Renting a Home in Nigeria: A Tenant Checklist

Choose the location around daily life

Consider work, school, transport, shopping, healthcare, everyday services, and your normal travel time.

A lower rent may not be a saving if the location creates major recurring costs or makes daily life impractical.

Calculate the total move-in cost

Ask for a complete breakdown of rent and other charges before agreeing to move in.

Keep the breakdown in writing so you can compare properties accurately.

Inspect before paying

Check water supply, electrical fittings, ventilation, doors, windows, plumbing, drainage, kitchen and bathroom fixtures, visible damp, parking, and shared areas.

Record defects rather than assuming they will automatically be repaired later.

Read the tenancy agreement

Pay attention to duration, renewal, notice, maintenance responsibilities, utilities, deposits, repairs, restrictions, and conditions for ending the tenancy.

Ask for clarification before signing rather than relying on a verbal promise that is not reflected in the agreement.

Before you commit

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