Simple & free

How AwayHome Works

No booking fees. No commissions. No middlemen. Just a direct connection between you and the property owner — in six easy steps.

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2,750+Active Listings
37States Covered
850+Verified Agents
₦0Platform Fees

For renters & buyers

Find Your Perfect Place

From search to move-in, here's exactly how AwayHome works for anyone looking for a property.

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01

Search & Filter

Enter a city, area, or property name in the search bar. Narrow results by property type — hotel, apartment, shortlet, or for sale — and filter by price range, number of bedrooms, or state.

Pro tips
Use short location names like 'Lekki' or 'Maitama'
Switch type filter to narrow results instantly
Price filters work for both nightly and yearly rates
02

Browse Listings

Explore verified cards showing the property photo, price, bedroom count, location, and type badge. Featured listings are hand-picked by our team for quality and accuracy.

Pro tips
Tap the image to see the full photo gallery
Save favourites by creating a free account
03

View Full Details

Open any listing to see the complete property profile high resolution photos, full amenity list, exact address, owner description, and all available contact options.

Pro tips
Scroll down for the full amenities checklist
Check the 'Rooms' section for hotel specific details
Map view shows the exact neighbourhood location
04

Contact Directly

Reach the owner or agent straight from the listing page. Call, WhatsApp, or visit their website — no middlemen, no booking fees, no commission cuts. Your conversation stays private.

Pro tips
WhatsApp is usually the fastest response method
Call button dials directly, no copy pasting needed
Some listings have a 'Visit Site' button for direct booking
05

Arrange a Viewing

Negotiate terms, schedule a physical inspection, and agree on price directly with the owner. We encourage all users to view a property in person before making any payment.

Pro tips
Always inspect in person before any payment
Bring a trusted person along for safety
Ask for all agreements in writing
06

Move In / Check In

Once everything is confirmed and agreed, complete your move-in or check-in on your own terms. AwayHome's job is done — you've found your place with zero platform fees.

Pro tips
Document the property condition at check-in
Keep copies of all receipts and agreements
Rate your experience to help the community

For property owners & agents

List Your Property in 4 Steps

Getting your property in front of thousands of ready buyers and renters is fast, simple, and completely free.

01
Create a Free Account

Sign up with your name, email, and phone number. No subscription, no upfront cost — listing on AwayHome is completely free.

02
Submit Your Listing

Fill in the property details — type, location, price, bedrooms, amenities — and upload up to 20 high-quality photos. Add your WhatsApp number and website if you have one.

03
We Review & Verify

Our team reviews every listing within 48 hours. We may contact you to confirm property details. Verified listings receive a badge and rank higher in search results.

04
Go Live & Get Enquiries

Your listing goes live and starts appearing in search results. Interested users call or WhatsApp you directly — you manage all conversations and deals on your own terms.

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Why choose us

The AwayHome Difference

We built AwayHome because finding a home in Nigeria should be simple, transparent, and free of unnecessary middlemen.

Zero Fees, Always

Browsing is free. Contacting owners is free. Listing your property is free. AwayHome earns nothing from your transaction — that's our promise.

Direct Contact

Every listing shows the owner's or agent's phone number. One tap and you're speaking directly to the decision-maker — no holding queues, no automated replies.

Verified Listings

Our team reviews and calls back every listing before publishing. Verified properties receive a gold badge and appear higher in search results.

Nigeria-Wide Coverage

From Victoria Island to Maitama, Port Harcourt to Kano — we cover 37 states and growing, with thousands of listings across every property type.

All Property Types

Hotels, serviced apartments, shortlets, properties for rent, and properties for sale — all in one place, filterable in seconds.

Safe & Transparent

We publish clear guidance on how to stay safe — view before you pay, get agreements in writing, and never send money without meeting the owner.

Got questions?

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about using AwayHome as a renter, buyer, or property owner.

QIs AwayHome completely free to use?

Yes browsing, searching, and contacting property owners is 100% free for users. Listing a property is also free for owners and agents. We charge no commission or booking fees.

QDoes AwayHome process payments or handle bookings?

No. We are a listing directory. All payments, bookings, and agreements happen directly between you and the property owner. We are not involved in any financial transaction.

QHow do I know a listing is legitimate?

Our team has contacted and confirmed these listings. For all listings, we recommend viewing the property in person and never paying without a signed agreement.

QCan I list my property for free?

Absolutely. Create a free account, submit your property details and photos, and our team will review and publish it within 48 hours. No credit card required.

QWhich states does AwayHome cover?

We currently cover the entire country.

QHow do I update or remove my listing?

Log into your owner dashboard, navigate to your listings, and edit or delete at any time. Changes go live within a few hours. Contact support if you need help.

Still have questions? We're happy to help.

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Find or List Your Property Today

Join thousands of Nigerians who use AwayHome to find hotels, apartments, shortlets, and properties for sale — all with zero platform fees.