What $1,000,000 will Buy you in Nairobi Vs Lagos | Real Estate

In today's episode, we will be comparing what $1 million will buy you in Lagos real estate market and Nairobi real estate market. This will help you know if you will get your money's worth if you choose to invest in any of this African real estate market.
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[@omees32.]

Which property would i buy with $1M? Nairobi. 1. Privacy 2. Space 3. Greenery These are things millionaires value a lot. While privacy would have been a tall order to achieve with the Lagos property, the architect could and should have done a better job in creating open space including indoor gardening. The balconies could be improved. The high ceiling in both houses is superb. I have seen many neighbourhood's with limited space yet they have a oomph in them bcoz the culture in their architecture emphasizes on a balance between concrete ' aesthetics and nature. Whilst the Nairobi property sits on a larger piece of estate, architects in the neighbourhood' we saw in lagos can elevate the quality of properties and the neighbourhood at large by getting the balance between these three areas in construction design. No winner or loser here.

[@StevenNdukwu]

You made some valid Valid point her

[@adenchiadenchi8691]

@@StevenNdukwu If you're going to bring greenery and space into the equation, why can't you choose a million dollar house in Abuja which has more greenery and space than Lagos The price per square meters in Lagos is more than that of Nairobi. So technically speaking, you're not comparing like with like It's like comparing square meters in New York to that of Washington DC.

[@mayowablessing7513]

I would like the Lagos building to be put into the Nairobi environment. I love the Lagos house. But I love the Nairobi space and environment

[@ayoawo6774]

Lagos has less space lol. Its the smallest yet most populated city in Nigeria so its hard to explore with spaces. Most of the places in Lagos were even reclaimed from the water bodies.

[@omereonyemoses2085]

I love space alot but at the same time I love lighting's alot

[@nkwofie25]

The lagos property looks like when you've made your first million and u have a lot prove whereas the Nairobi one looks more like someone born rich there isn't much to prove, u just know this person is rich it comes off very natural.

[@chigasaki06]

The Lagos property is way too flashy...I agree with you. The Lagos property screams: I'm rich, look at me! The Nairobi property says: "I'm wealthy, nothing to prove here, lol."

[@freedomm]

Remember those late 1990s and early 2000s American R&B/ hip-hop music videos where they were trying to show how much money they have? That's the Lagos property.

[@doriansgrave1009]

You are right about the first part. The Lagos property looks more like a bachelor pad if anything. The Kenyan property looks like a space for someone who has a reached a point where all they just want is peace. I'm from Lagos, but at 36, with an over average allure for Nature, I'm definitely going with Kenya.

[@ashylarry8479]

@@freedomm LOL

[@onomeblessing3425]

So damn right waww😮

[@eghe5669]

I am a Nigerian, without thinking twice I will gladly go for the Nairobi home if I got a million buck. The mansion too grand na, the aesthetics, greenery, serenity, out door space functionality is it for me. The Lagos one is cool but too confined

[@emmanuelkwabenayirenkyi-th3949]

Cos you are a Nigerian I expected this comment from you

[@Tata-bd9nx]

@@emmanuelkwabenayirenkyi-th3949 Its the truth, the Nairobi one beats the lagos one here.It doesnt mean other Nigerian properties wouldnt beat other nairobi properties

[@ogbodoflorence390]

@@emmanuelkwabenayirenkyi-th3949 even you as a Ghanaian should know this properties here are better than even the places your top politician live in ghana.. lol..

[@shangothunder1055]

Your not Nigerian fruad.

[@ogbodoflorence390]

@@shangothunder1055 lol.. with all the problems ghana has. With the way ur police men are killing their selves over irrelevant things..all the killing fraudulent act and robbery going on in your country.. you choose to carry that of nigeria in your head? Lol. Work on ur self

[@Fido1010]

I am a Nigerian;but the Nairobi Kenya property is very cool;especially the greenery.

[@bellaolum9768]

As a born and bred Nairobian, nothing gives me more pleasure than to open my windows and see lush green grass and trees blowing in the wind. It just gives me life. Both cities have their charm, pros and cons and it also depends on your preference of accommodation, I would go for the Nairobi one.

[@StevenNdukwu]

👍

[@tedyo3360]

Too much greenery attracts insects

[@Game_with_me-r6j]

@@tedyo3360 A green environment is very refreshing for our health.

[@Isiejeme0829]

Looking at both properties I'd say the Kenyan one is more value for money because of the extra space around the house and green spaces. I'd take that money and build outside of lagos to get even more value for my money. Thanks for sharing.

[@ToluwalojuJawando]

Everything about the Nairobi property beats the Lagos one hands down 👌🏿👌🏿👌🏿

[@Monkeybizz99]

I am a Nigerian, I will take the Nairo property immediately if had the money. Space, security, serenity, aesthetic and privacy matter a lot to me. And the Nairobi property gives you more sense of luxury than the Lagos one and it has more character.

[@village-Dreamer]

Having been to both Cities plus Accra... Nairobi real estate without a doubt..

[@esem135]

Accra cannot wven compete with Nairobi's Westlands district alone. I said it without a blink..no mincing words for facts abd truth.

