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ZanzibarFind is Zanzibar's first dedicated real estate marketplace, connecting buyers, sellers, and renters with properties across the island. Whether you are searching for a beachfront villa, a residential apartment, a commercial space, or a plot of land, ZanzibarFind brings every listing together in one clean, easy-to-navigate platform — replacing the fragmented experience of searching across Facebook groups and scattered agency websites.

Listing your property is straightforward. Create a free account on ZanzibarFind.com, click 'List a Property,' and follow the step-by-step process to add your property details, photos, pricing, and contact preferences. Once submitted, your listing is reviewed and made visible to thousands of local and international buyers and renters. Premium listing options are available to boost your property's visibility.

Yes. Browsing and searching for properties on ZanzibarFind is completely free. You can filter listings by location, property type, price range, number of bedrooms, and more — all at no cost. Optional fees apply only to sellers and agents who wish to access premium listing placements or enhanced marketing features.

Absolutely. ZanzibarFind is designed to connect Zanzibar's real estate market with a global audience, including investors and buyers from Europe, the Americas, and the Gulf region. Our platform provides detailed property information, high-quality images, and direct contact with sellers and agents to help international buyers make informed decisions. We recommend consulting a qualified local legal advisor for guidance on property ownership regulations applicable to foreign nationals in Zanzibar.

ZanzibarFind features a wide range of property types across the archipelago, including residential homes, beachfront villas, apartments, land plots, commercial premises, and short- and long-term holiday rentals. Whether you are looking to buy, sell, invest, or rent, you will find the right property for your needs on our platform.

Yes, through leasehold, not freehold. Foreign buyers cannot hold freehold land in Zanzibar, so they buy a long-term lease, commonly up to 99 years in approved developments. The property must sit in an area approved for foreign ownership, and purchases in approved developments or investment zones may need sign-off from the Zanzibar Investment Promotion Authority (ZIPA). Use a Tanzanian lawyer licensed in Zanzibar before you sign anything. Our guide "How to buy property in Zanzibar as a foreign buyer" covers each step.
There are six. Choose a property and confirm it is in an approved area. Carry out due diligence on ownership, liens and lease terms. Hire a Tanzanian lawyer licensed in Zanzibar. Negotiate and sign the purchase agreement. Pay through proper banking channels, on a milestone schedule if buying off-plan. Register the title at the land registry in your name.
It depends on what you want from it. North Zanzibar (Nungwi, Kendwa, Matemwe) is the luxury beach zone with the highest prices. The East Coast (Paje, Jambiani, Bwejuu, Michamvi) is younger and more affordable, built around kite-surfing and digital nomads. The West Coast (Fumba, Mbweni, Bububu) suits families in master-planned communities. Stone Town is heritage property and boutique tourism. Central Zanzibar is inland, quiet and low-cost. Pemba Island is the early-stage, first-mover market.
The demand case is strong, but no return is guaranteed. Zanzibar received 736,755 international visitors in 2024, up 15.4% on the year before, and tourism revenue reached $1 billion. A $263 million Pemba Airport expansion is under construction, and the Z-Summit 2026 registered over 1,300 projects worth $14.3 billion. Take independent financial and legal advice before you commit.
Yes, and off-plan is one of the most active parts of the market. You usually pay in stages tied to construction milestones. Check the developer's track record, the construction timeline and the payment schedule before you sign, and have your lawyer review the contract.
Usually US dollars, sometimes Tanzanian shillings (TZS). Agree the currency in the purchase agreement, understand the exchange-rate exposure, and pay only through proper banking channels with a receipt for every payment.