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Sabo, Yaba, Lagos

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Sabo

Flats in Sabo rent for about ₦3.5 million a year and sell for about ₦150 million. 114 properties are listed now.

Part of the Yaba area guide Prices updated 13 Oct 2026
Browse 114 listings in Sabo
Active listings 114 Available in Sabo
Median rent (flats) /yr ₦3.5M Q4 2026 figures for Yaba
Median sale (flats) ₦150M Q4 2026 figures for Yaba
Estate agents 52 Listing in Sabo

Sabo at a glance

Prices updated
13 Oct 2026

Sabo is a town located in the south-western part of Lagos, under the Lagos Mainland Local Government Area. Due to the large number of startup companies, financial institutions, and private business ventures in the area, it is known as the Silicon Valley City of Lagos and is thought to be the Lagos State's technology hub; thus, it is a place for technologists, social entrepreneurs, the government, tech companies, impact investors, and hackers in and around Lagos to co-create new solutions to Nigeria's many social problems. 

This area is mostly a commercial neighborhood. Due to its major road networks, the town became a commercial center, allowing trading activities with other towns nearby such as Mushin and Agege; it also served as a commercial entry point into the mainland and Lagos Islands such as Ikeja and Ogudu until recently within the last few years, when Apapa and Festac took over most of the import and export business activities. 

It is also a residential region, and as such, it is characterized by middle- and upper-income earners who are business owners, business executives, top IT entrepreneurs, and investors, among others. Sabo is home to schools, businesses, banks, plazas, gyms, training centers, and much more.

Sabo, Lagos
Sabo. Photo Credit: Google Photos

Table of contents

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What's inside this guide

01 Interesting Facts One of the most interesting things about Sabo is how the district got its name. Another noteworthy truth is that Sabo is a hotspot for engineers, which is why the famous Mark Zuckerberg chose it as his first stop in Nigeria. Sabo is simply known as Lagos State's technological nerve core. 02 Leisure and Shopping Sabo's shopping and recreational activities can be a fun way to explore the area; from basic requirements and essentials markets to trendy boutiques, malls, supermarkets, and plazas, with various stores and offices. Residents can also spend their free time at Sabo's Herbert Macaulay You Read Library. Sabo Model Market, Sky Mart, Mrs. Temitayo's Store, Chidi Venture, PEP Stores, Slot, Chizzy Supermarket, Trolleys Supermarket, and many others are a few of the establishments residents use for shopping. 03 Popular Estates Sabo is mostly a business district, so there aren't many homes there and most of the streets have beautiful, elegant architecture. This region has gorgeous single-family houses with facilities such as a good road network, parks, and an estate grocery. The estate in this neighborhood is Oyadiran Estate. 04 Day Life Sabo is a place that is constantly buzzing with activity. There are a variety of activities and attractions to see. People can experience traditional Nigerian dishes as well as foreign favorites, such as Italian pasta, Indian curries, and Mexican tacos. You can visit Ozone Cinemas at E Centre, 71 Bar and Kitchen, Chicken Republic, culinary outlets, Domino's Pizza, and Cold Stone Creamery. 05 Night Life After dark, Sabo becomes a vibrant place with a lot to do. There's something here to keep everyone entertained all night long, whether you're searching for music and dancing or chatting with friends. Sabo has bustling bars playing the latest Afrobeats and clubs playing hip-hop and R&B. Those wishing to extend their night out on the town should visit Banilux Bar, OGH Guest House & Bar, and Silver Cafe. 06 Schools Sabo is home to a variety of educational institutions. Reagan Memorial Baptist Girl Secondary School, Aje Comprehensive Junior School, Asiko Art School, Fareedah Nursery and Primary School, Methodist Girls' High School, Lebanese International School, CIFMAN College, and many more are among the renowned institutions. Children of all ages and backgrounds can get a high-quality education at these places, which offer a range of programs, such as IB programs and Montessori education options. 07 Real Estate What it costs to live in Sabo today 08 Questions Questions about Sabo, answered

INTERESTING FACTS

Interesting Facts

Interesting Facts in Sabo
Co-Creation Hub. Photo Credit: Technext.

It is worth knowing that the word "Sabo" is derived from the Hausa language and means "new." The name was given to the area because early Hausa migrants settled there many years ago, thus the Hausa origin of the name. The hamlet grew quickly because it was in a great place near the port city of Lagos. Even now, it is still one of the places with the most people in the Yaba Local Government Area.

