New house search

Recently it turned out we will probably have to change house from February 2007. Because of that I started search of new house which we would be able to rent.

First of all I’m surprised how many houses “to let” are here in Accra. This not only means we will get something nice for good price, but also that we can choose from many possibilities.

What are we looking for? That was first question we had to answer. I think that 3 bedroom house on a big plot will be sufficient. Anyway being lazy person I started search for our new house in internet. First page I found was: www.businessghana.com Funny thing is I spotted address of this site on a sticker placed on a taxi’s bumper (actually I got several other useful addresses that way;) ).

After checking offers placed on this site it turned out that you can get nice house 3-bedroom house with big plot for somewhere between 300 – 400$ per month (it’s worth mentioning that in Ghana you have to pay in advance – usually for whole renting period, so whole 1, 2, 3 years or whatever long you feel you would like to rent particular house).

Houses come in different conditions. You can get just built one, with plain walls and no windows, normal – ready to move in home, or fully furniture manor;) Being curious person I checked also most expensive offers which go for lots of money!

Here are some links where you can check prices, read descriptions and watch photos (mind that 1$ = 9300 Cedi):

House 1

House 2

House 3

House 4

Hopefully this gives some picture of how things look like here:)

Here are some important things, to remember when renting house in Ghana:

1. Ask about water and electricity supply (remember well and water tank at our current place?)
2. Check condition of the road and sewers so you don’t get flooded by filth when rain will come.
3. If you are planning to get internet connection call first few providers asking for coverage in this area.

More or less that would be all – I will update you with pictures of houses we will check on our search for new house!