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September 24, 2026
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Mortgage market records robust growth despite affordability hurdles

Mortgage market records robust growth despite affordability hurdles

Kenya’s mortgage market expanded in 2025, with lower average mortgage rates and longer repayment periods, although affordability and high property costs remain major barriers to homeownership...

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Despite affordability challenges, Kenya's mortgage market experienced significant growth in 2025, with more Kenyans accessing single-digit interest rates.

  • 75.6% of mortgage loans in 2025 had variable interest rates, a decrease from 85.9% in 2024.
  • The Kenya Mortgage Refinance Company (KMRC) played a key role by increasing financing to lenders by Sh7.7 billion.
  • This expansion allowed more borrowers to secure mortgages with lower, single-digit interest rates.

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