For SaleVillaPaje, Zanzibar
Beachfront boutique villa
USD 1.2M
6 bed6 bath700 m²
Tanzania
Property in Zanzibar
Spice-island beaches and a growing market for resort living.
View 6 listingsWhy Zanzibar
Zanzibar is a semi-autonomous archipelago of Tanzania, famous for Stone Town — a UNESCO World Heritage Site — and its white-sand beaches. Tourism is the main driver, and new resort-style developments let foreign buyers invest in approved projects.
Tourism magnet
A leading Indian Ocean destination with direct international flights.
Investor-friendly projects
Foreigners can generally buy in government-approved developments rather than freehold land.
Heritage and beaches
Stone Town's culture plus beaches like Nungwi, Kendwa and Paje.
Zanzibar market in numbers
10.5%
Gross yield on 2-bed properties in Nungwi/Kendwa, 2026
5.0%
Estimated net yield there after tourism costs, vacancy and management
Estimated market figures (May 2026). These are averages or estimates, not a guarantee of returns on any property.
Buying property in Zanzibar
Buying property in Zanzibar: foreign buyers generally purchase within government-approved developments in areas like Fumba, Nungwi and Paje. Check the lease term and the developer's approval before paying.
View properties for saleRenting in Zanzibar
Renting in Zanzibar: tourism drives the market, with villas and apartments let short-term in Nungwi, Kendwa and Paje; long-term rentals are mostly near Stone Town and Fumba.
View rental propertiesBefore you buy or rent
- Foreign ownership rules differ from mainland Tanzania — confirm the project's approval.
- Ask for the lease term and residency options included.
- Check the developer's track record before buying off-plan.
General guidance only, not legal or financial advice. Always confirm details with a qualified local lawyer.
Listings in Zanzibar
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For SaleVillaNungwi, Zanzibar
Sunset-view villa with infinity pool
USD 890K
4 bed4 bath450 m²
For SaleHouseStone Town, Zanzibar
Restored Stone Town house
USD 650K
5 bed5 bath480 m²
For SaleApartmentFumba, Zanzibar
3 bedroom ocean-view apartment
USD 285K
3 bed3 bath160 m²
For RentVillaMatemwe, Zanzibar
Private beach villa
USD 800 / night
5 bed5 bath550 m²
For SaleVillaKiwengwa, Zanzibar
Lagoon-front villa
USD 720K
4 bed4 bath420 m²
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