Okay, my fellow Nairalanders-in-property-matters, I really need very sincere comments and insightful opinions on the above subject.

I got asked this question recently by someone who says he owns his half plot of land already and intends to build a convenient and simple 2-Bedroom bungalow for his young family. The soil of the site location in the part of Lagos is quite firm and will NOT be needing Raft Foundation. He said his budget from savings and loans is about N3.5 Million Naira and he would like to finish the project within a period of 3 months at most.

Personally, as a trained professional in the building sector with some years of experience, I made it clear to him that he could actually build the house with that amount of money but he should not expect 'a miracle' that will make the finished building the very best of dream houses. My simple reason for saying this is simply because the current prices of materials and workmanship are not so budget-friendly except he gets a trusted professional who will help him supervise and also procure the building materials at best prices.

Asides my frank view on this, I would like to have comments as to the possibility of this dream of this intending home-owner. Have you or anyone you know been able to build a house with minimal budget as this or even a bit less or more? Do you think this person should wait to save a little more before he starts his building project?

Your very sincere comments are highly welcomed. Thanks.

@Ops Despite the assumptions you have made with the soil type and 'SIMPLE: building, you still need a design (at least a floor plan) to enable one determine the size of the house. But generally N3.5M will get the structure in place. This will be without painting, complete plastering, etc and some other essentials. But the roof, doors and windows shd be ready.

Very good points you have made @MrFocusGoals. I suspsect you may be a QS. Thanks for your comment. I hope we get more so we can get this more interactive.

That amount will finish the job to painting

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eghosajohnny:
That amount will finish the job to painting

Interesting view there. Can you please give us a simple breakdown?

Oh wow!...Very insightful one there @Ytechconst. Thanks for the link shared too.

Ytechconst:
To get a standard bungalow of 2 bedroom on a stable soil without isolated columns. Budget 4.5million.

Check on the thread below to follow the recent bungalow i did for myself at ikorodu between September - November 2015. Excluding fencing and shop i spent 4.5million. Though i used high quality ppr pipes for the plumbing works. The cost is also inclusive of all soak away and septic tank，bore hole， scaffolding and tank compound flooring half way. Just look through the thread and see how it comes out you will see it worths it.


https://www.nairaland.com/2658470/construction-mini-2-bedroom-bungalow

Opinions still welcome. Thanks. Happy new week to you folks!

This is a really helpful piece! Thanks.

You are welcome @Jidbel.

For 2 bdroom bungalow it will take 3.2m with steptile roofing sheet,sliding aluminium window,virony china door,tiles for ground and toilet,pop for parlour room pvc,plumbing and electrical to painting

Thanks @eghosajohnny . This is a very interesting and cost effective budget breakdown. I hope this can translate to reality though. Let us know if you are into building construction and have handled similar projects previously. I am sure there are many serious Nairalanders who will benefit from this.

eghosajohnny:
For 2 bdroom bungalow it will take 3.2m with steptile roofing sheet,sliding aluminium window,virony china door,tiles for ground and toilet,pop for parlour room pvc,plumbing and electrical to painting

Where are the expert builders and intending landlords on Nairaland?

Let's keep this discussion flowing people...

Very interested as well. However, from reading the other threads and the link above, it seems like it will be a stretch to get it it done with 3.5 million. Not saying it's not possible.

I agree with you very much @Bossman. One cannot but make use of guided tips like these from people's experiences. The rate at which the cost of building materials fluctuate today isn't one that should be joked with if one is serious about building a house anytime soon. May God help us and help us fulfill our dreams.

Bossman:
Very interested as well. However, from reading the other threads and the link above, it seems like it will be a stretch to get it it done with 3.5 million. Not saying it's not possible.

Buildertobadt:
Let's keep this discussion flowing people...

I think it's possible.

This is N1.1m in Ibadan.

About 25x50 structure.

Hmmmm.....@EgunMogaji Baba!...I hail. But as much as I am impressed by what you have been able to accomplish with just N1.1M, it still seems to me like this project in this image you shared has a long way to go oh!. Even for a relatively cheaper environment to build like Ibadan, I can make a guesstimate that at least another N2 Million will still be needed to finish up this project you shared to taste. Thanks for sharing your opinion still. Well appreciated.

EgunMogaji:


I think it's possible.

This is N1.1m in Ibadan.

About 25x50 structure.

Buildertobadt:
Hmmmm.....@EgunMogaji Baba!...I hail. But as much as I am impressed by what you have been able to accomplish with just N1.1M, it still seems to me like this project in this image you shared has a long way to go oh!. Even for a relatively cheaper environment to build like Ibadan, I can make a guesstimate that at least another N2 Million will still be needed to finish up this project you shared to taste. Thanks for sharing your opinion still. Well appreciated.

It's relative.

Roofing about N500, windows and doors N250, then plastering N? and low voltage wiring N100.

I still think it can be managed if directly supervised but my big fully complete it.

I see. Quite clear that you have done your homework as needful for anyone building. But note that none of your estimates indicate cost of labour at all. I wish you well in the execution of our project.

EgunMogaji:


It's relative.

Roofing about N500, windows and doors N250, then plastering N? and low voltage wiring N100.

I still think it can be managed if directly supervised but my big fully complete it.

Buildertobadt:
I see. Quite clear that you have done your homework as needful for anyone building. But note that none of your estimates indicate cost of labour at all. I wish you well in the execution of our project.

All my estimates actually includes cost of labor.

This is a carefully orchestrated build.

Thanks.

Oh wow!...That makes this even more interesting. I tuale you bro. More grease to your elbows.

EgunMogaji:


All my estimates actually includes cost of labor.

This is a carefully orchestrated build.

Thanks.

Buildertobadt:
Oh wow!...That makes this even more interesting. I tuale you bro. More grease to your elbows.

I owe it all to the selfless sharing in this section.

There's a treasure throve of data here to be mined and used to save tremendously.

I went direct to the quarry to buy granite and saved tremendously, as an example.

Now I think I have to contact you directly for more tips bro. That granite purchase example got me thinking at how much cost I can save....or even if I can procure that through someone I trust well. Thanks for sharing again.

EgunMogaji:


I owe it all to the selfless sharing in this section.

There's a treasure throve of data here to be mined and used to save tremendously.

I went direct to the quarry to buy granite and saved tremendously, as an example.

Buildertobadt:
Now I think I have to contact you directly for more tips bro. That granite purchase example got me thinking at how much cost I can save....or even if I can procure that through someone I trust well. Thanks for sharing again.

Some shrimpy granite seller on here will try to tell you that you can't do it but you can. I did.

You can go buy your own wood, but your own roofing tile. But it all requires you to get educated on those things.

The reward is money left in your pocket.

Good luck on your project.

Yes oh!....I have done materials procurement directly for personal projects and for friends and clients as well...and at very great rates. One can save good money through educated approach like this indeed.

EgunMogaji:


Some shrimpy granite seller on here will try to tell you that you can't do it but you can. I did.

You can go buy your own wood, but your own roofing tile. But it all requires you to get educated on those things.

The reward is money left in your pocket.

Good luck on your project.

"It takes a community of wise people to raise a good child to a great person. It takes a collection of experienced insights and advice from pros on Nairaland property to build a quality lasting house." - Buildertobadt (2016). Who agrees?

lol...very true words @buildertobadt

Buildertobadt:
"It takes a community of wise people to raise a good child to a great person. It takes a collection of experienced insights and advice from pros on Nairaland property to build a quality lasting house." - Buildertobadt (2016). Who agrees?

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