Ikeja is Lagos' aviation hub and administrative capital — and one of the most practical mainland house rental markets for professionals. From GRA detached houses at ₦12m/yr to self-contain in Ogba at ₦300k, the price spectrum is wide. This guide covers the five main zones and what drives the differences.
Ikeja GRA — mainland's premium address
3 and 4-bedroom semi-detached and detached houses: ₦3.5m–₦12m/yr. The most sought-after mainland address for corporate tenants, diplomats, and C-suite executives. Consistent power supply from GRA substations and strong estate security.
Alausa and Maryland — government and corporate cluster
2 and 3-bedroom houses: ₦1.2m–₦6m/yr. Alausa is the Lagos State government hub. Maryland is a transition zone between GRA and Gbagada. Good BRT access and major supermarkets.
Allen Avenue and Adeniyi Jones
Mixed commercial-residential zone. 2-bedroom flats: ₦1.2m–₦3.5m. Allen is Ikeja's entertainment and business hub — walkable to restaurants, hotels, and offices. Well-served by buses.
Ogba, Agidingbi, and Oregun
Budget mainland options from ₦300k (self-contain/mini flat) to ₦3m (3-bed Agidingbi). Ogba is dense and affordable with good local markets. Oregun has a mix of residential and light industrial. BRT from Computer Village connects efficiently to central Lagos.