
Why Land Prices in Lekki Keep Rising in 2025
Lekki Land Now a Premium Asset
In 2025, Lekki remains one of Nigeria’s most in-demand property markets. Investors, developers, and diaspora buyers are competing for limited plots, pushing prices up in record time.
Recent sales data shows prime plots in Lekki Phase 1 now going for ₦450k–₦550k per sqm, up from ₦350k–₦400k in 2023.
Key Drivers of Price Growth
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Infrastructure Expansion – Ongoing road upgrades and the Lekki–Epe Expressway expansion.
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Commercial Growth – Proximity to the Lekki Free Trade Zone and Dangote Refinery.
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Luxury Demand – High-income earners seeking gated estates and waterfront plots.
Hot Zones to Watch
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Lekki Phase 1 – Still the gold standard for high-end living.
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Chevron Drive – Mid-tier but fast appreciating.
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Awoyaya – Emerging as a budget-friendly investment hub.
Investor Tip
Buying plots in emerging areas before major infrastructure projects complete has delivered the highest ROI in Lekki over the last five years.