A STEP BY STEP GUIDE TO RENTING AN APARTMENT IN LAGOS

The city of Lagos is a major economic focal point in Nigeria. Most commercial and financial business is carried out in the central business district situated on the island. Living the Lagos dream is the goal of an average young Nigerian and as such many Nigerians and non-Nigerians troop into Lagos daily. Housing is a priority for anyone seeking to reside in Lagos. Whether you are getting a new apartment or seeking to change your old apartment, the task could be an overwhelming and extremely strenuous one. Below are step by step guide to renting an apartment in Lagos;

1. Location

Before renting an apartment, you must take into cognizance the location. Proximity to your place of work or business is a defining factor in making your choice. How far are you willing to commute to work?What features and amenities are important to you? Are the roads motorable? Will you have to walk quite a distance before accessing transport system, grocery store,internet cafe, salon,school,banks,laundry store e.t.c.?It is near impossible for you to search for an apartment by walking around, asking questions in the designated areas of your choice.

2. Type of Property

There are properties for different purposes. A single room, self contain,studio apartment, mini flat and 2,3,4,5 or 6 bedrooms. You must consider the number of occupants before renting an apartment. A single room and self contain will only be convenient for 1 or 2 persons while flat will be conducive for 3 persons.?Also, your budget would determine the type of property you intend to rent. A single room may be less expensive than a flat but this is subject to the location of the property,Is it an urban area or a rural area?

3. Budget

You have been told to consider your budget before taking up an apartment. The fact is many people may not have the bulk money to pay their rent. The high demand for accommodation means landlords are less likely to embrace any rent model that prevents them from getting their money in bulk up-front.

To solve this problem of bulk payment of rent Kwaba has an innovative product called Rent now, pay later.We pay your rent on your behalf then you pay us back in installments.

4. Security

Security is one of the most important factor you have to take in consideration before renting an apartment. You must ensure the environment where the apartment is situate is safe. You will need to ask residents questions like, are there security agents guarding the area? Do residents of the area get robbed frequently? Is the apartment well fenced? Are there security doors,burglar proof and safety amenities?

After considering the above mentioned steps to be taken then you are good to go!