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Part of Flood-prone areas in Lagos: what house hunters should check before renting
Short answer
Parts of Ikorodu flood, particularly lagoon-adjacent streets and low points along the Ikorodu Road corridor where drainage is blocked or built over. Rent is among the most affordable in Lagos, so the flood and commute checks matter more here than the price comparison.
Where water collects
- Streets close to the lagoon and to natural channels.
- Low points along Ikorodu Road and its link roads.
- Streets where drains have been built over or filled with refuse.
Check before you commit
- Compound level, drainage condition and flood marks.
- Whether the street is passable during heavy rain — ask about the commute, not just the house.
- Public power hours, which differ markedly street to street here.
- Water source: borehole depth and quality vary across the area.
Affordable rent plus a two-hour commute in the rain is a real cost. Time the journey before you decide.
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