What Is Living in Airport Residential Like?
Airport Residential sits next to Accra International Airport, with 24-hour security in most buildings and a drive of about 15 minutes to the city centre, per Ownkey’s area guide. Hospitals, schools, and dining sit within 5 to 20 minutes. Premium apartment towers and serviced residences dominate the area.
How Close Is Everything?
| Place | Travel time |
|---|---|
| Accra International Airport | 5-minute walk or 2-minute drive |
| Accra city centre, via the N1 | About 15 minutes |
| East Legon and Spintex | About 20 minutes |
| Nyaho Medical Centre | 5-minute drive |
| 37 Military Hospital | 10-minute drive |
| Morning Star School | 10-minute drive |
| Ghana International School | 15-minute drive |
Ownkey puts Accra Mall at a 20-minute drive. Imaani Homes quotes 5 minutes for Accra Mall and Marina Mall from Regalia. Times depend on traffic and your starting point.
Who Lives in Airport Residential?
Business travellers, airline crew, embassy staff, and professionals on corporate leases fill the area, per Ownkey. Embassies, NGOs, and multinationals keep long-let occupancy at 85% to 95%, per Imaani Homes’ analysis.
What Does Daily Life Include?
- Dining and shopping: Coco Lounge, Maxmart Supermarket, and the Aviation Social Centre.
- Transport: Uber and Bolt run around the clock.
- Building standards: Many properties include backup power, backup water, and fibre internet, per Ownkey.
What Do Homes Cost?
| Unit | Sale price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Studio or one-bedroom | $200,000 to $500,000 |
| Two-bedroom | $350,000 to $900,000 |
| Three-bedroom | $500,000 to $1.5M+ |
Prices come from Ownkey’s May 2026 guide. Two-bedroom long lets rent for $1,800 to $2,500 per month. For net returns, read the net yield guide for Airport Residential.
Where Does Regalia Residence Fit?
Regalia Residence is an off-plan development by Imaani Homes in Airport Residential Area, 3 minutes from the airport. Regalia includes full backup power, a rooftop pool, a gym, and a 24-hour concierge. Studios start from $107,000 including VAT, with payment plans for buyers who earn abroad.
Request the Regalia price list or message the sales team on WhatsApp at +233 595 959595.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Airport Residential from the city centre?
About 15 minutes by car via the N1 motorway, per Ownkey. Traffic changes the time.
Is Airport Residential safe?
Ownkey reports high security because of the airport and nearby embassies. Most apartment buildings have 24-hour security, CCTV, and controlled access.
Which schools are near Airport Residential?
Morning Star School sits 10 minutes away and Ghana International School 15 minutes away by car, per Ownkey.
Do Airport Residential apartments have backup power?
Many do, per Ownkey. Regalia lists full backup power. Ask any developer for the generator specification in writing.
Sources
Data as of 24 October 2026.
