Yes, you absolutely can! The landscape of real estate marketing in Kenya is experiencing a massive shift, and the days of being locked out of the digital market by exorbitant upfront fees and crippling commission splits are officially behind us. Thanks to a revolutionary approach by HouseHunt Kenya, property owners, independent agents, and landlords can now post their standard property listings completely free of charge, with absolutely no mandatory subscription required.
If you have been struggling to find a cost-effective way to get your vacant apartments, commercial spaces, or standalone houses in front of thousands of eager renters and buyers in Nairobi and beyond, here is exactly how our new system works and how you can leverage it to maximize your profits.
The Real Estate Problem in Kenya
Historically, the Kenyan real estate market has been incredibly tough on the very people supplying the properties. Whether you are a homeowner trying to let out a single unit in Ruaka, or an up-and-coming real estate agent trying to build a portfolio in Westlands, traditional classifieds and property portals have heavily penalized you simply for wanting visibility.
They either demanded steep listing fees before you even got a single lead, or they buried hidden clauses requiring you to surrender a massive percentage of your hard-earned commission upon successfully closing a deal. This outdated model suppressed growth, ate into profit margins, and made it incredibly difficult for everyday Kenyans to competitively advertise their properties.
The Solution: The "Forever Free" Account
To truly democratize the property market, HouseHunt Kenya has completely dismantled these restrictive paywalls. We have introduced a Forever Free Plan that acts as your zero-risk entry into the digital real estate market. Here is what makes this foundational free tier an absolute game-changer:
Zero Subscription Required: You can simply visit the website, sign up for an account, and begin listing your properties immediately. There is no credit card required to sign up, and you are never forced into a monthly billing cycle just to keep your account active.
Keep 100% of Your Commission & Stay Secure: While you keep every single coin of your commission, we prioritize safety above all else. To prevent scams and protect our community, house hunters cannot contact Forever Free plan listers directly. Instead, all communications and inquiries are securely relayed to you by the HouseHunt Kenya support team. This strict protocol guarantees that listings on the platform are genuine, filters out spam, and provides an essential layer of security for everyone. Once we connect you with a verified lead, you handle the negotiations and close the deal on your terms.
The Upgrade Path: We don't force you into complex tiers right away. You can operate on the Forever Free plan for as long as you need. Later on, when you are ready to scale and need more robust analytics and listing capacities, you can choose to activate our Starter Plan to unlock additional features.
The Crucial Exception: Land Listings
While our free tier is incredibly powerful, there is one strict restriction you must be aware of: Users cannot post land listings on the Forever Free plan or the Starter Plan. Selling land in Kenya requires a highly specialized, dedicated approach to ensure authenticity, exact geolocation, and buyer trust. Because of the rigorous standards required for land sales, these listings are completely restricted from the free tiers and strictly require a dedicated paid subscription to ensure maximum security and premium visibility.
When Do You Actually Need to Pay?
Transparency is key. While standard house and apartment listings can be posted for free, HouseHunt Kenya does offer advanced, paid tiers for highly specific needs, land sales, and massive scale:
1. The Professional Plan (For Growing Agencies)
If you are an active property management firm or a rapidly expanding agency that needs massive volume, the Professional Plan is your next step.
- Pricing: Ksh 15,000 per month.
- What you get: This unlocks unlimited property listings, advanced analytics and market insights, and a premium lead management system to handle a massive influx of clients.
2. Land Listings (Strictly Paid Subscription)
As mentioned, land listings require a specific digital environment ensuring maximum buyer trust and visibility.
- Pricing: A one-time registration of Ksh 25,000, which grants you 6 months of continuous access (renewing at Ksh 25,000 every 6 months).
- What you get: This guarantees exclusive, premium visibility for your plots, a custom property showcase, and puts your land directly in front of a dedicated, highly targeted audience of serious land investors.
Summary
If you are looking to rent out or sell residential or commercial buildings (houses, apartments, office spaces), you can absolutely advertise them for free in Kenya right now. By creating a Forever Free account on HouseHunt Kenya, you can bypass the traditional hurdles of the real estate industry, list your properties with zero mandatory subscriptions, and most importantly, keep 100% of your hard-earned commission.