Property Rental Marketplace in Nigeria
GeraRent is the property rental marketplace in Nigeria where tenants find verified flats, self-cons, and houses direct from landlords — with escrowed caution deposits, transparent NGN pricing, monthly rent options, and no hidden agent fees.
List or rent in NigeriaTop 5 Nigerian cities covered
- LagosPop. 15.4M12,800+ listings₦1.8M/yr avg rent
- AbujaPop. 3.6M3,900+ listings₦2.2M/yr avg rent
- Port HarcourtPop. 1.9M1,650+ listings₦1.1M/yr avg rent
- IbadanPop. 3.6M1,240+ listings₦650K/yr avg rent
- KanoPop. 4.1M820+ listings₦540K/yr avg rent
Top 10 rental categories (NGN)
Self-contained (self-con)
from ₦350,000/yrSingle-room self-contained units across Nigerian cities.
Mini flat
from ₦550,000/yr1-bedroom mini flats, common in Lagos suburbs and Abuja.
2-bedroom flat
from ₦900,000/yrTwo-bedroom apartments for couples and small families.
3-bedroom flat
from ₦1.4M/yrThree-bedroom flats in highbrow and mid-market estates.
Duplex
from ₦3.5M/yr4–5 bedroom duplexes, typically in serviced estates.
Serviced apartment
from ₦2.8M/yr24/7 power, water, and security included; Lagos/Abuja focus.
Shortlet (daily)
from ₦25,000/nightFully furnished shortlets in VI, Lekki, Ikoyi, Maitama, and Wuse.
Student lodge
from ₦180,000/yrOff-campus student rooms near UNILAG, OAU, UI, ABU, and UNIBEN.
Shop / commercial space
from ₦600,000/yrShops, offices, and warehouse units — verified C-of-O.
Pet-friendly rental
from ₦800,000/yrLandlord-confirmed pet-friendly flats and houses.
Why Nigerian tenants trust GeraRent
- Escrowed caution deposits. Held at tier-1 Nigerian banks; released on move-out.
- Monthly rent option. No more 1–2 year upfront; escrowed monthly release to landlord.
- C-of-O verified landlords. Title cross-checked before listing goes live.
Frequently asked questions
How does GeraRent Nigeria handle caution deposits?
GeraRent Nigeria holds caution deposits in a licensed escrow account at a tier-1 Nigerian bank. Funds are released back to the tenant on move-out, minus any landlord deductions the tenant agrees to — or the escrow operator adjudicates disputes within 10 working days.
How much does it cost to rent a 2-bedroom flat in Lagos?
On GeraRent Nigeria, 2-bedroom flats in Lagos typically start from ₦900,000/year in mid-market areas, with serviced VI/Lekki units starting around ₦3.5M/year. Prices are shown in NGN before you apply, with clear agency and legal fee disclosure.
Are Nigerian landlords on GeraRent verified?
Yes. Every Nigerian landlord is identity-verified with NIN and bank BVN, and property ownership is cross-checked against Certificate of Occupancy (C-of-O) or Governor's Consent documents before the listing goes live.
Do I have to pay 2 years upfront rent?
No. GeraRent Nigeria supports monthly and quarterly rent, with rent escrowed and released to the landlord in agreed instalments. This removes the traditional 1–2 year upfront burden common in the Nigerian market.
How are agency and legal fees handled?
GeraRent Nigeria caps and discloses agency + legal fees upfront — typically 5% each, capped at 10% total of the annual rent. No hidden "inspection fees" or extra charges are permitted on listings.
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