[@tosinojo7310]

Lol he said Accra

[@SM-mm3kg]

@@esem135 kzbin.info/www/bejne/gIvYoHlobrB0ldE

[@mr.humble877]

Pls stop bringing Accra in the picture right now ES EM. The Ghanaians will eat you alive esp if your comment belittles their development in any way. I noted how they slaughtered you in a previous video.

[@freedomm]

As a Kenyan, travelling to Accra Ghana, Dakar, Senegal and Bamako, Mali made me appreciate trees and greenery more than ever. African property developers should understand that trees change everything.

[@marymusau1662]

... and thanks to professor Wangari Mathai for our beautiful greenery

[@55maranatha]

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[@nkechiojebor2786]

Steve please can i buy a house of 1millionaira

[@bakarisanyu6510]

I love Nairobi because of the lush green space and the surrounding area appeared to already be fully built out as a residential neighborhood.

[@itgamingke]

Come over to visit bro

[@bakarisanyu6510]

@@itgamingke Many Thanks. To date, I have been to Ghana, Egypt and Côte D’Ivoire. I want to experience all of Africa. Maybe I will visit at a future time.

[@angelicakweku5293]

Nigeria as a whole need to invest on trees, parks and open spaces!!!

[@TonnyOkello]

Population makes it difficult but I don’t think they are trying hard enough.

[@ifehansson2254]

I remember going to Marrakech and walking around in the heat. What made it bearable were the trees. In Nigeria it feels as if the main aim is to remove all trees 😂😂

[@angelicakweku5293]

@@TonnyOkello Every landlord should be mandated to plant at least a tree. Our old towns are worse off.

[@theosantana7750]

And Electricity.. 60%..

[@Joe-xq9yk]

The problem is population.

[@gbemigreat]

I've always said this and holds it true. If I'm paying a $1M dollars for a property, my neighbor must not be too close to me. The Nairobi property is a proper property for the value.

[@Grizzlyx9]

lmao

[@ogiejames9110]

@@Grizzlyx9 lol..you dey laugh..na so e suppose be normal, a $1m property suppose get enough ample space between the gate/fencing and the main entrance to the house itself

[@ebonymood]

@Gbemi, God bless you! Cos I don't understand why I'm seeing all that other houses in such close proximity! Lagos sha. Na wa.

[@tayokarate]

Exactly they will even be selling flats at prices that else where u will have acres of land after building your house abeg ,if I have that kind of money I will literally have a small self sufficient personal city

[@Kikongolessons]

Yup, Sure 👀👍

[@pesterrugoyi7857]

Nairobi's looks classy and cozy. A real home with no drama

[@AquariusGoldTM913]

I love to see high quality content by Africans. I love your objectivity. This was incredibly polished and informative. Impressed that you filmed both locations. Cudos bro. I absolutely enjoyed the video. Keep em coming.

[@StevenNdukwu]

Thanks for watching, stay tuned for more

[@jensenprinters7496]

Never been to Africa before. Based from many lenses, i acknowledge Lagos for being an investment hub and Nairobi for the best road network, technologized economy, great skyline and its western like services.

[@StevenNdukwu]

You side it right

[@gateng1573]

I don’t think so... when I arrived in Lagos the USD was changing at 196 to the dollar... last week I got it at 600 from my local Mallam. In Lagos you lose your money first and foremost through devaluation... then I spend triple what I spent in Kenya for food...

[@ogbodoflorence390]

@@gateng1573 lies tho

[@lameckangwenyi718]

Great content Steven 👍

[@CHILUMO]

, nairobi is the biggest city in eastern africa litreally no competition

[@nyreewilliams3326]

I like how you kept the Kenyan 🇰🇪 band on.

[@itgamingke]

Facts

[@psychout3481]

I don't understand why Lagos property developers never consider landscaping in their design. It is always either artificial grass or stone/concrete paving. In a decade's time I bet the Lagos property will look outdated while the Nairobi one will still remain fresh, as it does not just follow blindly the trend of the day, but also has a character and homely feel, which the Lagos one feels more like a contemporary sterile museum.

[@tosinojo7310]

Cap

[@psychout3481]

@@tosinojo7310 Where is the lie?

[@jyde50]

Maybe Nigerian don't want to still be called bush men in 2022? if other countries like they can build houses in the rainforest for maximum greenery, but Lagos house is perfect for 99% Nigerians.

[@Tata-bd9nx]

@@jyde50 You are trying so hard to convince yourself. Try again, you dont sound convinced😂😂😂

[@jyde50]

@@Tata-bd9nxY r you following my comment everywhere??? are you drunk? get off my comments.

[@Joe-xq9yk]

I am a kenyan with half Nigerian parent.I have been in both cities (Nairobi n Lagos) but more so Nairobi since it is my birth city.A few tips for comparison. Nairobi city is built on a mix of rainforest n Savannah grassland with a few rivers running through.Two huge forests (Ngo'ng/Karura) connected to a National park(Savannah) with a river flowing right on it n all these menn in the city.I bet,if you drive a long Lang'ata Road/Ngo'ng Road you'll will likely to spot warthogs/Monkeys/antelopes dancing on the road n maybe on a good day a giraffe sunbathing in the other side of the park. Most homes in Nairobi are surrounded with nature,I actually compare Nairobi with Bogota Colombia with the hills showcasing their prowess. Lagos has it's share of stake too with homes being modern and luxurious but built on close spaces.If you want a party life in those opulent outlying hoods then Lagos takes it all (it comes with a price though),If you want a private family life with nature blowing your mind in all directions then Nairobi contemporary surbubs fits the bill.Between the two homes,I will pick nature straight away not that I'm biased..It is what it is. As far as expenses are concerned,I don't know for sure.Homes in Kenya are quite expensive just like in Nigeria.It goes down with what it has been offered.

