Here is the weekly snapshot of average asking prices for 2-bedroom apartments (furnished or semi-furnished in good estates) across Nigeria’s major cities as of May 13, 2026.
Data has been aggregated from active listings on PropertyPro.ng, PrivateProperty.ng, NigeriaPropertyCentre, Jiji.ng, and Estate Intel field reports. Note that actual transacted prices are typically 10–18% lower after negotiation.
Average Asking Prices for 2-Bedroom Apartments – May 13, 2026
| City | Average Asking Price (₦) | Week-on-Week Change | Month-on-Month Change | Key Commentary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lagos (Mainland) | 88 – 142 million | +1.9% | +7.1% | Strong demand from young professionals |
| Lagos (Lekki / Island) | 152 – 235 million | +1.2% | +5.6% | Premium locations holding firm |
| Abuja (Gwarinpa / Maitama) | 98 – 165 million | +0.9% | +4.8% | Corporate & civil service demand stable |
| Port Harcourt | 68 – 98 million | -0.6% | +2.4% | Cautious sentiment persists |
| Ibadan | 48 – 78 million | +3.4% | +9.5% | Strongest MoM growth on affordability |
| Enugu | 58 – 92 million | +2.1% | +6.8% | Diaspora interest supporting prices |
| Kano | 42 – 72 million | +1.6% | +5.9% | Budget buyers dominant |
Key Observations This Week
- National Trend: Asking prices continue to rise modestly, but growth is uneven across cities. Secondary cities like Ibadan are showing the strongest momentum.
- Ibadan Leading: Recorded the highest month-on-month increase (+9.5%), driven by its relative affordability and influx of professionals from Lagos and Abuja.
- Lagos Premium Segment: Lekki and Island areas remain expensive, but sales velocity has slowed as buyers negotiate harder.
- Negotiation Window: Across all cities, cash-ready buyers are securing 10–18% discounts below asking prices, especially on units listed for over 45 days.
What’s Driving the Numbers?
- Persistent high construction and financing costs continue to push asking prices upward.
- Increased buyer caution due to economic pressures is forcing more realistic pricing.
- Strongest demand remains for well-located, finished 2-bedroom units in secure estates with reliable power and good road access.
- Diaspora remittances and young professionals relocating for work continue to support pricing in secondary cities.
Implications for Buyers and Investors This Week
- Buyers: Mid-May remains a good window for negotiation. Focus on completed units in secure estates with functional infrastructure.
- Investors: 2-bedroom apartments in growing secondary cities like Ibadan are offering attractive entry points with solid rental yields (typically 12–18% gross in good locations).
- Developers: Pricing discipline is essential. Overpriced units are staying longer on the market.
Final Thoughts
The May 13, 2026 Average Prices snapshot shows a market that is still growing modestly but becoming increasingly price-sensitive. While asking prices continue to edge higher, the widening gap between asking and transacted prices confirms that buyers currently hold stronger bargaining power.
For serious investors, this environment rewards patience, thorough due diligence, and focus on locations with genuine demand drivers rather than speculative hype.
Which city’s 2-bedroom prices caught your attention this week? Are you actively buying, selling, or investing right now? Share your thoughts in the comments.
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