About this property
Signature Living Kiwengwa is a 45-unit villa development in the fast-growing Kiwengwa area, walking distance to Kiwengwa Beach and Muyuni Beach. Designed by Alessandro Ripellino Arkitekter with a tropical-modern aesthetic, the project features private beach club, co-living amenities, electric-vehicle charging, and Melia Zanzibar Residences's professional rental-management program targeting 10โ12% net yield. Owners receive 99-year leasehold title, transferable and inheritable. Melia Zanzibar Residences handles booking, guest management, maintenance and tax reporting so owners can enjoy passive returns from day one.
Project details
| Developer | Melia Zanzibar Residences |
|---|---|
| Property type | Villa |
| Status | Early bird |
| Completion | Q4 2027 |
| Handover year | 2027 |
| Construction | 22% complete โ Foundations complete, ground-floor slabs in progress |
| Last update | Jun 15, 2026 |
| Bedrooms | 2-3 |
| Unit sizes | 137โ237 mยฒ |
| Total units | 25 across 3 unit types |
| Available now | 15 units |
| Starting price | $460K up to $1.43M |
| Payment plan | 15% down ยท 40% during build ยท 30% on handover ยท 12mo post-handover |
| Projected ROI | 9โ11% net rental yield |
| Location | Kiwengwa, Zanzibar โ Kiwengwa |
Unit types & prices
| Unit | Size | Bedrooms | Price | Available |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2BR Garden | 137 mยฒ | 2 BR | $460K | Sold out |
| 3BR Sky | 154 mยฒ | 3 BR | $1.14M | 9 left |
| 3BR Penthouse | 237 mยฒ | 3 BR | $1.43M | 6 left |
Payment plan
๐ก Flexible plan with milestone-based drawdowns during construction. Bank financing available up to 60% LTV via local mortgage partners.
Construction progress
Amenities
Location & neighborhood
Located in Kiwengwa, Zanzibar, Signature Living Kiwengwa is walking distance to Kiwengwa Beach and a short drive from Muyuni Beach. The neighbourhood is one of the most sought-after enclaves in the region, offering a rare mix of lifestyle amenities and long-term capital appreciation.
๐ Signature Living Kiwengwa, Kiwengwa, Zanzibar
- Stone Town (capital) Center 25 km โ 39 min
- Jozani Forest Landmark 26 km โ 42 min
- Zanzibar Airport (ZNZ) Airport 26 km โ 42 min
- Paje Beach Beach 31 km โ 49 min
- Kendwa Beach Beach 35 km โ 55 min
- Nungwi Beach Beach 36 km โ 58 min
Distances are straight-line; drive times are estimated averages.
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