[@kayn2756]

Honestly the outdoor space and the hard wood floors in Nairobi, makes that home waaay superior. The lagos neighborhood is too crowded

[@eco-spaceconsultlimited.3740]

Well, there are two sides of the coin. As an architect, If I were to choose which property to live in and enjoy value for my money, I'm definitely going for the Nairobi property but talk of the business side of the deal, Lagos would be an all-way better option anyday because of how real estates appreciates in quick time. Nutshell; As an investor, go for Lagos properties. As an end user, go for the Nairobi property.

[@StevenNdukwu]

And that’s for sure

[@dcryptospace1284]

Great explanation!!

[@ogiejames9110]

Your comment nailed it all, Steven should have pinned it.💯

[@joelnzioka7658]

Now this is it!

[@yaoxiden219]

Well you have a point

[@thorfinn7291]

Nairobi is known as "the green city in the sun" because even right in the middle of city it's still green, trees are protected and those that are cut are replanted, Kenya's Nobel prize winner Wangari Maathai made sure of that. Just pause the video at 12:15 , that is right in the heart of Nairobi's CBD, just look at how green it is. The greenery isn't exclusive to the suburbs.

[@StevenNdukwu]

I agree with you

[@thee.claudie2062]

that is not the cbd,that area is called westlands,a district in Nairobi.

[@thorfinn7291]

@@thee.claudie2062 I'm not talking about the foreground only, you can see as far as the CBD from that angle all the way to upperhill & there's still greenery.

[@mellohmelvin8598]

@@thee.claudie2062 That's not Westlands, it's Karen. In Westlands you're more likely to find apartments and townhouses.

[@Tata-bd9nx]

@@mellohmelvin8598 Thats not Karen,thats Westlands,where that shiny building call One Africa is. Are you Kenyan and dont know where Karen is located🤦‍♀️

[@Natural-Cute]

Steven, I appreciate your effort on this video; I'm a Nigerian living in Nairobi, Kenya, for three years now; I will tell you that Nairobi properties are far better than Lagos properties; if I have a million dollars to buy property, I will go for Nairobi property, and Nairobi is more secured than Lagos very far, for now, I know what I'm talking about. I have a property in both cities.

[@jyde50]

What job are you doing in kenya?

[@thorfinn7291]

Is Nairobi developed? In terms of infrastructure?

[@dwamburu1]

@@thorfinn7291 Yes, Nairobi has very good roads .

[@Natural-Cute]

@@thorfinn7291 yes, truly speaking Nairobi is more developed than Lagos Nigeria, far better than Lagos and Accra Ghana for housing, estate housing and urban development security settings

[@thorfinn7291]

@@Natural-Cute okay thank you.

[@davies8183]

Point to note, in Karen, there's a business center where most major companies and banks have branches set up. The estate is a bit far from the Nairobi CBD but in most cases, you'll find everything you need around Karen.

[@itgamingke]

I must say one thing I love what Nigerian developers are doing.

[@ohaiifechukwude2555]

The Nairobi construction was a renaissance of the details of frank lloyd wright .. interior natural stone walls ❤️❤️❤️❤️I love them all organic architecture

[@htx1873]

I’m from Tanzania 🇹🇿 , & Definitely Go for Nairobi, Kenya 🇰🇪 Duuhh 🙄🙄

[@jyde50]

Nigeria is richer than tanzania and kenya put together , so what you pick does not matter.

[@htx1873]

@@jyde50 Rather be in Tanzania or Kenya than being in that polluted unhealthy breathing country with no space to put your feet anywhere due to overcrowded, bokoharam , Attacks and all those Bandit that your poor government can’t even fight those small small stupid groups 🙄😂. We know how suffering that part of the continent, Don’t fool us !! Your lil oil money gives u big head huh 🤔!! Nigeria might be rich as far as oil but not Suitable for human consumption 😂😂😂. I’ll rather die in East AFRICA the paradise of the continent. That that bokoharam land 😂😂😂

[@donrayner]

@@jyde50 Are you comparing country and population size? Quality of life?

[@owenmutahi6555]

@@jyde50 yeah richer but do you guys get that life quality??i think your high population pulls u down

[@BOOM-js4wd]

@@jyde50 am 100%sure I live better than you and richer😂With my own space here in Kenya

[@damarisambia1154]

Central Business District is not only in the old Nairobi town,there is CBD in Westlands too among other Nairobi Districts. All Amenities can be found in the Karen Business District and the many malls in Karen. They have good hospitals, schools,Hotels and recreational facilities you will never need to go to Town for anything

[@keno22ful]

i live in Nairobi and i have not stepped in the CBD for like 2 years now😃

[@BetzalEl]

I was coming here to say this. I live in Karen, and I haven't needed to go to the CBD in years. Most government services are online and at huduma centres and everything else from restaurants to schools to hospitals to office spaces are readily available here. .. so no need to go through the CBD.

