Properties for Short Let in Nigeria — Furnished & Serviced

A short let is a fully furnished property available for rent on a short-term basis — typically days, weeks, or a few months. They are popular for business trips, relocations, extended vacations, and diaspora visits to Nigeria.

Short lets come fully furnished and are rented for shorter periods. Unlike standard rentals (typically yearly in Nigeria), short lets are priced per night or week and include basic amenities such as a kitchen, beds, WiFi, and often generator power.

Cabans focuses on listing quality and verification, but guests should still confirm key details — including availability, pricing, and amenity inclusions — directly with the host before booking.

Yes. Property owners and managers can list short let properties on Cabans to reach verified guests across Nigeria. Listing is free — no upfront fees or commission on enquiries.

Nightly rates vary significantly by location and quality: budget Lagos mainland apartments from ₦10,000–25,000 per night; Lekki Phase 1 and Ikeja options from ₦25,000–60,000; premium Ikoyi, VI, and Abuja Maitama properties from ₦60,000–₦250,000+. Monthly rates offer significantly better value than nightly rates for longer stays.

Many short let landlords include generator power in the nightly or monthly rate, but this varies by property. Always confirm whether generator diesel is included or billed separately before booking — in some Lagos properties, diesel costs can add ₦3,000–10,000+ per day.

Lekki Phase 1 has the highest density of Lagos short let properties, followed by Ikeja, Victoria Island, Ikoyi, and Ajah. For Abuja, Wuse 2 and Maitama have the largest short let supply. All of these areas are available to browse on Cabans.

Yes. Many Nigerian short let landlords offer monthly rates that are significantly lower than their nightly rate multiplied by 30 days. Monthly short let stays are particularly common in Abuja and Port Harcourt for oil and gas workers, government contractors, and diplomatic staff.