Ade Adebayo, Olawale Eniola Grace, Akingbemisola Sunday Philip
Department of Geography and Planning, Lagos State University, Ojo, Nigeria
Department of Global and Sociocultural Studies (Geography), Florida International University, USA
Email addresses:
Ade Adebayo: adeolu.adebayo@lasu.edu.ng (ORCID: 0000-0003-1491-2468) Olawale Eniola Grace: eniayo003@gmail.com (ORCID: 0009-0002-4689-8859) Akingbemisola Sunday Philip: sakin015@fiu.edu (ORCID: 0009-0003-0465-7931)
Received: 11 February 2026 | Accepted: 23 March 2026 | Published: 6th April 2026
How to cite:
Adebayo, A., Grace, O. E., & Philip, A. S. (2026). The Influence of Housing Infrastructure Quality on Resident Satisfaction in Low Income Estates: A Comparative Analysis of Private and Public Housing in Lagos State, Nigeria. International Journal of Scholarly Resources, ISSN: 1234-5678.
Abstract
Housing infrastructure quality remains a critical determinant of residential satisfaction, particularly in rapidly urbanizing African cities where housing deficits are acute. This study examines how housing infrastructure quality influences resident satisfaction in low-income estates in Lagos State, Nigeria, comparing private (Gemade Estate) and public (Abesan Estate) housing developments. Using a descriptive survey design, data were collected from 385 residents through structured questionnaires administered across both estates. Multiple regression analysis revealed a statistically significant relationship between housing infrastructure quality and resident satisfaction (R² = 0.049, F = 4.890, p = .001). Among infrastructure components examined, overall housing unit quality emerged as the strongest predictor of satisfaction (B = 0.201, p < .001), while water supply, construction quality, and plumbing systems showed positive but non-significant effects. The findings reveal that approximately 65% of residents rated their housing quality positively, though significant deficiencies persist in maintenance services, drainage systems, and road infrastructure. These results underscore the need for targeted infrastructure improvements and regular maintenance protocols in low-income housing developments. The study contributes to understanding housing satisfaction dynamics in developing urban contexts and offers practical implications for policymakers, developers, and housing managers seeking to enhance residential quality of life in resource-constrained environments.
Keywords: Housing infrastructure, Resident satisfaction, Low-income estates, Lagos State, Urban housing quality, Public housing, Private housing
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