[@itgamingke]

@@keno22ful unachoma bro 😂😂Tembea Nairobi. Watu wa ocha visit Nairobi more than a Nairobian eish bro.

[@toxicity254]

Was coming to say this. people don't need to go to CBD. People living in Karen often work in Karen or Upper hill or sides za airport!

[@mwangigitau286]

It seems like in Nigeria every service is in the CBD maybe that's why he is insisting so much on the distance to the CBD. In Kenya one wouldn't need to go to the CBD if not for when maybe you are looking for a discount on prices again something a millionaire isn't necessarily driven by. In Karen for example there's Karen shopping Centre, Hub mall, Karen Hospital and if one needs a school there's tonnes of international school

[@ogiejames9110]

I'm Nigerian, love the contemporary architectural design of the Lagos property (offcourse I'm a big fan of contemporary architecture), but since there's zero greenery and also the location of the pool within the property is pathetic, too close to the perimeter fence, and the fence is too low, I'll have to rebuke it. The Nairobi property on the other hand is also of a contemporary architecture design, though not as flashy as that of the Lagos property, it has lush greenery, love the location of the pool within the property(not too close to the fence like that of the lagos property🥴), high perimeter fence, ample spacious compound, a real value for your money... that's it all. Give me the Nairobi property 😍

[@julianwilton6997]

I would choose the Nairobi properties every time. A house has to have a large or moderately sized garden (green space) included with it, especially if that house is worth 1 million dollars. Nigeria is a large country with plenty of space to build. There is no reason why developers should not include gardens with their houses.

[@armana1]

There is a reason for the lack of green space or space generally in nigeria.GREED

[@armana1]

There is a reason for the lack of green space or space generally in nigerian property developments.GREED

[@tayokarate]

@@armana1 greed everywhere even in American urban areas ,the space will make more money instead of a garden

[@armana1]

@@tayokarate there might be greed everywhere ,but the difference is that in places like america, building codes,town planning regulations etc are enforced dilligently in such a way that this greed is moderated effectively,but can the same be said of nigeria?

[@Bryan-eq6nt]

@@armana1 it's not greed mate. For starters Lagos is an Island meaning that the foundation in Lagos is In millions, Kenyan properties don't require piling or serious sand filling . Secondly Lagos is super crowded and it the richest/ biggest city in Africa so it's pretty normal that housing there wouldn't be cheap. Thirdly houses in Lekki do not depreciate.

[@StreetBasketballAfrica.]

I’m buying the Nairobi property for sure and some land too. The property is a classic, combined with the greenery, wooden floor detailing and general aesthetic 👌🏽👌🏽❤️

[@Dapospeaks]

Imagine in the Nairobi House, you can plant different fruit bearing trees. I grew up in a two plots land where we had close to 9 different fruits bearing trees including avocado, 4 trees of oranges (we hardly go out to the market to buy fruits) . It was when I got to Lagos I found out that such is a luxury and you have to buy fruits at exorbitant prices. With cramped houses and few spaces for land on exorbitant prices. Imagine astro turf on a 1 million dollar home and people are buying that. With the water so smelly that rich people had to use third party water agents to get clean water. You can spend 6 hours in traffic with poor security. Not the Lagos for me. Also, for Lagos, there is the possibility that some areas will be submerged due to rising sea level. So with time, the land will depreciate. The one in Nairobi is still the best best.

[@barbrakatila7654]

I will Choose Nairobi over Lagos bcs i would want that south African architectural design, also the level of development and technology is somehow higher and the city is organised,at the same time i would concider NIgeria bcs of the warm weather and rich neighbourhoods.

[@Spinkly]

They sold me on the open green space. Nairobi takes it of course!!!

[@iam6785]

Thx for the great video. I have a few years experience in both countries. . Lagos home 1. The size of the property is quite small hence no great compound experience which is key in expensive/luxurious homes. 2.Privacy is lacking because the neighbours seem and feel quite near. Trees,green fencing etc usually has a psychological effect of expansion and privacy. 3. This is a brick house ( Iassume ) which is very cheap to build in Nigeria tho on the other hand ,it's not very durable and may collapse easily in case of an earthquake. 4. The finishing is good and I usually appreciate and love the aesthetics in quality finishing of such houses in Nigeria like this one. . .5. I also understand the reason one finds no greenery - due to no central sewer system especially in Lagos, and the nature of vegetation, hence there are many big cockroaches, scorpions,wild geckos, snakes etc. Houses are generally off-grid. 6. The house is next to a lagoon, so we are talking about mosquitoes galore. However,the environment is cooler because of the breeze. 7. The high ceilings is also a very good idea,aesthetically and for cooling of the house. 8. The house being in a small community does mot have great amenities thus the City centre becomes a necessity. 9.This Lagos house, translates to a 500 Million Naira home. I think this is hugely overpriced since the plot of land is quite small. Karen-Nairobi home What drives value for money in Nairobis' exclusive estates is the value of the land first and foremost before the house. For that size of land at app 110M Kenya shillings, it's a very fair deal. Generally real estate in Nairobi is very expensive. When you factor in that type of house, it's thus a very generous offer in terms of ROI, because one can easily buy and sell it immediately and still make a few tens of millions immediately E.g between 300,000-500,000 USD. Needless to say, in Karen the weather is cool, no scorpions, central sewer system,lots of amenities e.g top notch schools,malls banks,hotels and restaurants etc,therefore going to the city centre is not a necessity. Houses are built with stones ,hence stronger, last longer and even able to withstand earthquakes, apart from the Windows .of course Qiute frankly, you get better value for money and QUALITY LIVING in Karen than in Lagos, hands down.

