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Listings, new developments and property professionals across Togo, Benin, Côte d'Ivoire, Senegal and Ghana.

Multi-storey residential blocks with beige facades, balconies and air conditioners, greenery at street level, a street in the distance.
Location

9 October 2026

8 min

Renting an apartment in Kara, Togo: where to look, what to check, what Togolese law says

In Kara, Togo, the legal three-month cap on deposits does not apply yet: it covers Greater Lomé first. Here is how to search, what to negotiate and what to check before paying.

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New white single-storey house with a terrace and large glass doors; a man in a hard hat holds a 'for sale' sign.
immobilier

4 October 2026

6 min

Real estate prices in Kara, Togo: what drives land and housing costs

In Kara, the price of land or housing depends on the land title, road access, infrastructure, and demographic pressure. There is no official price list.

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Close-up of two hands signing a printed document on a wooden table, with a pen.
Location

4 October 2026

7 min

Renting an Apartment in Abidjan: Rules, Deposit and Notice in Côte d'Ivoire

In Côte d'Ivoire, renting an apartment in Abidjan is governed by the Code of Construction and Housing. Written lease, capped advance and deposit, three-month notice: the rules to know before signing.

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Aerial view of Abidjan's Plateau district with highway interchange and Ébrié Lagoon
immobilier

3 October 2026

9 min

Renting an office in Abidjan: asking rents and professional lease rules in Côte d'Ivoire

In Côte d'Ivoire, office rent and lease term are freely agreed, but OHADA law protects tenants who operate from the premises. Here are dated asking rents in Abidjan and the lease points to check before signing.

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Modern apartment balconies with glass railings and potted plants.
Immobilier

3 October 2026

6 min

Apartment for sale in Abidjan : title deed, co-ownership and transfer taxes in Côte d'Ivoire

Purchasing an apartment in Abidjan requires verifying the title deed or ACD, co-ownership rules and transfer fees set by the Ivorian tax authority.

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One hand handing over keys with a house-shaped keychain to another hand.
Immobilier

2 October 2026

6 min

How to Buy a House in Dakar, Senegal: Title, Notary and Fees

Buying a house in Dakar requires checking the land title, signing an authentic deed before a notary and publishing the transfer in the land register. This guide covers the steps, required documents and costs under Senegalese law.

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Village with mud-brick huts and thatched roofs at dusk, electrical poles visible.
Guide

2 October 2026

8 min

Buy Land in Kara, Togo: Legal Steps, Title Checks and Local Market

Buying land in Kara requires the same legal safeguards as elsewhere in Togo. The Togolese Land Code makes a land title mandatory for any sale. This article covers the transfer procedure, official fees and on-site checks.

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Apartment building facade with balconies and blue-trimmed windows
Conseils

25 July 2026

8 min

Co-ownership and apartment charges in Togo: what the land code says

Buying an apartment in Togo often means entering a co-ownership. The Land Code defines common areas, the manager's role and how charges are shared.

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Colonial building with veranda and wooden sculptures on red ground, West African architecture
Conseils

24 July 2026

7 min

Negotiating property prices in Togo: the method

The asking price in Togo is rarely final. Here is how to prepare your negotiation, argue with market data and secure your purchase without overpaying, in Lomé and beyond.

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From reading to searching

The advice above is worth most when applied to a specific property. 122 listings are online, viewable without an account.