Whether you're in Houston, Dallas, Atlanta, or Minneapolis - you can buy a documented apartment at Tatu City remotely. This guide covers the US-specific process: wire transfers, Power of Attorney, tax awareness, and what to watch for.
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US buyer context
Property prices in most US cities have moved well beyond what a median-income Kenyan diaspora worker can afford. Kenya's property market - especially in a verified, infrastructure-backed SEZ like Tatu City - offers entry points that are still accessible on a US income.
KSh 10.8M at a 2025 exchange rate of roughly KES 130 per USD is approximately USD 83,000 for a 2-bedroom apartment in a development with an outdoor pool, gym, and wildlife sanctuary views - inside an SEZ with USD 3.5B+ invested.
Beyond affordability, Kenyans in the US often want a physical asset in Kenya for family use, retirement planning, or as a hedge against dollar-only savings. Unity Parkside is one of the few options where the developer has a documented track record, a verifiable corporate structure, and an active diaspora sales programme.
| Unit | KSh | ~USD |
|---|---|---|
| 2-bed (from) | 10.8M | ~$83,000 |
| Based on approx. KES 130/$1 - verify current rate | ||
These are illustrative calculations only. Pricing and exchange rates change. Get the current price list from Unity directly.
Process for US buyers
The purchase process is the same as for any diaspora buyer, with a few US-specific steps around wire transfers, notarisation, and tax awareness.
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A POA allows a trusted person in Kenya (family member, advocate) to sign documents on your behalf. In the US, have your POA drafted (by your Kenyan advocate or a US attorney), signed before a US Notary Public, and then apostilled at your state's Secretary of State office before sending to Kenya.
Apostille is required because Kenya is a Hague Convention signatory. Processing time varies by state - budget 1-4 weeks for apostille processing.
Wire transfer (SWIFT) is the standard method. Use your US bank's international wire department. Unity Homes will provide their official bank account details - confirm these directly with Unity by calling +254 701 550 550 or emailing sales@unityhomes.co.ke before transferring any funds. Never wire to account details received only by email - call to verify.
US persons (citizens and green card holders) have reporting obligations that may be triggered by foreign property purchases and foreign bank accounts used in the process. This is not legal advice - consult a CPA or tax attorney familiar with international real estate. Topics to discuss: FBAR, FATCA, and any rental income tax treatment.
Continue instalment wires (or pay in full) per your agreed schedule. At handover (Q2-Q4 2027), your POA representative receives the keys and the title process is completed in your name.
Sending money to Kenya from the US
Most major US banks support international wire transfers (SWIFT). For large property payments, a bank wire is more appropriate than a remittance app - it leaves a full paper trail which your advocate and the taxman will both require.
US diaspora - common questions
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For US-based buyers
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