[@StevenNdukwu]

Thanks for the feedback, I hope people can ready through

[@amarachieze-udemba549]

I read through. Novice in real estate, but the house definitely looks like one my grand children would love to come hlmr too. Wonderful for a family.

[@chadwicknamasake5859]

You forget to say there is a Golf course nearby that has hosted the European Tour severally that draws it membership from residents of Karen

[@martino6205]

@@StevenNdukwu Also remember Karen, named after Karen Blixen was for a long a white only suburb, no Africans were allowed to live there. Still most of the land is white Kenyan owned, and the residents association is very powerful, they even do not pay rates to the city and provide services to themselves. Very controlled place.

[@TheTororist]

@@martino6205 lol, the biggest land owners in karen are african. maybe in the 80s you would have been right.

[@RTG2019]

To be honest, the architecture of the Lagos home attracts me more than that of the Nairobi home but the interior of the Nairobi house is more detailed and awesome 👌.....I'm really impressed and inspired by your video Steve

[@esem135]

Nobody builds or has a home/house in Nairobi's main Central Business District. It is purely offices/businesses there. There are other business districts though where there are homes too e.g Westlands, Kilimani, Upperhill. Karen is within Nairobi and it is not the only affluent area, there are others e.g Runda, Muthaiga, Lavington etc. Nairobi generally is green, even though too much construction is reducing the greenery.

[@AteraB52]

On distance from the CBD, Nairobi moved away from dependence on the CBD and thus all locale have a pretty good shopping center and malls. This means that you rarely ever have to go into the CBD unless you require govt services. A better criteria may be access to amenities.

[@imperialkingdom4821]

May i ask what u refer to as CBD ?.Thanks ..

[@AteraB52]

@@imperialkingdom4821 Central Business District which is what "we" Kenyans refer to the town center of the capital city.

[@imperialkingdom4821]

@@AteraB52 Thanks ,much appreciated ,from Nigeria.. ..Kenya is amazing ..Stay safe!!

[@banwoadeleke3637]

I can’t describe how much I hate artificial grass, there are a thousand different ways you can landscape an environment with natural floral species regardless of the available space. The Nairobi mansion can be modified to even suit my taste even better , the Lagos mansion is beautiful but rigid and artificial! Also you get to live longer in Nairobi’s natural environment!

[@dwamburu1]

Great and factual vlog about $ 1 Million house both in Lagos and Nairobi [Karen is located in Nairobi County]. The only thing that I feel was left out for obvious reason that its not a visible thing is that weather in Nairobi is cool/cold and therefore they don't need air conditioners built in their houses, instead the houses have in-built fire places. Lagos is an oven from what I am made to understand where air conditioning is a must otherwise one can easily bake due to heat and humidity.

[@jacksonmugwe3025]

Finally someone who spotted the element of weather

[@tbdan3793]

Thank you for sharing with us!✊

[@nanasarfo3817]

In terms of business, i will go for the Nigeria house because it can sell very well in future.

[@JanJan-pq4im]

Well done Steve! If I had that kind of money, I'll choose the Nairobi house hands down! No contest.

[@Tugalukeni]

A metric of about around three to five houses of the said value from both countries would have given a better insight of the matter. Nairobi won hands down. A place will never be grand or a paradise if it has no large gardens full of plants.

[@JS105]

I really enjoyed the video. One of the best you’ve so far, IMHO. It was unbiased and well presented. You never attempted to sway the viewers one way or the other. Keep you the good job👍🏽

[@StevenNdukwu]

Thank you

[@cadyg2531]

I'm biased, because my background is Kenyan, I picked without seeing the property. Lol! Now after seeing both, I'm sticking with Kenyan property lol

[@asapa1321]

Even without the pin out you made, I barely looked and picked the Narobi’s It’s just everything for me. If we could have such in Nigeria, it’ll make a lot of sense, even it isn’t in a metro like environment but with a good security and access roads. Nature is everything to me.(that green 😇)

[@NaMi-ob7qp]

This can't work in lagos, a place where they build in every available space they even dredge the waters to create space.

[@asapa1321]

@@NaMi-ob7qp hahaha 😅 So true though. Lagos out of the count then

[@NymaMargaret]

We have many in Nigeria, just not Lagos

[@kenkioqqo]

Awesome work Steven. I love your content. Very simple, elegant and entertaining to watch.

