Which areas have the most active short let supply in Nigeria?

Lekki (Lagos) leads volume with 1,314 active shortlet units averaging ₦165,070 per night.

Why do short let prices surge in December in Nigeria?

The annual "Detty December" holiday season brings strong inbound travel from the Nigerian diaspora and holiday visitors, pushing occupancy and nightly asking rates upward across Lagos and Abuja between late November and early January.

Are caution fees and utility bills included in the daily shortlet rate?

Nightly rates generally include 24/7 power, inverter/generator backup, internet, security, and housekeeping. Most hosts also request a refundable caution deposit (typically ₦20,000 to ₦100,000) returned after checkout inspection.

How can hosts benchmark and list their shortlet on Realestway?

Property hosts and managers can use Staydesk by Realestway (https://realestway.com/staydesk) to benchmark their asking rates against live neighborhood averages, synchronize calendars across Airbnb and Booking.com, and list directly on Realestway.

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Average Price of Short Let Properties in Nigeria

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The average price of short let properties in Nigeria is ₦185,889 per day, with typical market asking rates ranging from ₦130,000 to ₦250,000 (median: ₦172,500) across 4,168 active verified listings (October 2026).

State / Region

City / Neighborhood

Bedrooms

Average Price+12.5% vs prior 90 days

₦185,889 / night

Arithmetic mean across active inventory

Median Asking Rate

₦172,500 / night

50th percentile (excludes high luxury skew)

Typical Market Range

₦130,000 – ₦250,000

Middle 50% interquartile market spread

Price Range Spectrum

₦20,000 – ₦1,500,000

Lowest listed budget to ultra-luxury penthouses

Active Shortlet Inventory

4,168 Units

● Live verified availability feed

Average Short Let Prices by Bedroom Size in Nigeria

Compare nightly asking rates across apartment layouts, from solo studio suites to 4-bedroom executive villas.

Property Type & Layout	Average Price	Typical Range (P25 – P75)	Cheapest Listed	Most Expensive	Active Units	Browse Listings
Studio / Self Contain Self-contained unit with kitchenette and bathroom.	₦292,585 / day +328.6% (90d)	₦130,000 – ₦400,000	₦20,000	₦1,500,000	849 shortlets	View Listings
1 Bedroom Apartment 1-bedroom flat, popular with solo professionals and couples.	₦120,589 / day +9.1% (90d)	₦95,000 – ₦142,500	₦20,000	₦1,500,000	899 shortlets	View Listings
2 Bedroom Apartment The most listed layout — fits small families and travel pairs.	₦168,019 / day +6.3% (90d)	₦140,000 – ₦200,000	₦50,000	₦1,400,000	1,362 shortlets	View Listings
3 Bedroom Apartment / Duplex Spacious 3-bedroom flat or duplex with family lounge.	₦212,280 / day +10.5% (90d)	₦170,000 – ₦260,000	₦50,000	₦1,445,000	615 shortlets	View Listings
4 Bedroom Maisonette / Villa Executive 4-bedroom residence, often detached.	₦255,113 / day +4.2% (90d)	₦210,000 – ₦300,000	₦40,000	₦880,000	269 shortlets	View Listings

Corridor Intelligence

Top Nigerian Neighborhoods: Short Let Asking Rates

Benchmark rental performance and demand heatmaps across prime hospitality corridors in Lagos and Abuja.

Neighborhood / District	Overall Average Rate	1-Bedroom Avg	2-Bedroom Avg	3-Bedroom Avg	Guest Demand Tier	Action
Lekki Lagos • 1,314 active shortlets	₦165,070 / day	₦133,645	₦169,750	₦193,581	Ultra-High	Explore
Lagos Lagos • 521 active shortlets	₦175,908 / day	₦128,297	₦174,439	₦218,814	Ultra-High	Explore
Ikeja Lagos • 196 active shortlets	₦158,261 / day	₦110,000	₦164,773	₦213,750	High	Explore
Abuja FCT • 188 active shortlets	₦164,778 / day	₦125,957	₦164,420	₦210,732	High	Explore
Ibadan Oyo • 132 active shortlets	₦244,952 / day	₦232,500	—	₦200,000	High	Explore
Ikate Lagos • 113 active shortlets	₦163,242 / day	₦122,500	₦160,463	₦191,818	High	Explore
Victoria Island Lagos • 100 active shortlets	₦216,506 / day	₦180,714	₦205,417	₦242,344	High	Explore
Lekki Phase 1 Lagos • 96 active shortlets	₦194,167 / day	₦131,154	₦193,375	₦233,542	High	Explore
Ikoyi Lagos • 93 active shortlets	₦259,671 / day	₦179,231	₦221,250	₦310,128	High	Explore
Yaba Lagos • 60 active shortlets	₦96,979 / day	₦92,000	₦120,000	—	Moderate	Explore

Seasonality Engine

12-Month Short Let Asking Price Trajectory

Historical movement tracking dry season influx, diaspora travel, and December holiday rate surges.

Selected PeriodOct 2026

Average Rate₦271,254

Listings Tracked1,076

Peak: ₦271,254

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★ Detty December Peak Surge: Holiday occupancy and returning diaspora push short-let rates up by 25% – 35% in Lagos & Abuja.Tap any month to inspect

Realestway Yield Intelligence

High-Value Amenities: Impact on Short Let Nightly Pricing

How specific high-demand amenities increase asking rates and guest booking velocity across Nigerian listings.

+8.4% Yield Premium

Swimming Pool

Top filter for leisure stays and private events.

Estimated Daily Uplift:+₦14,490 / night

+4.9% Yield Premium

Ocean / Lagoon View

Luxury differentiator on the Island.

Estimated Daily Uplift:+₦8,453 / night

+3% Yield Premium

Gym

Common in serviced apartment blocks.

Estimated Daily Uplift:+₦5,175 / night

+-3.9% Yield Premium

Snooker / Games Room

Raises appeal for group bookings.

Estimated Daily Uplift:+₦-6,728 / night

+-14% Yield Premium

Solar / Inverter Backup

Keeps air conditioning running through grid outages.

Estimated Daily Uplift:+₦-24,150 / night

+-15.6% Yield Premium

Fast WiFi / Starlink

Expected by remote workers and corporate guests.

Estimated Daily Uplift:+₦-26,910 / night

Frequently Asked Questions

Short Let Pricing & Market Guide (Nigeria)

Answers built from live asking rates, corridor volumes, and platform transaction standards.

Based on 4,168 active listings on Realestway, the average asking price for short let properties in Nigeria is ₦185,889 per day. Typical mainstream apartments range between ₦130,000 and ₦250,000 per day depending on corridor and bedroom count. One-bedroom apartments average ₦120,589 per day, while 2-bedroom apartments average ₦168,019 per day.

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