Jon Jones wrote:I never understand why people overpay for property in the name of "gated estates"...only to be charged exorbitant service charges(that 3k is subject to review so dont try to use it to justify a purchase), be restricted in design and contractors yet the plot is yours, etc. How can you buy property expensively and the seller continues charging you and governing how you live in your own property? I would rather buy a clean plot in a neighborhood that is not gated for that 4 mil. You can get better value for money and peace of mind...this gated community stuff is a concept designed to shaft middle class Kenyans who cant see the whole picture. The developer sells overpriced property to you, governs how you live and still charges you to use your own property in the name of service charges. You dont need to be a genius to see through the bull
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Unlike you, I am willing to pay a premium for a plot in a site that guarantees strict restrictions on house designs. For me, the beauty of an orderly surrounding is far more important that the freedom to put up what I want.