How to find the BEST property listings in Nigeria

Nigeria is located in West Africa, along the Gulf of Guinea on the Atlantic Ocean.

It is bordered by Benin to the west, Niger to the north, Chad to the northeast, and Cameroon to the east.

The country lies between the Sahel region in the north and tropical rainforests in the south, giving it diverse climates and landscapes.

Nigeria's southern coastline provides important access to international shipping routes, while its central position in West Africa makes it a regional hub for trade, culture, and transportation across the African continent.

Finding the best property listings in Nigeria requires a mix of knowing the strategy to deploy, the tools to use, and knowledge of the real estate market in focus.

As a buyer or investor, is the aim to purchase a home, condo, apartment, land, or a commercial property, and is there a special location or neighborhood of interest.

What is the intended purchase price for the property or the monthly mortgage rate to pay ceiling. How many bedrooms, bathrooms, parking slots, or facilities are required. Is it an investment property?

Does the listing show a range of high-quality photos, and are there tours or videos available.


If using a real estate agent in the search process, they may know of off-market listings, and be able to offer local market insights, and help navigate legal and financial processes.

Research the property being considered as regards its history, tax records, and if the property has been on the market a long time, or changed hands many times.

With today's listing technology, going online is the first option as to how to find the best property listings in Nigeria, with properties listed by estate agent or private owner, often appearing on a listings portal.

Property listings can usually include photos, floor plans, descriptions, square footage etc, and when ready view the property in person, or have a live tour performed.