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Lagos Island is the historic commercial epicentre of Lagos, a densely packed 8 km² island housing Balogun Market (one of the largest in West Africa), Tinubu Square, the Lagos State Governor's Office, and some of Nigeria's oldest colonial-era buildings. Residential options are limited but growing — short-let apartments and executive flats are available from ₦3m–₦10m per year on less-busy streets. The area is almost exclusively commercial by day and quieter at night. Power supply in residential buildings is 24-hour generator. Flooding risk on lower streets close to the lagoon can be severe during heavy rains. Traffic onto and off Lagos Island via the Carter, Eko, and Third Mainland bridges is the primary challenge for residents. Best for traders, market operators, and professionals who work on the Island and want to eliminate commute time entirely. Popular searches: flats for rent Lagos Island, Lagos Island area guide, living on Lagos Island.