•Where The Super Rich Live
Do you know that there are five luxury housing
estates in Lagos where the super-rich rush to live? You must be extremely
wealthy to afford living inside some of these estates.
These estates are highly private, have a
serene environment, and the ambience is top-notch. In fact, all these estates
are fairly new and feature unique qualities similar to those found in advanced
countries like Dubai, the USA, etc.
When you talk about top housing estates today
in Nigeria, Banana Island estate and Parkview estate are the benchmarks for
many other estates in Nigeria. However, in this story, we explore estates that
surpass them in terms of organization, beauty, security, and architectural
design.
This week, City People’s ISAAC ABIMBADE
presents to you five luxury estates where the super-rich Nigerians love to
live.
SHORELINE ESTATE
The first on the list is Shoreline Estate, an
ultra-exclusive, gated luxury waterfront community located off Onikoyi Road
near Banana Island in Ikoyi, Lagos. Known for extreme privacy, tight security,
and high-value reclaimed serviced plots, real estate prices here routinely run
into hundreds of millions or billions of Naira (starting well north of $3
million for luxury villas). While Banana Island remains widely famed as
Nigeria’s most prominent billionaire, high-profile address, real estate
insiders and developers often rate Shoreline Estate (located adjacent/nearby in
Ikoyi) as more hyper-exclusive and superior in specific luxury metrics.
Shoreline Estate features a tightly restricted number of upscale homes (fewer
than 70 total properties), avoiding the higher-density multi-family apartment complexes
and commercial-leaning pressures found in portions of Banana Island. Zoning
laws strictly permit only single-family luxury dwellings and custom
mega-mansions, ensuring zero subdivision into high-traffic blocks of flats.
Because it is smaller and largely kept under-the-radar by its high-net-worth
residents, it offers an ultra-private, shielded environment with more intensely
controlled access points compared to the heavily scrutinized public profile of
Banana Island. Reclaimed waterfront plots and finished smart-mansions in
Shoreline command staggering valuations—frequently scaling past N3.1 million to
N5 million per square metre, pushing baseline entry prices for houses well
north of $3 million to $5 million.
COWRIE ESTATE
Cowrie Creek Estate is an ultra-luxury, gated
waterfront community located off Spar Road in Ikate, Lekki, Lagos. Spanning
over 43 hectares along the Lekki Lagoon creek, this prestigious neighborhood
features high-end infrastructure, individual contemporary architecture, and top-tier
security. This estate is central in Lekki and can also be said to be within the
Lekki Phase 1 axis. This estate is newly established, but it is highly
exclusive to the rich and prominent Nigerians who desire comfortable and
luxurious homes. It is situated in Ikate, Lekki, offering fast access to Lekki
Phase 1, Victoria Island, and the Lekki-Epe Expressway. The properties
primarily include 4 to 5-bedroom luxury detached and semi-detached duplexes
featuring extras like private swimming pools, cinemas, elevators, and rooftop
terraces. Prices of houses generally range from roughly N800,000,000 to over
N1,200,000,000, depending on the size, furnishing, and exact finish of the
home.
Spanning approximately 43 hectares, the estate
was conceived in 2007 as a private-sector-led real estate investment by the
Nigeria Liquefied Natural Gas (NLNG) Cooperative Society, but attention was
shifted there just about 10 years ago. It was developed with the vision of
becoming one of Nigeria’s model estate developments, showcasing best practices
in infrastructure, urban planning, and community living. Built to global
standards, Cowrie Creek is designed to offer homeowners a well-organized,
secure, and serene environment. A key feature of the estate is its waterfront
positioning—situated along the Lekki Lagoon creek. From inception, Cowrie Creek
has attracted discerning buyers and investors who value exclusivity, strong
infrastructure, and proximity to Lagos’ central business hubs. Today, it stands
out as one of the most desirable and upscale estates in Lagos. However, land
spaces are very limited, and the estate is almost completely built up. The
effect of this is that the prices of properties in the estate continue to
appreciate.
ROYAL GARDEN ESTATE
Royal Garden Estate, located in the serene
area of Ajah, Lagos, is a prestigious residential estate offering a blend of
luxury, comfort, and security. Known for its beautifully landscaped environment
and modern facilities, Royal Garden Estate is a top choice for families,
professionals, and investors looking for premium properties in Lagos. In this
article, we’ll explore what makes this estate a standout option for living or
investment.
Royal Garden Estate is renowned for its
top-notch security systems, including 24/7 surveillance and controlled access
points. This ensures that residents enjoy peace of mind while living in a safe
and serene environment.
The estate features well-paved roads,
efficient drainage systems, constant power supply, and recreational facilities
such as parks, sports centers, and playgrounds. These amenities cater to a wide
range of lifestyle needs, ensuring a high standard of living for
residents.
Royal Garden Estate offers a variety of
housing options, including spacious apartments, duplexes, and detached homes.
The properties are designed with modern architecture and high-quality
materials, providing a luxurious living experience.
Royal Garden Estate Ajah is the epitome of
modern living, offering luxury, convenience, and security in one of Lagos’s
most desirable locations. Whether you’re looking for a new home or an
investment opportunity, this estate is worth considering.
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Prices of a detached duplex on the estate are
between 500 million to a billion depending on the size of the land and features
of the house.
LAKOWE LAKES GOLF AND COUNTRY ESTATE
Lakowe Lakes Golf and Country Estate is an
exclusive 308-hectare residential golf estate. Aptly dubbed “West Africa’s Best
Kept Secret” because of its exclusive lifestyle and rare serene living within a
busy city like Lagos, Nigeria, the estate boasts three main sectors:
Hospitality (short stays, events, and meetings), Golf, and Real Estate.
Blending traditional country estate style with
modern amenities, functionality, and hospitality services, Lakowe Lakes Golf
and Country Estate offers an 18-hole championship golf course, short stay
hospitality services, five food and beverage outlets, over 14 manmade lakes,
meeting rooms, and event spaces in an eco-friendly and natural setting, away
from the distractions and stress of urban life.
Whether you’re swinging a ball on our
signature Part 3 Hole 12 on the championship standard golf course, enjoying a
mind-clearing run or swim, or sweating it off on our tennis court or in the
gym, you are assured of an environment where your well-being is a priority.
LAGOS NEW TOWN
Lagos New Town (LNT) is a large, sustainable
master-planned urban development by Mixta Africa along the Lekki-Epe
Expressway, spanning over 1,560 hectares. It functions as an integrated,
eco-friendly community designed to house over 200,000 people with reliable
infrastructure, commercial zones, and residential neighborhoods. Design: Built
as an “eco-reimagined” city with dedicated green areas, parks, and proper
drainage systems. Purpose: Combines residential calm with commercial plots and
business hubs to reduce urban pressure on central Lagos. Investment: Popular
among real estate investors and the diaspora due to flexible payment plans and
strategic positioning along the fast-developing Lekki-Epe corridor. Lagos New
Town is a fast-growing, master-planned urban development by Mixta Africa.
Spanning 15 million sqm, Lagos New Town is more than just a real estate
development; it is a thriving city designed to accommodate over 200,000
residents while offering world-class infrastructure, green spaces, and
unparalleled investment opportunities.
Isaac Abimbade
08155107955
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