Overview
- August 23, 2026
- Updated On:
- Apartments, Residential
- Category
- 28210
- Property ID
- 1
- Bedrooms
- 3
- Rooms
- 2
- Bathrooms
- 710 ft2
- Property Size
Description
Balkis Residences is an off-plan development of 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments on Riverside Drive, Riverside, Westlands, Nairobi, for sale from KES 7,900,000. Homes run from 66 sqm to 210 sqm, completion is confirmed at enquiry, and residents share a rooftop infinity pool with a water bar.
Listing updated: 23 August 2026 · Verified by Block Real Estate
Development at a Glance
| Development | Balkis Residences |
| Location | Riverside Drive, Riverside, Westlands, Nairobi |
| Unit type | 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments, with DSQ and study configurations on the larger layouts |
| Price from | KES 7,900,000 (the 1-bedroom executive suite) |
| Size | 66 sqm (710 sq ft) from-price unit; 66–210 sqm (710–2,260 sq ft) across the development |
| Bedrooms | 1 in the from-price unit; 1–3 across the development |
| Bathrooms | 2 in the from-price unit |
| Completion / handover | Confirmed at the point of enquiry |
| Payment plan | Deposit and instalment terms confirmed at the point of enquiry. Mortgage financing is available through Absa, Stanbic, NCBA, KCB, HFC, Standard Chartered and Prime Bank, subject to approval |
| Tenure | Confirmed at the point of enquiry |
| Status | Off-plan / ongoing — For Sale |
| Reference | Block listing 28210 |
About Balkis Residences
Balkis Residences is a collection of one, two and three bedroom apartments set along Riverside Drive, one of Nairobi’s established addresses. The layouts are open and light-filled, the finishes are contemporary, and the shared amenities are built around a quieter pace of city life. It is a leafy, tree-lined pocket of the city defined by embassies, international organisations and prime office towers.
The development suits professionals wanting a low-maintenance city base, small families and remote-working residents who value the study and DSQ layouts, and diaspora buyers looking for a managed purchase in an established Nairobi address.
Price List by Unit Type
| Unit type | Size | Price from |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom — executive suite | 66–69 sqm (710–743 sq ft) | KES 7,900,000 |
| 2 bedroom — standard | 109–114 sqm (1,173–1,227 sq ft) | KES 12,700,000 |
| 2 bedroom + DSQ | 128–133 sqm (1,378–1,432 sq ft) | KES 15,200,000 |
| 2 bedroom + study + DSQ | 149–155 sqm (1,604–1,668 sq ft) | KES 17,250,000 |
| 3 bedroom + DSQ | 200–210 sqm (2,153–2,260 sq ft) | KES 23,300,000 |
These are the from-prices published against each layout. Prices vary by floor, orientation and remaining availability, so ask us for the current price list and the schedule of available units before you budget.
Verified Amenities
Confirmed for the development as a whole:
- Rooftop infinity pool with an outdoor water bar
- Zen garden and landscaped courtyard
- Resident business lounge
Also published against the individual unit listings: a fully equipped gym, a hotel-style lobby, an on-site restaurant, cafe and convenience store, a children’s play area, lifts, secure parking, a full backup generator, a borehole water supply, CCTV surveillance, controlled access and 24-hour manned security. A complete amenities schedule, including parking allocation and building services, is confirmed at the point of enquiry.
Location and Connectivity
Balkis Residences sits on Riverside Drive, between Westlands and Gigiri. The immediate neighbourhood is an established diplomatic and corporate district of embassies, international organisations and prime office towers, on mature tree-lined streets. Westlands, with its shopping, dining and business hubs, is the nearest commercial centre; the Gigiri diplomatic quarter lies to the north.
No drive times or distances have been published for this development, so we do not quote any here. Nairobi traffic makes any single figure misleading in any case. We are happy to time the drive from your own office or school run during a viewing.
Payment and Financing
Full pricing, deposit requirements and instalment structures are confirmed directly with our team. Mortgage financing is available through our partner banks, subject to approval: Absa, Stanbic, NCBA, KCB, HFC, Standard Chartered and Prime Bank.
Buying from Abroad
- A valid passport or Alien ID is sufficient to purchase
- Block handles your KRA PIN registration on your behalf
- Stamp duty is charged at 4% of the property value
- The process can be completed remotely, with our team managing viewings, documentation and each step on your behalf
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 Balkis Residences is an off-plan development on Riverside Drive in Riverside, Westlands, Nairobi, offering 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments of 66 to 210 sqm from KES 7,900,000, in an established diplomatic and corporate district between Westlands and Gigiri where the shared amenities confirmed to date are a rooftop infinity pool with a water bar, a Zen garden and a business lounge. 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.
Finishes and Specifications
Interiors are contemporary and thoughtfully appointed, with modern layouts. A complete specifications schedule, covering fittings, kitchen and bathroom finishes, flooring and building services, is available on request, as final selections are confirmed at the point of enquiry.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Balkis Residences?
Balkis Residences is on Riverside Drive in Riverside, Westlands, Nairobi, between Westlands and Gigiri. The immediate neighbourhood is an established diplomatic and corporate district of embassies, international organisations and prime office towers.
How much does an apartment at Balkis Residences cost?
Prices start from KES 7,900,000 for the 1-bedroom executive suite. Two-bedroom apartments start from KES 12,700,000, the 2-bedroom plus DSQ from KES 15,200,000, the 2-bedroom plus study plus DSQ from KES 17,250,000, and the 3-bedroom plus DSQ from KES 23,300,000. Ask us for the current price list to confirm pricing and availability.
What sizes are the apartments at Balkis Residences?
Homes run from 66 sqm (710 sq ft) for the 1-bedroom executive suite up to 210 sqm (2,260 sq ft) for the 3-bedroom plus DSQ residence, with two-bedroom layouts between 109 and 155 sqm.
Can I buy from abroad?
Yes. A valid passport or Alien ID is sufficient to purchase, Block handles your KRA PIN registration on your behalf, and stamp duty is charged at 4% of the property value. The process can be completed remotely, with our team managing viewings, documentation and each step for you.
Are mortgages available at Balkis Residences?
Yes, through our partner banks and subject to approval: Absa, Stanbic, NCBA, KCB, HFC, Standard Chartered and Prime Bank. Deposit requirements and instalment structures are confirmed directly with our team.
When will Balkis Residences be completed?
Completion and handover timelines are confirmed at the point of enquiry. The development is listed as off-plan and ongoing, so please request the latest project update from our team rather than relying on a published date.
What amenities do residents share?
Confirmed for the development are a rooftop infinity pool with an outdoor water bar, a Zen garden and a resident business lounge. The unit listings also publish a gym, a hotel-style lobby, an on-site restaurant, cafe and convenience store, a children’s play area, lifts, secure parking, a backup generator, a borehole, CCTV and 24-hour manned security.
What tenure is offered at Balkis Residences?
Tenure and title details are confirmed at the point of enquiry. Request the title documentation from Block Real Estate and have your advocate review it before you sign the sale agreement.
Homes at Balkis Residences
- 1-bedroom executive suite — 66–69 sqm, from KES 7,900,000
- The 2-bedroom collection — 109–155 sqm, from KES 12,700,000
- Standard 2-bedroom urban suite — 109–114 sqm, from KES 12,700,000
- 2-bedroom + DSQ family residence — 128–133 sqm, from KES 15,200,000
- 2-bedroom + study + DSQ executive home — 149–155 sqm, from KES 17,250,000
- 3-bedroom + DSQ residence — 200–210 sqm, from KES 23,300,000
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