5 Proptech Trends Revolutionizing Nigeria’s Real Estate in 2025

Nigeria’s real estate market, valued at $20 billion, is getting a tech makeover in 2025, with proptech platforms driving a 25% growth in digital transactions (source: TechCabal, 2025). From AI-powered rentals to blockchain-verified land titles, proptech is making property deals faster, safer, and cheaper for renters in Lagos, investors in Abuja, and diaspora Nigerians abroad.

This Proptech guide explores 5 proptech trends revolutionizing Nigeria’s real estate in 2025, with practical examples and platforms to try. Whether you’re hunting for a flat or investing in Eko Atlantic, these innovations will transform your experience.

Table of Contents

• AI-Powered Rental Platforms

• Blockchain-Verified Land Titles

• Virtual Property Tours

• Fractional Ownership Apps

• Smart Home Integrations

• How to Leverage Proptech in 2025

1. AI-Powered Rental Platforms

What It Is: AI platforms like Spleet match renters with verified listings, reducing search time by 70%.
Cost: ₦5,000–₦20,000 service fee.
Why It Matters: Nigeria’s 22 million housing deficit makes finding rentals tough (source: World Bank).

Example: Temi, a Lagos techie, found a ₦1.5M/year Lekki flat in 2 days using Spleet’s AI filters.

Tip: Try RentSmallSmall for flexible monthly payments.

2. Blockchain-Verified Land Titles

What It Is: Blockchain platforms like LandLayBy record titles, cutting fraud by 80% (source: ESVARBON, 2025).
Cost: ₦50,000–₦100,000/verification.
Why It Matters: 20% of land sales involve fake titles.

Example: Chidi, an Abuja investor, verified a ₦5M plot’s C of O on LandLayBy, avoiding a scam.

Tip: Cross-check with state registries (see our

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3. Virtual Property Tours

What It Is: 3D tours on platforms like PropertyPro let buyers view properties remotely.
Cost: Free for users; agents pay ₦10,000–₦30,000/listing.
Why It Matters: Saves 50% of viewing time, ideal for diaspora buyers.

Example: Aisha, a UK-based Nigerian, toured an Eko Atlantic flat via PropertyPro, buying it for ₦100M.

Tip: Request live video tours for real-time Q&A.

4. Fractional Ownership Apps

What It Is: Apps like MyPropfolio let you invest in properties from ₦500,000, earning 8–12% ROI.
Cost: 5–10% platform fees.
Why It Matters: Makes real estate accessible to young professionals.

Example: Ngozi, a nurse in Ibadan, invested ₦1M in a Lagos flat via MyPropfolio, earning ₦100,000/year.

Tip: Choose SEC-registered platforms (sec.gov.ng).

5. Smart Home Integrations

What It Is: Proptech like LifeSmart Nigeria installs smart locks, lights, and thermostats for ₦50,000–₦200,000.
Cost: ₦100,000 for a 2-bedroom setup.Boosts rental appeal by 20% (source: Nigeria Property Centre).

Example: Emeka, a Maitama landlord, added smart locks for ₦80,000, renting his flat 30% faster.

Tip: Start with affordable smart bulbs (₦10,000 on Jumia).

6. How to Leverage Proptech in 2025

• Renters: Use Spleet or RentSmallSmall to find verified listings (₦5,000–₦20,000).

• Buyers: Verify titles on LandLayBy (₦50,000) and tour via PropertyPro.

• Investors: Try MyPropfolio for fractional ownership (₦500,000 minimum).

• Landlords: Install smart home tech for higher rents (₦50,000–₦200,000).

Embrace Nigeria’s Proptech Revolution

These proptech trends are making Nigeria’s real estate smarter and more accessible in 2025. This Proptech guide equips you to rent, buy, or invest with ease. Share it to keep others ahead of the curve!

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