How much to build a Mini Flat (Room & Parlor) in Lagos
A room and parlor — the entry-level Lagos rental unit. Commonly built as a block of 4-6 units for rental income. The most profitable rental investment per sqm in Lagos.
1-bed~45 sqm3-4 months₦12M–₦18M (standard)
🧱 How much will it cost to build?
Pick a house type, finish level and location — see the cost breakdown by stage.
Mini Flat (Room & Parlor) · Standard finish · Mainland
₦12.0M–₦18.0M
Mid-grade tiles, Dulux paint, stone-coated roofing options · 3-4 months build time
120
Cement (50kg bags)
1 tons
Iron rods
800
9-inch blocks
50 sqm
Roofing
Cost breakdown by stage
Foundation
22% of total
₦1.8M–₦4.0M
Block Work
20% of total
₦1.6M–₦3.6M
Roofing
12% of total
₦1.0M–₦2.2M
Finishing
35% of total
₦2.8M–₦6.3M
Electrical & Plumbing
11% of total
₦0.9M–₦2.0M
Stage-by-stage cost breakdown
Total estimate: ₦12,000,000–₦18,000,000
Foundation
22% of total
₦1.8M–₦4.0M
Block Work
20% of total
₦1.6M–₦3.6M
Roofing
12% of total
₦1.0M–₦2.2M
Finishing
35% of total
₦2.8M–₦6.3M
Electrical & Plumbing
11% of total
₦0.9M–₦2.0M
Labor rates for this build
All construction artisans you'll need for this project
| Role | Daily rate | Monthly rate |
|---|---|---|
Bricklayer/Mason Lays blocks, renders walls. The most critical artisan — bad bricklaying means uneven walls and structural issues. Experienced bricklayers charge premium. | ₦5,000–₦10,000 | ₦120,000–₦250,000 |
Carpenter Roofing framework, formwork for concrete casting, doors/window frames. A good roofing carpenter prevents leaks for decades. | ₦5,000–₦8,000 | ₦100,000–₦200,000 |
Plumber Water supply and drainage installation. First fix (before plastering) and second fix (after tiling). Poor plumbing causes the most expensive post-construction repairs. | ₦4,000–₦8,000 | ₦80,000–₦180,000 |
Electrician Wiring, conduit installation, panel board, earthing. MUST be certified — unlicensed electricians cause house fires. First fix and second fix stages. | ₦4,000–₦8,000 | ₦80,000–₦180,000 |
Tiler Floor and wall tile installation. Specialist tilers (marble, porcelain) charge N10K-N18K/day vs N5K-N8K for standard ceramic. | ₦5,000–₦12,000 | ₦100,000–₦250,000 |
Painter Interior and exterior painting. Screeding, filling, undercoat, and finishing. A 3-bedroom needs 2-3 weeks of painting work. | ₦4,000–₦7,000 | ₦80,000–₦150,000 |
POP Installer Plaster of Paris ceiling specialist. Paid per sqm (N3K-N6K/sqm installed) rather than daily rate. Cornices and decorative work cost extra. | ₦5,000–₦10,000 | — |
Welder/Iron Bender Bends and ties iron rods for reinforcement. Also fabricates gates, burglar-proof bars, and railings. | ₦4,000–₦8,000 | ₦80,000–₦160,000 |
Laborer (General) Carries materials, mixes mortar, assists artisans. A site needs 3-6 laborers depending on project size. | ₦3,000–₦5,000 | ₦60,000–₦100,000 |
Site Engineer/Foreman Supervises construction, reads drawings, manages artisans. A qualified site engineer prevents costly structural mistakes. 5-7% of project budget. | ₦15,000–₦30,000 | ₦350,000–₦600,000 |