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Comprehensive Analysis of Gilgil and Bahati Constituencies in Nakuru County.
This report presents an in-depth examination of Gilgil and Bahati constituencies in Nakuru County, exploring their geographical characteristics, demographic profiles, real estate markets, and recent infrastructure developments as of April 2025. Both constituencies have experienced significant transformations in recent years, with varied impacts on property values and community development.
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Gilgil Constituency: Area Facts and Development Profile: Geographic and Demographic Overview.
Gilgil Constituency is one of the eleven constituencies in Nakuru County, created in 2013 following the administrative restructuring that accompanied Kenya’s devolution process. Originally carved from the larger Naivasha Constituency, Gilgil spans approximately 1,075.4 square kilometers with a population of 185,209 according to the 2019 census. The constituency has an estimated voting population of 85,340 based on 2017 data from the Independent Electoral and Boundaries Commission.
The constituency is administratively divided into five County Assembly Wards: Gilgil Ward, Ebburu/Mbaruk Ward, Elementaita Ward, Murindat Ward, and Malewa West Ward. Four of these wards fall within Gilgil Sub-county’s administrative boundaries, while Malewa West Ward is administratively part of Naivasha Sub-county. The constituency borders several other constituencies including Naivasha, Narok North, Njoro, Nakuru Town East, Bahati, Olkalou, and Kipipiri.
Gilgil town serves as the constituency headquarters and has historically functioned as an administrative and military center. The constituency hosts significant security installations including two Army Barracks (The Second and Fifth Kenya Rifles), a National Youth Service Training Camp, and an Anti-stock Theft Headquarters. Other major urban centers within the constituency include Karunga, Kikopey (famously known for “Nyama Choma”), Kongasis, and Munanda.
Economic and Cultural Landscape.
The constituency is predominantly rural, with mixed farming constituting the main economic activity. Tourism forms another significant economic pillar, supported by natural attractions like Lake Elementaita and adjacent Soysambu Conservancy, Ebburu Forest (an extension of Mau Forest), and the Sleeping Warrior (also known as Delamares Nose). The area hosts several high-end hospitality establishments including Lake Elementaita Mountain Lodge, Jacaranda Lake Elementaita, Sunbird Lodge, and Sentrim Elementaita.
The educational infrastructure is robust with 124 registered public schools, including notable institutions such as Utumishi Boys, Utumishi Girls, Koelel High, Coulson Girls, and Gilgil Girls. The constituency has also gained recognition for hosting national and international events, most notably the World Rally Championships at Soysambu and Sleeping Warrior.
An interesting historical note about the area concerns the Langalanga shopping center near Gilgil Town, which was named by the Maasai after hosting a motor racing track in the early 1950s. The name derives from the Maasai description of how race cars would “go round and round.” This circuit, opened on March 26, 1951, by rally enthusiast Eric Cecil, unfortunately closed within a year following a fatal accident.
Real Estate Market Analysis: Land Prices.
The land market in Gilgil displays considerable price variation based on location, proximity to main roads, and available amenities. Current pricing trends as of April 2025 reveal:
50 by 100 Plot for Sale in Gilgil, Bahati Prime Areas (Near Highways and Towns):
- 50×100 plots in Elementaita along Jogoo Road are selling for approximately KSh 6,500,000.
- Prime land in Kikopey-Elementaita area is priced at KSh 12,000,000 for 5 acres
- 50×100 plots with title deeds in the Kikopey area, approximately 1km from the highway, command KSh 1,000,000.
Mid-Range Areas:
- 1.4 acres of land in Karunga Area near Kanyiriri Primary school is available for KSh 2,000,000.
- 50×100 plots in Gilgil Langa Langa, about 200 meters off the proposed Langa Langa road, are priced at KSh 450,000.
- 50×100 plots in Gilgil past Langa Langa town opposite Gatundu dispensary sell for KSh 550,000 per plot.
Agricultural and Mixed-Use Land:
- Farmland in Gilgil Gitare Area is priced at KSh 1,500,000 per acre
- 4 acres in Elementaita is available for KSh 1,200,000 total
- 1 acre of land in Gema at Kuronoi site is selling for KSh 500,000
Budget Options:
- Plots at Gilgil junction near Shell petrol station, about 10km from the A104 Nakuru-Nairobi highway, are available for KSh 180,000 per plot
- 50×100 plots in Murindat, approximately 5km from the Nairobi-Nakuru highway, with utilities available, are priced at KSh 350,000
Real Estate Market Analysis: House Prices.
The residential property market in Gilgil offers various options across different price points:
- A basic two-bedroom house in Kamathatha on a 100×100 (quarter acre) piece of land is priced at approximately KSh 1,500,000.
- At the premium end of the market, a newly-built off-grid three-bedroom house situated just 0.5km from the main Gilgil-Nyahururu Highway is available. This property sits on 2 acres of freehold land, with imported fixtures including USB-enabled sockets, UK light fittings, white Quartz countertops, and a Danish log stove. The property includes landscaped gardens and a eucalyptus. plantation. While no specific price is mentioned, its premium features suggest a high-end valuation.
- A partially unfinished 5-bedroom bungalow located at Gilgil Gema highway, with 465 square meters of space, is listed at KSh 4,300,000.
Bahati Constituency: Area Facts and Development Profile.
Geographic and Demographic Overview.
Bahati constituency is also one of the eleven constituencies in Nakuru County, covering a total area of 375.4 square kilometers with a population of 162,985 according to the 2019 census. The constituency is divided into five County Assembly Wards: Bahati Ward, Kiamaina Ward, Kabatini Ward, Lanet-Umoja Ward, and Dundori Ward.
