Lagos real estate is evolving, studio apartments now drive affordability and profit.

Learn how investors earn 15–20% ROI with Abulesowo Realtors’ projects.

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Lagos Living Has Changed Permanently

The dream used to be big: duplexes, penthouses, sprawling compounds. But in today’s Lagos, the smart dream is compact efficient, profitable, and future-ready.

Enter the studio apartment: a space where simplicity meets sophistication.

As rent skyrockets and land prices surge, studio apartments are emerging as the perfect bridge between affordability and wealth creation.

They’re not just homes; they’re income generators, lifestyle solutions, and future investments all in one.

What Is a Studio Apartment?

A studio apartment is a self-contained living space with a bedroom, kitchenette, and bathroom all designed efficiently to maximize comfort and functionality.

Think of it as luxury compressed.

  • One open space = less cost

  • More privacy = higher rental demand

  • Lower maintenance = more profit

Lagos Reality: The Space Crunch

With Lagos’s population now over 22 million, finding affordable accommodation is like finding gold.

Rents are rising faster than salaries, and developers are racing to build more compact, cost-effective housing units.

Studio apartments have become the answer to:

  1.  Young professionals seeking independence
  2.  Students and corps members needing short stays
  3.  Investors wanting quick rental returns
  4.  Small families starting out

Market Insight: Why Studio Apartments Are Booming

According to the Lagos Property Trends Report (2025):

  • Studio apartments in Lekki, Ajah, and Ikeja have a 95% occupancy rate.

  • Average rent has increased by 45% in 3 years.

  • Investors earn up to 15–20% annual ROI through short-lets or long-term leases.

  • Airbnb and short-let demand in Lagos is up 60% year-over-year.

In simple terms: studio apartments are the new oil wells of Lagos real estate.

Story: How Ada Turned ₦5 Million into ₦200,000 Monthly

Ada, a digital marketer, wanted to invest but didn’t have ₦20m for a 3-bedroom flat. Through Abulesowo Realtors, she bought a studio apartment in Awoyaya for ₦5m.

She furnished it with modern fittings and listed it on Airbnb.

Now she earns ₦200,000+ monthly from short-let guests, mostly visiting professionals and couples.

“While others complain about rent, my apartment pays me rent every month,” she says with a smile.

Why Studio Apartments Make Smart Sense

1. Affordable Entry Point

Instead of saving for years for a big house, you can own a studio apartment with an installment plan.

3. High Rental Demand

More Lagosians are choosing privacy and convenience over shared apartments.

3. Short-Let Profitability

Platforms like Airbnb and Booking.com have made short-term leasing a thriving business.

4. Low Maintenance, High Return

Smaller space = lower maintenance = higher profit margins.

5. Quick Resale Value

Studio apartments are easy to resell because of their affordability and constant demand.

Real Case Study: Lekki Studio Boom

In Lekki Phase 2, the average rent for a studio apartment was ₦700,000 in 2020. By 2025, it’s ₦1.4 million.

That’s a 100% appreciation in 5 years, outperforming even some land investments in the same region.

Investors who bought early are now cashing out quietly but consistently.

💬 Lagos Tenants Are Changing Their Priorities

Now everyone wanted a big house. Now, people want freedom, functionality, and flexibility.

Studio apartments deliver all three.

  • Professionals get independence without long commutes.

  • Investors get constant income streams.

  • Developers save cost while meeting demand.

This is the new Lagos living. Compact. Smart. Strategic.

How Abulesowo Realtors Leads the Studio Revolution

At Abulesowo Realtors, we’ve seen the shift — and we’re ahead of the curve.

We don’t just sell land; we help you transform it into real income-generating properties.

Our studio apartment projects are designed for:

  • Affordability: Flexible payment options starting from ₦500k deposit.

  • Accessibility: Locations in Epe, Ibeju-Lekki, and Awoyaya — near major roads and business hubs.

  • Appreciation: Strategic positioning for maximum ROI.

  • Management: We handle maintenance and rent collection for you.

Whether you want to live smart or earn smart, Abulesowo Realtors makes it possible.

Final Word

The best time to own a big house was 10 years ago. The best time to own a studio apartment is now.

Lagos’s future is urban, fast-paced, and space-conscious. Studio apartments are the bridge between today’s realities and tomorrow’s wealth.

Don’t wait for “someday.” Start with one and let it multiply your dreams.

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