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Housing in Accra

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Marie (81.199.168.4) -

Hi, I am to be posted to Accra/Ghana in a few months and will be accompanied by my two daughters aged 3 and 5. As my husband will only be staying with us for a total of 5 months out of 12 (he works on rotation) I would very much prefer to live on a serviced compound, be it in a house or a flat. Though fully aware that Accra is not a crime riddled city I would nevertheless feel better, especially with regard to my daughters. In addition to that, living in a standard detatched house would bring the hassle of fiddling around with a generator, tackling possible water shortages and being personally responsible for security staff and possibly even a gardener, things that I just would not have time for. Unfortunately my company's HR department in Accra has a problem with this for various reasons which I don't want to go into here.

Could anyone who is in the know about the housing situation in Accra please let me know:

- whether expats live in the housing developments of e.g. Taysec and Villagio (and others of course if they exist); and - if that is a "yes" - what "sort" of expats live there (NGO/business/industry representatives; diplomats; high-/low-ranking; etc.).

Of course I would very much appreciate insights into living on compounds in Accra (advantages, possible disadvantages, etc.).

Many thanks in advance.

M.

P.S.: I am not a newby to Africa

Reply #1 Enyo (147.31.4.44) -

I know this is late, but I just came accross ur post not too long ago. In any case, if you are still interested in getting information, I would check out www.nawa.org OR check out

www.goldentulipaccra.com , once you get to the page, click on the tab that says "Ghana Experience" once there, you will be provided with a plethora of GREAT information about ghana --> the schools, the housing, the shopping malls, restaurants, gym facilities, children play centers, etc, etc, etc. You really can't go wrong there.

I hope this information is helpful to you! And enjoy your stay in Ghana :)

Enyo

Reply #2 Kwaku Mainoo (81.199.79.141) -

We are in the process of developing seven 4-bedroom and four 5-bedroom cluster homes around two courts with exquisite gardens, children outdoor play area, basketball/badmington court and a swimmimg pool.

If you are looking for large and functional bedrooms and living area, high ceilings, large doorways and well ventilated rooms then our homes will be a delight to you.

Located in the newly developing residential are of Nungua in the vicinty of La Beach Hotel, we are 10 minutes drive from the commercial street of Osu. Our web site will soon be posted with details of prices etc, it will be linked to www.touconsult.co.nr.

J.B. Lomo-Mainoo

(Development Planner)

Reply #3 Andrea (64.135.246.246) -

Hello. I will be moving to Accra, Ghana soon and am searching for long-term, safe, convenient, and affordable housing to rent (or possibly buy). I do not need more than one bedroom but am open to all ideas. Please let me know where to search or names of people to contact. I appreciate your help.

Reply #4 Lisa (132.200.32.34) -

@ Andrea

I too will be going to Acca, Ghana. You may want to try to enter a post at www.businessghana.com under the "Real Estate" section.

Try to find the U.S. embassy online community (blogs, etc.) because the American expats have a network.

Go to www.noworriesghana.com and see if there are any suggestions since this website is created by American women who live in Ghana.

Lastly, contact the major universities and get someone to tell you which complexes most of the exchange students are staying in.

Reply #5 Ancil (41.204.40.9) -

Units in Villaggio will only be handed over 1st May 2008. We wil be moving in there. I think the units are brilliant for the same reasons as you. Our boy is 7 and my husband the Manager for West Africa for his company. We have been in Accra since Jan 2008 and I check progress on the units on a regular basis as everyting here takes long. Hope you come right. Please let me know if I can help. ancil@live.co.za

Reply #6 John (195.229.236.245) -

Villaggio Village Apartment, Accra, Ghana

If you're looking for the ultimate security, a brand new 3-bedroom apartment with kitchen fitted with cupboards and appliances, central airconditioning system, swimming pool in a good neighbourhood, and many more...and have a monthly rental budget of Euro 4000/month, please contact me (owner, no agency fee).

John

Tel: + 971 50 646 2033

email: daddymocha@yahoo.com

Reply #7 Ursula (86.96.227.72) -

For an exquisit 3-bedroom apartment with security and conveniences in Accra, Ghana, please me @ ursulaseifert@yahoo.com

Reply #8 Ursula (86.96.227.72) -

For an exquisit 3-bedroom apartment with security and conveniences in Accra, Ghana, please contact me at: ursulaseifert@yahoo.com

Reply #9 anita gnilka (86.72.160.10) -

hello marie if are looking for a place to stay in ghana .please contact by Email at sanssozci-resort.com it belongs to a well

respect friend of mine Telephone 00 233 21 717312 and if you be

l ooking for a babysitter we got one for you . this resort is in nugua is a beach front house

thanks

best regards

Reply #10 anita gnilka (86.72.160.10) -

hello marie if are looking for a place to stay in ghana .please contact by Email at sanssozci-resort.com it belongs to a well

respect friend of mine Telephone 00 233 21 717312 or 00233 242281 069 and if you be

looking for a babysitter we got one for you . this resort is in nugua is a beach front house

thanks

best regards

Reply #11 Veronica (4) from Spain (Contact Member) -

My boyfriend is going to live in Accra for two years, and I will go next year to start our life there. I would like to know how to rent a house there, as I've read the best place to live is Airport residential area, and also I would like to know if there are European clothes shops or is better to take with us our clothes from here. We also would like to know if it's easy to form part of a social club as the golf one.

