LAGOS STATE REAL ESTATE TRENDS AND STATISTIC

The Lagos and broader Nigerian real estate market in 2024 shows both growth potential and
significant challenges. Here are the latest trends in the Lagos and Nigeria real estate industry.
Market Growth: By last quarter 2024, the Nigerian real estate market should have expanded by
7.24% to a projected $2.14 trillion in value. The country’s growing population is a major factor in
this rise since it increases demand for residential real estate. Due to its status as an economic
hub that draws in both domestic and foreign investors, Lagos, one of the cities with the highest
rate of growth in the world, consistently experiences a need for housing.
(AfricaBiz)(Africanvestor)
Tech Integration: Technology is revolutionizing the real estate industry in a big way. There is a
growing trend in the application of AI in real estate development, sustainable building methods,
and smart home technology. New developments are anticipated to be dominated by these
advances, which will improve the efficiency and appeal of properties. (Business days)
Co-Living and Flexible Spaces: In cities like Lagos, millennials in particular are influencing the
rise in popularity of co-living and flexible working spaces due to economic concerns. About 60%
of potential homebuyers in Lagos are seeking for small family units and shared living spaces,
indicating an increasing demand for these types of housing. (Business days)
Sustainability: Energy efficiency and green building techniques are highly valued. In order to
keep up with global trends and satisfy a market that is becoming more environmentally
sensitive, environmental sustainability is becoming a crucial component of new developments.
(Businessday)
Rental Market Evolution: Short-term rentals, co-living spaces, and furnished apartments are
becoming more popular in the rental market. Fair market rentals have noticeably increased, with
increases in rental prices anticipated in about 99% of areas. (Businessday)
Speculative Investment and Price Increases: The Lagos real estate market is characterized
by speculative activity, and this, together with continuing infrastructure expansions such as the
The Eko Atlantic City project is driving up property prices. In developed and easily accessible
places, this trend is especially strong. (The Africanvestor)
Obstacles: The market has to overcome obstacles such as high building costs brought on by
exchange rate fluctuations, red tape, and poor infrastructure. Furthermore, affordability is
restricted in Nigeria due to high mortgage interest rates, especially for middle-class and
lower-class buyers. These elements lead to a housing supply shortfall relative to demand (The
Africanvestor).

Overall, while there are significant opportunities in the Lagos real estate market, particularly for
those embracing new technologies and sustainable practices, potential investors must navigate
a complex landscape shaped by economic, political, and environmental factors.

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