Nigeria’s real estate industry is finally stepping into the era of data-driven decision making, and the upcoming launch of the National Housing Data Centre (NHDC) is a major reason why buyers, investors, and policymakers should sit up and pay attention. Slated to go live by December 2025, this initiative promises to tackle one of the biggest challenges that has plagued the housing market for decades:...
Sustainability is no longer just a “nice-to-have” in Nigeria’s real estate market , it’s officially a value booster. In 2025, eco-friendly homes in urban estates are selling faster and commanding higher resale prices than traditional builds. Buyers are more informed, utility costs are rising, and everyone wants comfort without crazy monthly expenses. If you’re buying, building, or investing...
Flooding is one of the biggest hidden risks for homebuyers in Lagos. Every rainy season, tenants and landlords face damage, financial loss, and stressful relocations, all because crucial warning signs were ignored before purchase or rent. Understanding why flooding happens and how to detect it early can save you from years of regret. Why Lagos Homes Flood 1. Poor Drainage Systems Many Lagos...
In today’s Nigerian property market, everybody is suddenly a real estate company, from Instagram sellers to “CEO of Landed Properties” with no office address. And with land scams rising every year, choosing the right company is literally the difference between owning land and owning premium tears. Before you hand over your hard-earned money, here’s how to know a real estate company you can...
Lagos property market in 2025 is giving money magic. As infrastructure booms and demand skyrockets, some areas are turning into goldmines for investors and home-buyers alike. Here are 5 Lagos neighbourhoods (or corridors) that are appreciating the fastest, and why you might want to slide into them before prices go. 1. Ibeju‑Lekki — The Fastest-Growing Land Corridor Ibeju-Lekki is topping...
If you’ve been online lately, you’ve probably seen posts claiming Lagos State has a new tenancy law, from rent caps to eviction penalties to rules on advance payment. But let’s breathe. While conversations are trending everywhere, not everything you’ve heard is accurate. Here’s the real situation: there is currently a new tenancy bill under review, but it HAS NOT officially replaced the...
Renting a house in Lagos is not for the weak. Between unpredictable rent prices, pressure from agents, and landlords who can sell sand as sugar, tenants are constantly dodging stress like traffic on Third Mainland Bridge. With the continuous rise in urban migration and cost of living in 2025, landlords know tenants are desperate, and some use it to push half-truths, hidden conditions, and outright...
When it comes to buying property in Nigeria, one thing you cannot afford to play with is your title document. A legit Certificate of Occupancy (C of O) is basically your proof of ownership, your legal backbone, and your ticket to sleeping peacefully at night. But with fake C of Os circulating the market like WhatsApp broadcasts, you need to stay sharp. Before you drop even one kobo on land or property,...
Everyone and their uncle wants to buy property in Lekki Phase 1, Banana Island, or Abuja city centre. But let’s be real, not everyone’s wallet agrees with those postcodes. What most people don’t realize is that some of the smartest investments in Nigerian real estate aren’t where the crowd is rushing. They’re in those “upcoming areas” people still joke about as bush, the same way they...
Let’s be honest, the Nigerian real estate market is giving main character energy right now. Everywhere you turn, someone is launching a new estate, advertising “affordable luxury,” or dropping those glossy 3D renders that make you want to call your agent immediately. But before you go and sign that off-plan deal (you know, those houses that are still being built or sometimes... just vibes and a...
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