[@PAYDAYHEDGE]

Nairobi all the way our Nigerian architects need to learn landscaping to catch up

[@back2basic390]

Exactly the lagos one looks like an office than a home

[@mellohmelvin8598]

Pretty sure in both countries it also depends on the location of the property, some properties tend to be overpriced just because the house is built in a high end estate and it's not worth the greed. If I were to choose it'd be a combination of both. The green and external ambience of the Nairobi house is good, but the interior of the Lagos house is to die for. I don't know much about real estate and am grateful for how you broke that down, nice one 👌.

[@billskhalifa125]

Great content🖤 I think Lagos property is nice architecture......I really prefer Kenya property because i love nature and green areas

[@alikibwana9417]

Cool explanation for housing investment...good job

[@maishacarparkingshades9029]

Being a Nigerian I think Steven is so open minded and genuine in his comparisons. Kudos.

[@wallstreet497]

Both houses are awesome and i think the Lagos home worth more than the stated price . But i will go for nairobi because of privacy .

[@basebluenation]

wow this is amazing. No offense though but clearly most Lagos residents would go for the Nairobi property. Simply looking at the aerial view there's much more space and plant/green area in Nairobi. I know we need to make money off property development (in Lagos) but then general health/well-being should be as well be a priority. Spacing is something a lot of engineers in Lagos tend to sacrifice for more money. Hopefully that should change as time goes on. All in all Africa is truly beautiful. cheers

[@StevenNdukwu]

I agree with you

[@smartcookieX]

Exciting and informative episode.

[@jessemuraya4289]

Very insightful Steven, thanks!!

[@blazinghot99]

For those complaining about greenery and landscape in Lagos, remember that Lagos is a city. The home in Nairobi is located in the suburbs so suburban areas typically have more green life and will allow for proper landscaping. However, in the city, this is difficult because of industrialization. For instance, in the US, a house that you buy in Manhattan New York which is a very industrialized and fast paced city will not have any green life or landscape compared to a house purchased in the suburbs of Miami Florida, which is very tropical and laid back. Think about it.

[@adeola6055]

Houses in the city of New York have greenery around them, along the streets, and back gardens, it may be build up and not as green as the suburbs, but there are trees to be seen. It seems that vegetation is not an important factor for an architect who designs properties in Lagos. Trees and other greening are not only aesthetically pleasing to the eyes, they fight pollution and produce oxygen for all living things that surround them. New York as a GIANT park in the middle of, it wouldn't have been my first choice, for example, to try and win this argument. Not all comments are negative. Change your perspective, this could add value to the properties.

[@jyde50]

@@adeola6055 i live in usa and so why is high rise the new luxury everywhere in the world, high rise have basically zero green, african are still trying to return back to the jungle with their obsession with green and grass

[@blazinghot99]

@@adeola6055 We are not talking about greenery "around them". We are talking about on site. Most homes built in Manhattan are brownstones and they have very little greenery if any as landscape. In fact, if they posses a backyard, the backyard is usually concrete not grass. You just proved my point, suburban areas have more greenery and landscape, which was the basis of my whole statement. While trees can beautify, they can also be problematic in industrialized cities, especially during inclement weather. Hurricane, tornadoes, strong wind, thunderstorms and heavy rain have been known to take down trees which cause thousands to millions of dollars in damage to properties and structures. As a woman who was born and raised in New York, I am well aware the NY has a park, but what does that have to do with one's individual home and it's design? I don't see a connection. One could argue that Lagos is an island and has beaches, but again what does that have to do with one's individual home and it's design? 🤔🤷‍♀️

[@dveeoo7]

@@blazinghot99 I get your point. But these real estates in Lagos, especially lekki and environs can be suburbs, they’re not really in the city centers. They typical African or should I say Nigerian do not prioritize greenery. These houses in these estates in lekki and vi are suburbs practically. They are not high rise buildings or apartments, they are houses. Eko Atlantic is a very perfect example of city center. If we are taking about lack of greenery outdoor spaces? Eko Atlantic would be a perfect example. If these places are not the suburbs in Lagos, then were are the suburbs?

[@dveeoo7]

@@jyde50 these estates all around lekki, vi and ikoyi are the suburbs of Lagos. If you love greenery and outdoors space and living, they should be were you can enjoy those. If you want to enjoy sky high city life with bright lights and traffic noises, downtown or city centers is where you’ll get those. It’s all about preference. I can already tell you don’t care about greenery or outdoor spaces, so city centers or downtown is where you belong. Suburbs are for people who enjoy the quite calm and nature. High rise is luxury but so is suburban lifestyle. Like I said, it’s all about preference. That’s why wealthy people have a taste of both. Homes in the cities and also in the suburbs. It’s all about preferences. And I’m not gonna spend a million dollars on a house with neighbors having a filled day just watching how I live. Zero privacy. That’s a NO NO for me.

[@PaulaPaula-qk8ih]

I must say that I love the Lagos modern house deigns though space isn't spacious. In Nairobi Kenya the greenery and space is worthwhile but so expensive if i compare to Lagos or other parts of Nigerian. I wouldn't mind buying a house and living in Lagos or Abuja for a change of environment.

[@starsstripes990]

Wow you did good on this topic

[@kanitha1982]

So interesting to watch! Thank you for this episode!

[@StevenNdukwu]

Thanks for watching

[@spettaway1]

Between the two properties I would choose the one in Nairobi. I like the features of the home, the pool, and and pool house being out back, and I like the style of the house better. The space is ideal and the privacy factor is very important.

