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Built on Trust, Driven
by Excellence

Built on Trust, Driven by Excellence

For over 14 years, HavenPoint has been guiding people to properties that change their lives with integrity, expertise, and an unwavering commitment to getting it right.

$2.4B

PROPERTIES SOLD

1,400+

ACTIVE LISTINGS

98%

SATISFACTION

14yrs

EXPERIENCE

2012

FOUNDED

$2.4B

PROPERTIES SOLD

1,400+

ACTIVE LISTINGS

98%

SATISFACTION

14yrs

MARKET EXPERTISE

WHO WE ARE

More Than an Agency — A
Trusted Partner

HavenPoint was founded in Lagos in 2012 with a single conviction: that buying, renting, or selling a home should feel exceptional, not exhausting. We saw an industry that prioritised volume over care, and we built something different.


Today we operate across Lagos, Abuja, London, and Dubai — with a team of 45 dedicated professionals who share one standard. Every client deserves the same level of attention, expertise, and honesty regardless of their budget.


We verify every listing. We qualify every buyer. We stand behind every transaction until the keys change hands and beyond seamlessly secured.

HavenPoint was founded in Lagos in 2012 with a single conviction: buying, renting, or selling a home should feel exceptional, not exhausting. We saw an industry prioritising volume over care, and built something entirely different.


Today we operate across Lagos, Abuja, London, and Dubai — with a team of 45 dedicated professionals who share one standard. Every client deserves the same level of attention, expertise, and honesty regardless of their budget or circumstance.


We verify every listing. We qualify every buyer. We stand behind every transaction until the keys change hands and beyond seamlessly secured, transparently delivered.

HavenPoint was founded in Lagos in 2012 with a single conviction: that buying, renting, or selling a home should feel exceptional, not exhausting. We saw an industry that prioritised volume over care, and we built something different entirely.


Today we operate across Lagos, Abuja, London, and Dubai — with a team of 45 dedicated professionals who share one standard. Every client deserves the same level of attention, expertise, and honesty regardless of their budget or circumstance.


We verify every listing. We qualify every buyer. We stand behind every transaction until the keys change hands and beyond seamlessly secured, transparently delivered.

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Annette Black

FOUNDER & CEO

20+ years in luxury real estate

OUR JOURNEY

14 Years of Milestones

2012

Founded in Lagos

Annette Black launches HavenPoint with a team of 3, focused on luxury residential sales in Ikoyi and Victoria Island.

Annette Black launches HavenPoint with a team of 3, focused on luxury residential sales in Ikoyi and Victoria Island, setting a new standard.

2014

Expanded to Abuja

Opened our second office in Abuja, serving the growing demand for premium properties in the capital.

2016

Verified Buyer Network

Access to 10,000+ pre-qualified buyers actively searching for properties just like yours.

Access to 10,000+ pre-qualified buyers actively searching for properties just like yours, ready to move in.

2019

$500M in Sales

Crossed half a billion dollars in total property sales — a landmark for independent Nigerian agencies.

Crossed half a billion dollars in total property sales — a landmark for independent Nigerian agencies and sustained trust.

2021

London Office Opens

Launched our London presence to serve diaspora clients and international buyers investing in Nigeria confidently.

2023

Dubai Partnership

Established a strategic partnership with leading Dubai agencies to serve clients across the GCC region.

2026

$2.4B Total Sales

Now a team of 45, with 1,400+ active listings and over 10,000 clients served across four cities.

OUR VALUES

The Principles That Guide Everything We Do

Integrity

We tell the truth about every property, every price, and every process, even when it's not what clients want to hear.

Expertise

Deep market knowledge built over 14 years. Every agent undergoes rigorous training and continuous education for service.

Deep market knowledge built over 14 years. Every agent undergoes rigorous training and continuous education.

Expertise

Deep market knowledge built over 14 years. Every agent undergoes rigorous training and continuous education.

Client First

Every decision we make is measured against one question — is this truly in the best interest of our client and investment?

Client First

Every decision we make is measured against one question — is this truly in the best interest of our client?

Excellence

Good enough is never enough. We hold ourselves to the highest standard in every interaction, listing, and transaction.

Excellence

Good enough is never enough. We hold ourselves to the highest standard in every listing, and transaction.

MEET THE TEAM

The People Behind Your Dream Home

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Annette Black

FOUNDER & CEO

20+ years in luxury real estate

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Darrell Steward

LEAD AGENT

15+ years guiding buyers & sellers

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Darrell Steward

LEAD AGENT

15+ years guiding buyers & sellers

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Jenny Wilson

MARKETING DIRECTOR

10+ years in property marketing

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Jenny Wilson

MARKETING DIRECTOR

10+ years in property marketing

OUR CULTURE

A Team That Cares
As Much As You Do

A Team That Cares As Much As You Do

We believe the culture inside a company shapes the experience outside it. At HavenPoint, we invest in our people — because a motivated, well-trained team delivers exceptional results for clients.

Continuous Training

Every agent undergoes quarterly market training, legal updates, and client experience workshops.

Diverse & Inclusive

Our team spans 6 nationalities, bringing local expertise and international perspective to every client interaction.

Performance Driven

We celebrate results — not activity. Our agents are rewarded for genuine client satisfaction and strong outcomes.

Community Focused

HavenPoint gives back — through affordable housing advocacy, youth mentorship, and local investment initiatives that create lasting impact.

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45+

TEAM MEMBERS

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45+

TEAM MEMBERS

RECOGNITION

Awards & Accreditations

2024

Best Luxury Real Estate Agency Award

Best Luxury Real Estate Agency

Nigeria Property Awards

Nigeria Property Excellence Awards

2023

Top Independent Agency of the Year

African Property Awards

West African Property Awards

2023

Independent Agency of the Year

West African Property Awards

2022

Excellence in Client Experience Award

African Business Awards

African Business Awards

2022

Excellence in Client Experience

African Business Excellence Awards

2021

Most Innovative Property Platform Award

Most Innovative Property Platform

Lagos Chamber Awards

Lagos Chamber Commerce Summit

2021

Most Innovative Property Platform

Lagos Chamber Commerce Summit

Ready to work with a team
that puts
you first?

Ready to work with a team that puts you first?

Whether you're buying, renting, or selling — we're here to make it exceptional.

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