The Most Exclusive places to Live in Lagos

Lagos is the biggest  commercial city in Nigeria with over 20 million people resident in it; there is a saying that says if you can make it in Lagos you can make it anywhere in Nigeria or the world at large, it is undeniable that this is a place 85% of the populace in Nigeria wants to live, for this reason the cost of living in Lagos and also doing business is on the rise, Today we will be looking at the most exclusive areas to live in in Lagos State.

1. Maryland (Mende): Maryland is divided into two section, Mende and Shonibare and it’s the preferred place for those looking for an exclusive and serene environment on the mainland. If you are looking to get a three bedroom apartment and if you are looking to spend on an average N3,000,000  then this is a place for you.

2. Magodo Phase 2: this is another expensive place to live in Lagos Nigeria, so there is a belief in Lagos that if you want to live in Lagos inland but not on logos island then you should consider living in Magodo phase 2. Magodo phase two have two of the state major road networks, talking about the 3rd mainland bridge and the Lagos Ibadan expressway, both on the left and on the right and this is why it’s the preferred choice for the working class individuals looking to get to the island and back in quick time. Magodo phase two have an equal mix of both commercial and residential buildings, and there is a saying that you can spend your whole life in Phase 2 without coming out of it. if you are looking to get a two bedroom apart, then you should be looking to pay at least 2,000,000 per annum.

3. Ikeja GRA: Ikeja GRA, houses top government officials both past and present, and exclusivity is a guarantee here as you find out that most of the houses have tall fences. Commercial activities are highly from upon here because this is one place that is slowly losing its course but one thing that could be well improved on is the poor road network as you find out that you will be encountering traffic on a number of roads if you are looking to rent a two bedroom apartment you should be looking to pay on the average N2,200,000  and if you are looking to buy outrightly then it will cost you an average of N80,000,000.

4. Lekki/Victoria Island: this area is busting with many activities and an ever-changing landscape, this is the one part of Lagos I can tell you it never sleeps, you can never deny the alloy anytime you are in Victoria Island/ Lekki. Lekki and VI is a preferred spot for expatriates; you see places like beaches, boat clubs, restaurants, hotels and more, this is the things that make this area a darling among other places to live in Lagos, this area represents the true spirit of Lagos. If you are looking to rent an apartment, a family size house should cost you about N3,000,000  for a two bedroom flat.

5. Banana Island/Ikoyi: This is class, and the epitome of wealth in Lagos as it is the most affluent area, only the rich of the rich can afford to live in banana Island/Ikoyi. To get a property in this area you should be looking to spend at least N300,000,000 to buy, but if you are looking to rent a two bedroom flat then you should be looking to spend on the average N5,000,000, Banana island is home to the luxury apartment, estate, upscale office apartments, boutique and shops. The area becomes more popular due to the presence of the formal state governor of Lagos, so if you are looking to live in the most expensive place in Lagos for not, then this is the place to be.

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