, which rate applies and when that rate is fixed, because this changes what you actually pay.
What size are the homes at Aura Peponi?
The entry 1 bedroom duplex starts at 676 sq ft, which is about 62.8 sqm, and that is the home the from-price refers to. Sizes for the 2 bedroom duplex are confirmed on the floor plan at the point of enquiry.
When will Aura Peponi be completed?
No fixed handover date has been published. The developer material describes the build as 24 months to completion but does not state the date that period runs from, so a calendar date cannot honestly be given. Ask us and we will confirm the current programme and expected handover directly with the developer.
What is a multi-level duplex apartment?
It is one home arranged across two floors of the building and connected by its own internal staircase. At Aura Peponi the kitchen, dining and living areas sit on the lower floor and the bedrooms sit above, with the living area rising through two storeys. Part of the floor area is used by the staircase, so compare the plan and not only the square footage.
Can I buy from abroad?
Yes. A valid passport or Alien ID is sufficient identification to buy property in Kenya, and Block can assist with KRA PIN registration. Stamp duty is currently 4% of the purchase price. We regularly guide buyers abroad through viewings, payments and paperwork remotely.
What amenities are included at Aura Peponi?
The developer describes a heated rooftop swimming pool, a fitted gym, a mini cinema and media lounge, a residents lounge and landscaped rooftop terraces, plus ground-floor boutique retail and cafes. Building services include manned security, CCTV, access control, electric fencing, high-speed lifts, video intercom, borehole water, a full backup generator and high-speed internet.
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