Thanks!!!

Reply #12 AfriCOAE (98.162.205.210) -

I am looking for a moderate cost furnished Home/rooms to rent starting ASAP in Nungua area. Please, rate and detail to africoae@gmail.com.

• Looking Furnished Rooms/House to rent in Nungua Area

Reply #13 rocca home lodge (41.210.22.98) -

fully furnished 2bed house for rent at tema community 11.20mnt drive from airport and 5mnt drive to harbour long stay or short stay well come and airport pick up call

NANA

+233243088413

THANK YOU

Nana

Reply #14 bari (89.138.28.24) -

Hello. I will be moving to Accra, Ghana soon and am searching for long-term, safe, convenient, and affordable housing with all services and fully fournished to rent.Please let me know where to search or names of people to contact. I appreciate your help. max bought $1500

Reply #15 Kathy (4) from Accra (Contact Member) -

I have a one-bedroom place available for rent in South La (south of Osu, near the beach). It's fully-furnished, within a secure, shared compound and is available from mid-August. If you'd like more details please get in touch.

Reply #16 sbash (80.121.104.15) -

Can you contact us on sbashua@gmail.com if this house is still available?

Reply #17 marnique (78.21.38.82) -

Is this a flat? My daughter and here friend, pilote surch

a liitle flat near Kotoka.For 3 yaers.

Reply #18 Robert Odoi-Redford (86.11.196.197) -

I'm a company director moving to Accra with Family.

I want a secure detached accomodation with 5 bedrooms to rent on long term (several years) in North Labone Area.

Can anyone give me an idea about monthly rental costs in this area?

Reply #19 Ghana Property from Greater Accra (Contact Member) -

Hi I noticed your post and wanted to inform you of a wonderful beach side house located in Kokrobite. It is a luxury home that is being sold for $450, 000 or can be rented. It has 6 big bedrooms all En Suite and has a 3 bedroom guest house. For more info contact: d.appah@yahoo.co.uk

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Reply #20 Muralidhar Thata (122.172.9.166) - 09/08/09 17:02

Hi,

I am moving to Ghana for a year and would someone recommend good flats (with Pictures). I will prefer staying within expat community where there are facilities.

Reply #21 CM (1) from London (Contact Member) - 10/06/09 06:02

Hello,

Friendly, reliable, fun student looking to rent an apartment with other students or professionals as of 1 January 2010. I will be in Ghana for six months Please contact me if you have a room to rent or are looking for a roommate.

Cat

Thursday1030 (at) gmail .com

Reply #22 Bertha (41.191.242.90) - 10/07/09 11:09

Hello Expatriates and Investors

This is ImpelVerge Properties Limited. We provide housing needs for Expatriates and Investors. The following are the standard features of properties we lease, sell and rent out to our clients:

Spacious living room, 2, 3, 4 Bedrooms, Fully Air Conditioning, Balcony, Beautiful Lighting, Boys Quarters, Cooker, Dining Area, Dishwasher, Door Bell, Electrocuted Wall, Extractor Fan, Fire Extinguisher, Fully Fitted Kitchen Cabinet, Garbage Disposal, Gas Range, Generator, Internet Accessibility, Landscaped Compound, Lightening Resistance, Microwave, Oven, PVC Double Glazed Windows, Security Post, Smoke Detectors, Solid Wood Internal Doors, Tiled Floors, Video Entry room phone, Visitor's Washroom, Washer/Dryer, Water Heater, Water Reservoir, wardrobe for every room.

We have our apartments and houses in Airport Residential Area, Cantonment, Labone and high secured expat community in Accra and Kumasi.

ImpelVerge Properties specializes in expats accommodation and do not only provide you with the right and suitable accommodation but also gives you a holistic home management package in regards to:

Occasional Hygienic & Environmental Makeover (daily, monthly, quarterly, annually, on request) * Disinfecting * Gardening * Thorough Cleaning * Dusting * Hovering * Laundry * Physical Makeover * Painting * Electrical Works * Plumbing * Carpentry * Masonry * Horticulture and Landscaping * Interior decoration.

Please contact us on +233-266-234435 / +233-244-731795 or visit or office at:

Don Levy House, #225 North Dzorwulu Crescent, Airport Residential Area, Accra Ghana

Tel: +233 (0) 21 769491 Cell: +233 (0) 266 234435 +233 (0) 244 731795

E-mail: bettyjaks@yahoo.com

Website: impelvergeproperties.com

You can also send us your phone number so we can contact you directly

Best Regards

Bertha

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