Moreso, Sabo is known as a tech hub, so when Mark Zuckerberg (the co-founder and CEO of Facebook) visited Nigeria in 2016, his first stop was the Cc-HUB Sabo. He talked about how technology could be used to help solve some of Nigeria's biggest problems and open up new business opportunities. He also discussed how companies may use emerging technologies like artificial intelligence and machine learning, to drive innovation and establish successful businesses.

LEISURE AND SHOPPING

Leisure and Shopping

Leisure and Shopping in Sabo
Sabo Model Market. Photo Credit: Google Photos

Herbert Macaulay's Library Sabo is a fantastic site for bookworms to spend their leisure time on. It is one of 12 branch libraries in Lagos State that help people learn and get information for free. The library is comfortable and peaceful. It's a nice library with a reading room, a computer, and a place to use your laptop. You can also stay in the garden.

The popular Sabo Market is the perfect place for shopping for foodstuffs and groceries. The market serves residents and visitors in Sabo, as well as residents of other areas in Yaba. People from different areas also patronize this market. There are also a good number of fruit sellers in the area. The Sabo Market is also one of the best places around, offering clothing shops, electronics stores, and beauty salons/barber shops.

One can go to Dominos for a more premium shopping experience; it is one of Sabo's largest stores. It is a family-friendly entertainment, leisure, and shopping destination. It is a one-stop neighborhood store that caters to your everyday needs, such as gift items, cosmetics, groceries, and all of your home care needs. Domino's is open every day and sells fresh, high-quality food at prices that people can afford.

You can also get your guaranteed devices by visiting Slot at Sabo. SLOT Systems Limited is a well-known store that sells cheap but durable cell phones, laptops, accessories, and other types of electronics. It is centrally located in Sabo and easily accessible to its inhabitants. It's a terrific site to acquire your devices at a reasonable price.

POPULAR ESTATES

Popular Estates

Popular Estates in Sabo
Oyadiran Estate. Photo Credit: Nairaland forum, Website.

People know that Oyadiran Estate in Sabo combines the best of city life and country living. This estate has large buildings and utilities, like a strong road network, a steady power supply, and security. The estate is close to great schools, shopping areas, restaurants, and entertainment venues, many of which are within walking distance of their front doors.

DAY LIFE

Day Life

Day Life in Sabo
E Centre. Photo Credit: Hotels.ng

The E Center is the most popular spot in Sabo; it is a prominent and top location for hangouts and movie viewing in Lagos. The mall houses a mall, a cinema, retail shops, quick food restaurants, game centers, and a variety of other businesses. It's a great place for a family outing because the kids can have fun playing the arcade games while the adults relax and enjoy a quiet afternoon together.

Ozone Cinemas is a prominent movie theater located within E Center, Sabo. It is a one-stop movie theater for both Nollywood and Hollywood films. The film hall is lovely, with comfy seats. They show movies that are crystal clear. Awe-inspiring sound systems, toilets that are clean and functional, and a large waiting room. When in Sabo, Ozone Cinemas is the ideal destination to spend an enjoyable day at the movies.

71 Bar and Kitchen is a restaurant and bar that serves a variety of meals and drinks at reasonable prices. It is an excellent choice for optimum relaxation and value for money. It is in a peaceful setting and has a lovely vibe.

NIGHT LIFE

Night Life

Night Life in Sabo
Barnilux Bar. Photo Credit: Google photos

Banilux Bar is a bar in the Banilux hotel in Sabo where you may eat, relax, and drink with friends in a calm and welcoming environment. Banilux bar and cafe was started to make a place where people can relax and enjoy themselves while getting the best drinks and food at the end of a long day. They have a good range of drinks, and young people, especially football fans, go there a lot.

OGH Guest House and Bar is another exciting nightlife destination in Saba. The bar is a safe haven for relaxation that serves a variety of drinks and snacks. They also have a private lounge if you want to be more private while you're there. There are plenty of parking spaces. It is well guarded by military personnel because it is owned by military officials.

Silver Cafe is a great place to unwind at the end of the day. The bar is ideal for individuals who live in or visit Sabo and are searching for a safe place to hang out and talk with family and friends. Their services are excellent, and the establishment has a pleasant atmosphere.

SCHOOLS

Schools

Schools in Sabo
Reagan Memorial Baptist Secondary School. Photo Credit: Wikimedia Commons, Website.

Reagan Memorial Baptist Secondary School offers female pupils an educational, sheltered, and safe environment. The goal of the school is to give girls a well-rounded education that gives them a voice and prepares them for what's going on in the outside world. The school also features a number of user-friendly educational facilities.