[@jyde50]

lagos home is twice the size of that tiny house in nairobi

[@spettaway1]

But the Nairobi home has more privacy and the features are better suited to my taste.

[@jyde50]

@@spettaway1 LOL, it does not have more features but yes it has more privacy.

[@Tata-bd9nx]

@@jyde50 You seem so pressed that most people dont want that shiny cheap looking tiled,blue cabinet kitchen, fake grass,small swimming pool, squeezed,no privacy house in Lagos😂🤦‍♀️

[@thabisankomo7597]

When it comes real estate in Africa ,Namibia,South Africa are way ahead and Kenya is catching up 👏🏽👏🏽

[@itgamingke]

Yeah we are trying here in Kenya.

[@thabisankomo7597]

That’s the spirit ,Kenya is doing well 👏🏽

[@jyde50]

@@thabisankomo7597 SA real estate is overhyped. SA is one of the most overhyped countries i know

[@StevenNdukwu]

Ya, that’s true to some level

[@StevenNdukwu]

I will be in SA to find out for my self 😀

[@j3rryrawly]

It is the wrist band for me...I ha to subscribe real quick

[@StevenNdukwu]

Welcome to the family

[@TulinaNakashona]

Nairobi for sure. Great video!

[@StevenNdukwu]

Thank you

[@smilegreen829]

Kenya and SA share swag😎

[@justicejoycetv]

As a Foreigner to both *and a visitor to both* the real take away is (1) infrastructure for the city/country (2) economies. *Yep, even when don't need the local money it genuinely matters how the local economy is treating the locals/native person* because it leads to (3) safety concerns. (4) Economic future/prospects.

[@brendaanang-tagoe8726]

It's always lovely to watch your videos! Keep it up!

[@StevenNdukwu]

Thank you

[@Babalola683]

Absolutely amazing nice video as always

[@kunleajibade9602]

You forgot to factor the cost of the land.... they play a huge factor in the price of a property..

[@MTN99999]

Both properties are exquisite however I like the one in Kenya more due to the #1 more Privacy #2 the space is more spread out #3 it seems just more Zen the atmosphere... just a suggestion is to perhaps also tell us the approximate cost of ownership such as Property taxes, security fees, property insurance, electricity and water the cost to buy a Million dollar home vs cost of monthly expenses maybe the breaking point 👍😉

[@StevenNdukwu]

Would consider doing that on the next video

[@MTN99999]

@@StevenNdukwu Thank you Steven keep up the great work that would be greatly appreciated for those of us in the Diaspora who plans on returning or investing in the motherland!

[@cyruslubembe3444]

Nice video brother. I am from Kenya. I am a Pan-Africanist. I always appreciate stories done on Africa by Africans highlighting the positive sides in Africa.

[@doreenonekalit9888]

This nextlevel information. #Factual information👌🏾

[@soinda87]

I’ll go for Nairobi. Fresh herbs ,vegetables and a flower garden not forgetting a few fruit trees. Food sustainability is key to me over everything. My opinion.

[@mwangigitau286]

Southern Africa and East Africa Kenya to be particular seems way ahead when it comes to real estate as compared to West Africa if we were to be honest

[@StevenNdukwu]

Ya, that’s fact

[@jyde50]

@@StevenNdukwu NO steve, you mean "your facts". People have different taste.

[@carolbazunu2274]

i am from west Africa and I agree..

[@jyde50]

@@carolbazunu2274 you are not from nigeria, nigeria is very different.

[@joelolabode7968]

I don't think they're ahead of West Africa if you ask me. Let's not forget Lagos Realestate does not represent the whole Nigeria talk more of West Africa. If we wanna compare take a million dollar property in Enugu or Kano and compare with anywhere in the world and see rela.vakue for money with extra greenery everywhere

[@vascogama7560]

The quality of your video is so perfect... Steven, Well done

[@StevenNdukwu]

Thank you

[@MrSicking7]

Once again u have done justice to this post, keep up the great presentations 👏🏾 👍🏾

[@StevenNdukwu]

Thanks for watching

[@kyuragracewakkias144]

I am Nigerian but 💯 Love the Nairobi house. Will pick it anyday, anytime over the Lagos home. The appeal for me is it looks more earthy, natural, spacious and warm.

[@StevenNdukwu]

👍

[@JayyAAAA]

Great job @steven Love your objectivity I would have loved to see more in depth comparison on the functionality test similar to the one you did between the Accra and Lagos properties The room spaces The kitchen The bedrooms And back yards But all in all 💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯💯

[@StevenNdukwu]

Thanks for watching

[@kimchang5654]

Steven you're doing a great job. I love how fluent your English is and your contents. Keep it up

[@StevenNdukwu]

Thank you

[@meowmeow1733]

Nice....Pivot door at 09:02.....love it.

[@mallam_ifykings]

I'll go for the Nairobi property without batting an eyelid, if I am shopping for a home. The architecture of the Lagos property for me tilts more towards a cheap library than a home. If you are looking at buying a cheap library, I'll recommend the Lagos property. Bottom line, at $1 million, I honestly believe that the Lagos property is overpriced. The Nairobi property nailed every single item on the checklist; it's worth the $1 million.

