Allen, Ikeja, Lagos

Allen land, checked before you pay.

Allen lies in the south-east of Ikeja LGA, Lagos State, roughly 1.9 km from Ikeja in a straight line. It falls within the Wasimi/Opebi/Allen ward. From a single plot to a large parcel, we handle it here with the title verified first.

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1.9 kmTo Ikeja

4.1 kmTo Lagos airport

8Neighbourhoods within 3 km

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Where it is

Allen on the map.

Opebi shares an INEC ward with Allen, so the two are usually treated as one area. 8 named neighbourhoods lie within 3 km. Allen is one of the established prime districts in the area.

Murtala Muhammed International Airport: about 4.1 km
Lagos Port Complex, Apapa: about 19 km
Ikeja LGA centre: about 1.9 km

Allen and surroundingsApproximate

Neighbourhoods within 15 km. Ikeja’s are in black; nearby ones are labelled.

Land

Land in Allen, topic by topic.

Ownership, buying, selling, leasing, valuation and investment of land, as they apply in Allen, Ikeja.

OwnershipOwning land in AllenUnder the Land Use Act, land in Lagos is held in trust by the governor, so owners in Allen, Ikeja hold a right of occupancy rather than freehold. Titles in Allen are usually a Certificate of Occupancy or registered deed; a sale only takes effect with Governor’s Consent. For foreign buyers, ownership is usually through a company registered in Nigeria.

BuyingBuying a plot in AllenBuying land in Allen, Ikeja mostly means buying an older property for its plot. Confirm what can be built, the setbacks and the title before agreeing a price. With Lagos airport about 4.1 km away, a site walk fits into a short trip, or we walk it with you on video.

SellingSelling land in AllenLand in Allen, Ikeja typically sells to developers looking for redevelopment sites, companies and Nigerians abroad planning to build. Pricing is set against land sales in Ikeja GRA, Police Barracks and Alausa, and the papers are perfected before buyers see it.

LeasingGround leases in AllenIn Allen, Ikeja, demand for leased land comes from developers on long development leases or joint ventures; businesses near Ikeja needing car parks, fuel stations or temporary sites; and car parks and logistics users serving Lagos airport. Leases are drafted with your lawyer, tenants are vetted and ground rent is collected on schedule.

ValuationValuing land in AllenA land value in Allen, Ikeja is set from recent comparable land sales in Ikeja GRA, Police Barracks, Alausa and Olusosun, adjusted for what can be built under the current approvals; the title type; flood history and site levels; and access to main roads. Asking prices are not published here because they move; you get a written valuation.

InvestmentLand investment in AllenFor land investors, Allen, Ikeja points to redevelopment sites, where the land is worth more than the building on it, and sites for hotels and serviced buildings near Lagos airport. Each parcel is tested against demand, access and title risk before you commit.

How we help

How Ibile Engineering helps.

For Nigerians living abroad and for international investors, individuals, companies and funds.

Nigerians abroadOwn land in Allen from abroadWe walk plots in Allen, Ikeja with you on live video, check the title at the Lagos State Land Registry and hold your payment until the deed is in your name. Empty plots in Allen, Ikeja are protected with fencing, a caretaker where needed and monthly photos. Our Construction division can build on it later.

Foreign investorsLand in Allen for international investorsWith your lawyers, we set up the Nigerian holding company and secure Governor’s Consent. We register incoming capital with a Certificate of Capital Importation and benchmark Allen, Ikeja against Ikeja GRA, Police Barracks and Alausa. After purchase we watch the land, lease it if you want, and report quarterly.

Nearby

Neighbourhoods near Allen.

IkejaOpebiSame INEC ward as Allen.IkejaWasimiSame INEC ward as Allen.IkejaIkeja GRAAbout 1.4 km from Allen.IkejaPolice BarracksAbout 1.4 km from Allen.IkejaAlausaAbout 1.5 km from Allen.IkejaOlusosunAbout 1.5 km from Allen.

Before you buy

What we check in Allen.

TitleVerify the title at the registryAllen titles are checked at the Lagos State Land Registry before any payment, together with the registered survey plan.

SurveyCharting and beaconsCharting shows whether a plot in Allen falls under government acquisition or a road setback; the beacons are then found on site.

PlanningBuilding lines and approvalsLand in Allen usually comes with an older building on it. Building lines, setbacks, estate rules and demolition approvals are checked with the title.

WaterFlood and drainage riskLagos is a coastal state, so site levels, drainage and flood history are checked in person before you buy in Allen. Lagos land use charge is confirmed as paid up.

Services

Most useful in Allen.

Buying LandPlots and parcels found, checked and bought in your name.Land ValuationA written value for your land, from real evidence.Land InvestmentLand portfolios built and managed for investors.

Residential Land Commercial Land

Other neighbourhoods in Ikeja.

Adekunle Village Adeniyi Jones Agidingbi Aguda Airport Alausa Anifowoshe Ikeja Ikeja GRA Inilekere Ipodo Ogba Ojodu Oke-ira Olusosun Omole Onigbongbon Onipetesi Opebi Oregun Police Barracks Seriki Aro Wasimi

Frequently asked questions

Which LGA is Allen in?

Allen is in Ikeja LGA, Lagos State, within the Wasimi/Opebi/Allen INEC ward. It sits in the south-east of Ikeja.

How far is Allen from Ikeja?

About 1.9 km in a straight line, to the south-east of Ikeja. The road distance is usually longer.

Which neighbourhoods are near Allen?

The nearest are Opebi (same ward), Wasimi (same ward), Ikeja GRA (1.4 km) and Police Barracks (1.4 km).

What is the nearest international airport to Allen?

Murtala Muhammed International Airport, about 4.1 km away. The nearest seaport is Lagos Port Complex, Apapa, about 19 km away.

How do I check land in Allen before buying?

Allen titles are checked at the Lagos State Land Registry before any payment, together with the registered survey plan. Land in Allen usually comes with an older building on it. Building lines, setbacks, estate rules and demolition approvals are checked with the title.

Talk to us about land in Allen.

Tell us what land you want to buy, sell, lease, value or protect. An adviser replies within one working day.

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