Sabo's Aje Comprehensive Junior School is a public secondary school. The goal of the school is to provide excellent instruction by training and retraining teachers to give a balanced, high-quality education that helps students become independent. They are well-known for their success in national examinations and tournaments.

Methodist Girls' High School is a girls' secondary school in Sabo. It was founded in 1879 and is associated with the Methodist Church. It is Nigeria's second female secondary school and the third oldest secondary institution. The school gives all students a consistent and good place to learn and grow in their ability to lead themselves, with seasoned teacher-leaders who are unlearning and relearning on a regular basis to integrate academics and the digital age.

Real Estate

Real estate

Do you want to know how much it would cost to live in Sabo? Here are the median asking prices from our quarterly market report.

Short lets ₦80K per night Q4 2026 figures for Yaba Up 7% since Q3 2026 See 11 short lets
Flats for rent ₦3.5M /yr Q4 2026 figures for Yaba No change since Q3 2026 See 23 flats for rent
Houses for rent ₦15M /yr Q4 2026 figures for Yaba See 7 houses for rent
Flats for sale ₦150M Q4 2026 figures for Yaba No change since Q3 2026 See 9 flats for sale
Houses for sale ₦270M Q4 2026 figures for Yaba No change since Q3 2026 See 14 houses for sale

How busy is the Yaba market?

Renting

  • 20 searches for every home to rent
  • Most renters search up to ₦2.9 million a year
  • Hardest to find: 1-bedroom homes

Buying

  • 4 searches for every home for sale
  • Most buyers search up to ₦126.4 million
  • Hardest to find: 1-bedroom homes

Based on searches from 18 Sep to 17 Oct 2026.

Some available property in Sabo

Residential Land Opportunity
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₦700,000,000

Residential land joint venture

Residential Land Opportunity

Just newly out - joint venture at sabo yaba Location: Sabo, Yaba, Lagos Size: 1,200 SQM Title: Registered Conveyance Value: N700 Million Sharing Ratio: 50/50 Facilitators Fee: 10% Net Topography: 100% Dry Land - No Need For Piling and Rafting Note: - Owner is alive and ready to meet any serious developer/investor - No mortgage, no encumbrance - Clean title - We can close this deal as soon as possible Sabo Yaba is one of the hottest JV zones in mainland now - close to UNILAG, Herbert Macaulay, commercial hub. Serious developers only For more information please call ️ 07089892627/ WhatsApp 08038627963

Sabo, Yaba, Lagos Added today
Neuraproperties
3 Bedroom Flat Office Space
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₦6,000,000

Office space for rent

3 Bedroom Flat Office Space

2nd floor 3 bedroom flat office space for lease **Terms 2 years lease **Rent #6m per annum **2 years first payment=#12m **Legal 10% #1.2m **Agency. 10% #1.2m **Caution against damages #500,000 Utilities fee #70,000 per month Payable Annually or Bio-annually subject to review when necessary in future by management. For *Security Water *Common area cleaning *Waste disposal *Common area lighting *Septic tank evacuation *General maintenance

Sabo, Yaba, Lagos
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1 Bedroom Apartment
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₦75,000

Flat / apartment short let

1 Bedroom Apartment

A stylish and comfortable one-bedroom apartment designed for a relaxing stay. The space features a cozy bedroom, spacious living area, modern kitchen, clean bathroom, and tasteful interiors---giving you a warm, private, and homely experience in the city.

Little Rd, Sabo, Yaba, Lagos
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FL Apartment
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₦700,000,000

Land joint venture

Land

Developer needed for joint venture at Sabo Yaba. Location: Nelson Street, Sabo Yaba. Size: 1200 sqm. Title: Registered conveyance. Value: #700 million. Sharing: 50/50. Facilitator fees: 10 percent net. Topography: 100 percent dry land. No need for piling and rafting. Note: Owner is alive and ready to meet with any serious developer/investor. No mortgage and encumbrance.

Nelson Street, Sabo, Yaba, Lagos
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2 Bedroom Flat
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₦7,000,000

Flat / apartment for rent

2 Bedroom Flat

To-let A Very Decent 2 Bedroom Flat at Sabo Yaba. Rent -7M per annum.

Sabo, Yaba, Lagos
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Questions about Sabo

How much is rent in Sabo?

Flats rent for about ₦3.5 million a year and houses for about ₦15 million a year, based on Q4 2026 figures for Yaba.

How much does a house cost in Sabo?

Houses for sale ask about ₦270 million and flats about ₦150 million, based on Q4 2026 figures for Yaba.