Land Sales in The Gambia
We sell residential and commercial plots in and around the Greater Banjul Area, and we handle the documentation trail properly because we are a builder first. A plot we would not build on is a plot we will not sell you.
What should you check before buying land in The Gambia?
Before paying anything, confirm that the seller is entitled to sell, that the plot on the ground matches the paperwork, and that there are no conflicting claims. Use an independent Gambian lawyer and the relevant registry checks; this page is a practical overview, not legal advice.
The problems we hear about most
These are the situations clients describe when they first call us, and what we do about each one.
- The same plot sold to two or more buyers.
- We deal with the documentation chain before a plot is offered and encourage every buyer to run their own independent search. A seller who discourages you from checking is telling you something.
- Boundaries on paper that do not match the ground.
- We walk the plot with you and identify the corners physically against the sketch plan before any money moves.
- Buying remotely and never seeing the plot.
- Diaspora buyers get dated photographs and video of the actual plot with recognisable surroundings, not a generic image of open ground.
- Land that floods or cannot be built on affordably.
- We assess ground conditions and drainage as builders. A cheap plot that needs three metres of fill is not cheap, and we will tell you what it will cost to build there.
- Buying a plot then struggling to find a builder.
- We build. Buyers who want to go straight from purchase to construction can do both with one company.
Who we work with
- Gambians abroad buying land at home
- Families buying a plot to build on in stages
- Developers looking for sites for apartments or twin homes
- Businesses needing commercial or industrial plots
- Investors holding land in developing areas
Why clients choose us for this
- Sold by a builder, not a broker
- We assess plots the way we would assess a site for our own project — ground, access, drainage and buildability, not just price per square metre.
- Documentation you can verify independently
- We expect buyers to check the paperwork themselves and will point you to the searches worth doing. Nothing about the process should require you to simply trust us.
- Honest assessment of build cost
- Before you buy, we can tell you what it will realistically take to build the house you have in mind on that specific plot.
- One route from plot to finished building
- Purchase, drawings, permits guidance and construction can run through a single company with a single point of contact.
What is included
Written scopes prevent arguments later. This is the full range we cover — your quotation will state exactly which parts apply to your project.
Before purchase
- Site visit and physical boundary walk
- Review of the plot against its sketch plan
- Guidance on the searches and checks a buyer should run
- Ground condition and drainage assessment
- Indicative construction cost for what you intend to build
At purchase
- Written sale terms and payment schedule
- Support through the transfer and documentation process
- Introduction to independent legal representation
- Handover of the plot with boundaries identified on site
After purchase
- Boundary walling and gates
- Site clearance and levelling
- Borehole drilling for water supply
- Architectural design and construction
Our process, step by step
- 01
1. Tell us what you need
Area, budget, plot size, and whether you intend to build soon or hold. That narrows things fast and saves everyone time.
- 02
2. Shortlist and visit
We show you the plots that actually fit. If you are abroad, we record dated video at the plot with visible landmarks.
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3. Verify
Boundaries checked on the ground against the paperwork, and documentation reviewed. We encourage you to appoint your own lawyer for this step.
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4. Agree terms
Price, payment schedule and what is included are put in writing before any payment is made.
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5. Transfer and handover
Documentation completed and the plot handed over with its corners physically identified.
How we do the work
The details below are where quality is actually decided — and where corners are usually cut.
- We decline plots we cannot stand behind
- If the documentation chain is unclear or a boundary is disputed, we do not list the plot. Turning down a sale is cheaper than a client losing their money.
- Independent legal advice encouraged
- We recommend every buyer instructs their own lawyer rather than relying on the seller’s. This is normal practice and we will not object to it.
- Buildability assessed on site
- Drainage, fill requirements, access for delivery vehicles and distance to services are all checked, because they all end up on the construction bill.
Projects where we did this
Land sales: common questions
If your question is not here, call us — we would rather answer it before you commit than after.
Can foreigners buy land in The Gambia?
Non-Gambians do buy property in The Gambia, but the route and the restrictions depend on the category of land and on current policy, which changes. Anyone who is not a Gambian citizen should take Gambian legal advice on their specific situation before committing funds rather than relying on general guidance from a seller.
How do I avoid buying land that has already been sold?
Visit the plot in person or send someone you trust; identify the boundaries physically against the sketch plan; run a search at the relevant registry through your own lawyer; ask neighbours who they know the land to belong to; and never pay in full before the checks are complete. Pressure to pay quickly before verification is the clearest warning sign there is.
What documents should I receive when buying a plot?
You should end up with a written sale agreement, evidence of the seller’s entitlement to sell, the sketch plan or survey identifying the plot, receipts for every payment made, and the transfer documentation appropriate to the category of land. Your lawyer should confirm the set is complete for your specific purchase before final payment.
Can I buy a plot now and build later?
Yes, and many buyers do. If you are leaving the plot vacant for a period, walling it and keeping the documentation current are the two things that most reduce the chance of a problem later.
Do you sell plots to buyers living overseas?
Yes. We provide dated video and photographs of the actual plot with identifiable surroundings, deal in writing, and recommend you instruct an independent lawyer in The Gambia to act for you.
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