Agriculture and quarrying constitute the primary economic activities in the constituency. The constituency’s vision, as stated by the National Government Constituencies Development Fund, is to “be a model constituency that is realizing all sustainable development goals,” with a mission “to promote sustainable social-economic development through fair and just utilization of resources”.
Real Estate Market Analysis: Land Prices.
The land market in Bahati displays significant price variations based on location, size, and intended use:
Land for Sale in Gilgil, Bahati Prime Areas:
- Half-acre plot in Kenol Kagaa touching the tarmac with a nearby borehole: KSh 10,000,000.
- One acre of land in Bahati’s Maili Sita area in a fully developed neighborhood: KSh 6,500,000.
Agricultural Land:
- Ten acres of prime avocado farming land in Bahati area: KSh 3,300,000 per acre
- One acre of arable land in Thayu, Kabatini: KSh 4,000,000
- Fourteen acres along Lanet-Dundori road touching tarmac (suitable for farming, school, or hotel development): KSh 3,600,000 per acre.
Budget and Mixed-Use Options:
- 50×100 plot in Karunga, Bahati: KSh 850,000
- Prime plot at Kabati, Methi shopping centre, only 2km from the flyover: KSh 1,500,000
Large-Scale Investment:
- Over 300 acres of prime land in the Banitta area of Bahati: KSh 1,500,000 (outright price, specific per-acre cost unclear)
- A substantial 1,511-acre agricultural property comprising multiple parcels of wheatland totaling over 533 hectares: KSh 10,500,000,000
Real Estate Market Analysis: House Prices
The residential property market in Bahati offers fewer listings compared to Gilgil but includes:
- A mini-flat complex on 0.44 hectares comprising 15 units (12 one-bedroom units): KSh 15,000,000.
- A fully furnished two-bedroom house in Maili Kumi near the tarmac road (price not specified)
Recent Infrastructure Development.
Both constituencies have experienced significant infrastructure development in recent years, supported by county government initiatives and national programs.
Gilgil Infrastructure Developments:
Gilgil’s elevation to municipality status has been a game-changer for infrastructure development, allowing it to benefit from:
- The second phase of the World Bank-funded Kenya Urban Support Programme (KUSP)
- Kenya Informal Settlement Improvement Project (KISIP)Implementation of a Draft Integrated Development Plan (IDeP) with flagship projects scheduled for the 2024-2025 financial year
- A successful Zero Garbage Campaign aligned with Governor Susan Kihika’s Urban 6-point agenda
Bahati Infrastructure Developments:
Bahati has seen extensive infrastructure investment across multiple sectors:
Land for Sale in Gilgil, Bahati – Land and Housing:
- A titling program benefiting approximately 400 residents in Bahati Trading Centre and another 800 in Dundori Trading Centre
- A KSh 500 million Affordable Housing Project delivering 220 housing units in Bahati Centre (first phase)
Education and Technology:
- Renewal of N-Computing licenses and enhanced internet access at Kagoto Digital Hub
- KSh 5 million investment in new equipment for Wanyororo Vocational Training Centre
- Allocation of KSh 3 million per ward for bursaries
- Support for 65,342 learners in public ECDE centers across the county
Healthcare Infrastructure:
- Implementation of a Smart Primary Healthcare Network connecting health facilities to Bahati Level Four Hospital
- Installation of a KSh 5 million digital X-ray machine at Bahati Sub-county Hospital
- Completion of Githiora Health Centre at a cost of KSh 35 million
- Construction of Mugwathi Githiorio Dispensary (KSh 20 million)
- Ongoing Kiwamu Health Centre project (KSh 20 million)
- A KSh 262 million maternity facility in partnership with Kingdom Seekers Church (45% complete as of 2024)
- Completion of Bahati Sub-county Hospital’s mortuary
Transportation Infrastructure:
- Road improvements in Bahati Ward under the Imarisha Barabara Program with KSh 1 million spent on grading and murmuring
- Allocation of KSh 5 million to Dundori Ward for road works, including culvert installation
- By the end of 2024, roads had been upgraded to bitumen standards, a significant improvement from previous conditions
Water Infrastructure:
- Allocation of KSh 8 million for Bahati’s water projects
- Drilling of the King David borehole
- Piping projects in Kamiruri and Gatundura
- KSh 6.3 million for water projects in Dundori
- KSh 5 million for equipping and piping Thayu borehole
- Solarization of the Lamnyondeki water project (KSh 2 million)
- Supply of pipes for Kiamaina and Gituamba (KSh 2.4 million)
Community Development:
- KSh 2 million allocated for youth empowerment equipment in Bahati Ward
- KSh 900,000 for two boda boda sheds.
- Installation of security lights throughout the constituency
- Construction of police posts and stations to enhance security
Conclusion
Both Gilgil and Bahati constituencies represent dynamic areas within Nakuru County with distinct characteristics and development trajectories. Gilgil, with its military presence, tourist attractions, and strategic location along major highways, displays a diverse real estate market with options ranging from affordable plots to premium residential properties. The elevation to municipality status promises accelerated development in the coming years.
Bahati, primarily agricultural with significant quarrying activities, has benefited from extensive infrastructure investments across multiple sectors including healthcare, education, water, and transportation. The constituency’s real estate market reflects its agricultural character with numerous farmland listings, while also showing emerging residential development trends.
Both constituencies demonstrate the broader development patterns visible across Nakuru County, with significant infrastructure investments under Governor Susan Kihika’s administration and increasing integration of technology in public service delivery. For investors and homebuyers, these areas offer varied opportunities depending on their preferences for rural or semi-urban settings, with property values likely to appreciate as infrastructure developments continue to enhance connectivity and service delivery.
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