Ikotun Proper
The main Ikotun town area with dense housing, local markets, and commercial activity. Large resident population with strong demand for affordable housing.
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Ikotun is a densely populated residential area in Alimosho LGA on the Lagos mainland — one of the most affordable housing corridors in the city. The Ikotun-Egbe axis serves a large working population, with good road connections to Oshodi (the Red Line rail interchange), Iyana Ipaja, and the wider Alimosho corridor. Browse verified listings in Ikotun and Ikotun-Egbe on Cabans.
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Ikotun sits in the southeastern part of Alimosho LGA, connected to Oshodi by Ikotun-Oshodi Road and to Iyana Ipaja and Idimu via the Alimosho road network. It is part of Nigeria's most populous LGA and one of Lagos' largest residential population centres.
2-bedroom flats are available from ₦10m–₦20m for purchase — among the lowest entry prices in Lagos. Rental demand from the large resident workforce is consistent. For investors targeting the mass-market rental segment, Ikotun offers strong occupancy at very accessible buy-in prices.
Ikotun Sub-Areas
Egbe
Adjacent to Ikotun, Egbe is a residential area with a slightly more settled character. The Ikotun-Egbe axis is frequently referenced together as the primary residential corridor in this part of Alimosho.
Idimu
Northwest of Ikotun, bordering Iyana Ipaja corridor. More affordable even than Ikotun, with good road connections to the Ipaja and Oshodi axes.
Igando
South of Ikotun, in the direction of Ojo. Growing residential area with land availability at accessible prices. Access to the Oshodi-Apapa Expressway.
Frequently Asked Questions About Property in Ikotun
What is the average rent in Ikotun?
Ikotun is one of the more affordable residential areas in Lagos mainland. 1-bedroom flats typically rent for ₦200,000–₦400,000 per annum; 2-bedroom flats ₦350,000–₦700,000; 3-bedroom flats ₦550,000–₦1,000,000. Newer managed buildings sit at the upper end.
Is Ikotun on the mainland or island?
Ikotun is on the Lagos mainland, in Alimosho LGA. It is in the southeastern part of Alimosho, southeast of Iyana Ipaja and south of Isolo.
What is Ikotun known for?
Ikotun and the adjacent Egbe area are known for the Ikotun-Egbe residential corridor — a densely populated part of the Lagos mainland with a large working-class and lower-middle-class resident population. Ikotun has its own markets, commercial strips, and community infrastructure.
How long is the commute from Ikotun to Lagos Island?
Ikotun to Lagos Island is a long commute: 1.5–3 hours by road depending on time of day, via Oshodi or Mile 2 depending on the route. Ikotun residents with Island workplaces typically use the Oshodi transit hub to access the Red Line rail for onward Island access.
What property types are available in Ikotun?
Ikotun has a mix of older compound housing and newer blocks of flats. The area is predominantly a rental and lower-cost ownership market. 2-bedroom flats are available from ₦10m–₦20m for purchase. Land is available in the wider Egbe-Ikotun-Idimu corridor at very affordable prices.
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