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AbdulAzeez, A D, Etubi, U and Umar, B (2019) An assessment of multi-skilling in addressing skills shortage in Nigerian construction firms. African Journal of Built Environment Research, 3(1), 1-13.
Abubakar, M, Zailani, B M, Abdullahi, M and Dodo, M (2021) Skills and competencies for survival in the modern construction industry: students' perspective in Nigeria. African Journal of Built Environment Research, 5(1), 61-76.
Adzande, P, Gyuse, T T and Atser, J (2018) Correlates of crime in urban Makurdi, Nigeria. African Journal of Built Environment Research, 2(1), 21-40.
AlShamisi, H A, Chinyio, E, Ankrah, N, Kpamma, Z E, Mushatat, S, Oloke, D and Wilson, P (2019) Prevalence of leadership and management features amongst construction project managers in the UAE. African Journal of Built Environment Research, 3(1), 41-55.
Amaka-Otchere, A B K (2016) Energy access and rural development in Ghana: prospects for decentralised energy and appropriate technology options. African Journal of Built Environment Research, 1(1), 29-58.
Anosike, N M, Enenmoh, C R, Nkeleme, E and Mosaku, T O (2016) Comparative analysis of contributions of building and quantity surveying professions towards the development of sustainable construction industry in Nigeria. African Journal of Built Environment Research, 1(1), 1-14.
Asigri, E O, Afram, S O and Ameyaw, C (2021) Fire safety design attributes of students' housing facilities in KNUST Ghana. African Journal of Built Environment Research, 5(1), 41-58.
Bello, N A, Agava, Y H and Olanrele, O O (2021) Investment property typology analysis; evidence from Nigerian urban property returns and macroeconomic variables. African Journal of Built Environment Research, 5(1), 77-96.
Bello, N U, Jolaoso, A B and Olanrele, O O (2018) Comparative analysis of investment attributes of hotel and commercial property in South-Western Nigeria. African Journal of Built Environment Research, 2(1), 1-20.
Chiwuzie, A, Dabara, D I, Omotehinshe, O J, Prince, E M and Aiyepada, E G (2021) Changing macroeconomic indicators and the rental values of residential properties in Ede Nigeria. African Journal of Built Environment Research, 5(1), 1-18.
Chiwuzie, A, Dabara, D I, Prince, E M, Ajiboye, B O and Olawuyi, S T (2020) Housing-related attributes and the changing structure of preferences. African Journal of Built Environment Research, 4(1), 37-58.
- Type: Journal Article
- Keywords: housing structural attributes; Nigeria; questionnaire survey; residential properties; tenants
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- URL: https://doi.org/10.33796/ajober.4.1.03
- Abstract:
Housing-related attributes of residential properties form influential factors of house consumers' preferences. This study empirically assessed the housing-related attributes (and sizes of attributes) required by tenants in five residential properties categories in Ede, Nigeria, with a view to providing information on consumer preferences that could aid investment decision. The objectives of this study were to analyse the housing-related attributes (and sizes of attributes) currently available in residential properties and assess the preference hierarchy for housing-related attributes (and larger sizes of attributes) among tenants. A survey was conducted to collect the required data directly from a sample of 400 tenants in the study area using multistage and purposive sampling. A total of 278 questionnaires were returned, representing a 70% response rate. The data collected included tenants' preferences for larger sizes of living room, bedroom, and kitchen, among others relative to the current sizes of such facilities in their respective residential properties. Data collected were analysed using descriptive statistical tools (percentile, mean and relative importance index). The results revealed that larger bedroom, larger kitchen, larger storage room, fully-tiled floor and perimeter fence were the five top prioritised housing-related attributes across all residential property categories, although with varying indices. The results further showed that , overall, tenants held that perimeter fence, fully-tiled floor, all en-suite bedroom, larger bedroom, a larger kitchen, larger storage room and private backyard were very important in their hierarchy of preferences. On the other hand, larger dining was said to be slightly important. The study provided primary information regarding tenants' expectation toward housing-related attributes in the residential properties in Ede, Nigeria. The result can be a useful guide to stakeholders in the real estate development sector when designing different categories of residential property to suit the changing preferences of residential tenants.
Ekung, S, Okonkwo, C and Nwosu, E (2021) Claims culture and client-contractors' willingness to engage in future projects: a multivariate analysis. African Journal of Built Environment Research, 5(1), 19-40.
Ezeokoli, N B, Komolafe, T B and Olukolajo, M A (2019) Macroeconomic fluctuations and event centres' return dynamics in Akure commercial property market, Nigeria. African Journal of Built Environment Research, 3(1), 29-40.
Gasu, M B (2020) Residents' satisfaction with the use of green infrastructure in Osogbo, Osun State, Nigeria. African Journal of Built Environment Research, 4(1), 1-19.
Ibrahim, A G, Garba, M M, Okoli, O G, Zubairu, I K, Dahiru, D and Usman, J (2020) Properties of reactive powder concrete produced with unrefined metakaolin and gear inner wire. African Journal of Built Environment Research, 4(1), 81-95.
Ijaola, I A and Idoro, G I (2020) Modelling the relationship between task characteristics and training of site supervisors in Nigerian construction firms. African Journal of Built Environment Research, 4(1), 59-80.
Inuwa, I I (2018) Unethical professional practices in tendering of public building procurement in Bauchi Metropolis, Nigeria. African Journal of Built Environment Research, 2(1), 55-73.
Kwaghsende, F K (2020) Assessment of social networks in informal solid waste recycling activities and sustainable solid waste management, North Central Nigeria. African Journal of Built Environment Research, 4(1), 21-35.
Oladokun, T T (2016) Effects of climate change on commercial properties in Lagos State, Nigeria. African Journal of Built Environment Research, 1(1), 15-27.
Olatunji, A, Adama, U, Adoga, A, Ojetunde, I, Adewale, S and Nwuba, C C (2020) Valuing an underperforming agricultural entity in Minna, Nigeria as a specialised property. African Journal of Built Environment Research, 4(1), 97-115.
Olukolajo, M A, Ogungbenro, M T and Adewusi, A O (2018) Tenants' characteristics and rent default tendencies in Akure residential property market. African Journal of Built Environment Research, 2(1), 41-54.
Tunji-Olayeni, P F, Mosaku, T O, Fagbenle, O I and Amusan, L M (2016) Project management competencies of indigenous contractors in Nigeria. African Journal of Built Environment Research, 1(1), 49-58.
Zailani, M B, Abubakar, M and Muhammad, A (2019) Assessment of barriers to Risk Management implementation in small construction projects in Nigeria. African Journal of Built Environment Research, 3(1), 15-28.