[@StevenNdukwu]

Your opinion, you will be shocked how quickly that house was sold

[@mallam_ifykings]

​@@StevenNdukwuTrue! Different strokes they say.

[@mikeisibor4762]

The Kenya property is cool and clean with space. The pool is awesome.

[@555125kevin]

When it comes to interior design in Africa South Africa & Lagos are at the top, but Kenya has no property tax so it makes sense to buy a home in Kenya.

[@Natural-Cute]

Lagos property was overpriced, you know our people too dey do things over

[@KJ-dn5ne]

I love the home in Kenya.

[@edwinsiala8028]

Good job Steve. Love your channel and I have subscribed.

[@StevenNdukwu]

Welcome to the family

[@omotolaniogunremi594]

The Nairobi property is just wow! 💯❤️❤️❤️

[@poshiaspency6891]

Many things to look out for that you havent yet included in your list,for example power.I cant lie,There are less to 0 power outage in Nairobi compared to lagos.

[@StevenNdukwu]

🤔

[@jyde50]

nairobi has blackouts stop lying

[@kibetkeiyo]

@@jyde50 are you from Nairobi ?

[@jyde50]

@@kibetkeiyo are you from youtube?

[@kibetkeiyo]

@@damarisambia1154 he’s Nigerian

[@itgamingke]

Tuned in from Kenya 🇰🇪🇳🇬

[@StevenNdukwu]

Karibu

[@dibuamichael3070]

In my view case, security 🔐 wise I loved the aspect of the Nigeria based property 🏠, I spotted security cameras 📷 on it which I couldn't get to see in the Nairobi, Kenya 🇰🇪 property. Both look good 🌟

[@alexoxenthree4617]

Great video!

[@ddduro]

Actually people that haven't been to Nairobi don't know how massive and expansive the city is. It doesn't just have one CBD but three... Karen being a Suburb has two of the biggest malls in Nairobi and a modern state hospital, schools and all those amenities. You wouldn't even need to go to The CBD in town and even if you did, Ngong Road Highway would only cost you about 20 minutes to The CBD. I really love the Nigeria house tho the Value here for that house is way lower by over ¼M bucks. If I'm chucking a Milli I really don't even wanna know I have neighbors abeg 😂😂😂

[@pascalineniba2959]

Nice video, interesting content. Tbh, the Nigerian building is more beautiful to me, it’s modern, bright, spacious and airy. Africa is the future, let’s invest!

[@sidneysidoo]

Was really waiting for a video like this. We really need more of the comparison videos 👌👌

[@StevenNdukwu]

Noted

[@StevenNdukwu]

Noted

[@gregovie6552]

I think younger people will prefer the Lagos property but for a mature family man Nairobi home will win any day. That is a complete home where kids could play hide and seek game and the adult can go under a tree with his book and relax.

[@trendinggossip8692]

In summary, an African would choose the house in Nigeria because it's big and flashy and that's what Africans equate to wealth, a white person would choose the Kenyan house because it's modern and even if not big, it has a big compound that is full of nature and life. Everyone has their priority

[@kojomawuli5799]

Am African I will still choose Nairobi

[@StevenNdukwu]

Yeah

[@aao449]

I personally liked the Kenya property. I’m not really concerned about “what would a white person choose”…Lol!

[@diddispardo1165]

that's being stereotypical 🙄...am an African too but I will choose the house in Nairobi

[@Babalola683]

This is epic and beautiful love the finishes

[@patriciaosas7649]

O.pat

[@patriciaosas7649]

🌴😍😑🇳🇬👾💏😃🌉🌻💶

[@Kikongolessons]

I love space, greenery, and serenity 😍👍

[@NymaMargaret]

Nairobi House takes the win but I will however buy the Lagos House for appreciation value 😉 have lots of land in my town to build my retirement home.

[@StevenNdukwu]

Ya, I thought about it from this angle

[@esem135]

Houses/homes in Nairobi appreciate too though.

[@elijah5682]

It’s almost like comparing a home in LA to a home in NY. Different markets, different styles, different density of people. It’s like Nigerians don’t understand this simple concept. Lagos isn’t the only state in Nigeria, and it’s the most populous state on the entire continent. Go to Abuja if you want large landscaping space

[@hawudeensuleman9275]

Simply my point most of these people who condemn Lagos property Really Don't Understand How big and popular Lagos is

[@joelolabode7968]

The same thing I think. Lagos is small and populated if not over populated. We can't expect the same green area in such space

[@benedictkanu6062]

Very good points,this is what I have observed, property developers mostly concentrate on lagos, whilst the market in other states is wide.

[@Tata-bd9nx]

@@joelolabode7968 But its not only about large landscaping but maintaining greenery and trees within the city too. Greenery and trees has mostly been maintained in Estates close to the CBD in Nairobi. kzbin.info/www/bejne/jWSxepqNg81kjNU

[@emilymumo389]

Nairobi is the most populated city in Kenya,very minimal space as well

[@irenendunge405]

Did I see you wearing the iconic Kenyan wristband..congratulations on your channel...

[@menaseven9093]

Nice comparaison of Lagos and Nairobi mansions. I agree I think the Nairobi mansion has a better design and more greenery.