The Palms Mall, Lagos — Stores, Map & Hours

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National ChainsDepartment Store AnchorsFamily EntertainmentCinema & LeisureHypermarket Traffic

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Ultra-Luxury PositioningSmall Format RetailBudget Brands

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The Palms Mall, located at 1 Bisway Street in Maroko, Lekki, Lagos, Nigeria, opened in 2006 as one of the countrys first modern shopping centers.

Spanning 21,000 square meters of gross leasable area on a 45,000 square meter plot, it features 1,000 parking spaces and serves as a key retail and entertainment hub in the affluent Lekki area. Owned by Persianas Group, the mall hosts around 70 tenants, including anchor stores like Shoprite (rebranded under Ketron Investment after 2021 divestment), a cinema operated by Hub Media, and various fashion, lifestyle, and dining outlets.

Tenant mix emphasizes international and South African brands, though recent exits of major players like Game (over 5,000 sqm in 2022) and Smartmark (luxury brands including Nike and Tommy Hilfiger, 600-650 sqm) have impacted diversity.

Market position remains strong in Nigerias $13.2 billion retail sector, which grew significantly in 2024 despite inflation, with Lekki benefiting from urban expansion and a 15km radius catchment lacking major competitors until Novare Lekki Malls 2016 opening. Footfall benefits from proximity to high-income residential areas like Lekki Phase 1 and Oniru, though chronic traffic congestion affects accessibility.

Occupancy hovers around 75-85% based on historical data, with challenges from economic pressures including high operational costs and foreign exchange issues.

Rent levels in prime Lagos malls average $40-60 per sqm per month, down from pre-2020 peaks due to 16-43% declines amid market saturation.

Leasing advantages include established brand recognition, diverse entertainment options drawing families and young professionals, and potential for recovery with ongoing infrastructure like the adjacent Lagos Arena (under construction since 2024). Drawbacks encompass aging infrastructure from 2006 build, competition from newer centers, and risks from anchor tenant instability, which could reduce footfall by 10-20% per reports.

Overall, it suits retailers targeting upscale demographics but requires negotiation on terms to mitigate economic volatility.

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Hours of Operation

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Monday	09:00 AM — 08:00 PM
Tuesday	09:00 AM — 08:00 PM
Wednesday	09:00 AM — 08:00 PM
Thursday	09:00 AM — 08:00 PM
Friday	09:00 AM — 08:00 PM
Saturday	09:00 AM — 08:00 PM
Sunday	09:00 AM — 08:00 PM

Holiday Hours

Hours may vary on public holidays. Check with individual stores for specific holiday schedules.

1 Bisway St, Lagos, Nigeria

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Demographics and Catchment

The Palms Mall draws from a affluent demographic in Lekki and surrounding areas, including Victoria Island and Oniru, with a population of upper-middle to high-income residents, young urban professionals, and families. Catchment radius of 10-15 km encompasses over 500,000 people with average household incomes exceeding $5,000 annually, per 2024 market reports. This supports premium retail categories like fashion and dining, but saturation in luxury segments and economic pressures from 30%+ inflation in 2024-2025 may constrain spending power, leading to preference for value-oriented tenants. Footfall averages 200,000-300,000 monthly visitors, driven by weekend entertainment, though daily traffic varies with Lagos mobility challenges.

Competition and Market Factors

Competition includes Novare Lekki Mall (22,000 sqm, opened 2016) just 5 km away, capturing similar demographics and offering modern facilities, alongside Ikeja City Mall (22,000 sqm) 20 km inland. Lagos retail market features 50+ centers totaling 500,000 sqm GLA, with 5-7% annual growth but oversupply risks in prime areas. The Palms holds a 15-20% market share in Lekki for entertainment-led retail, bolstered by cinema and dining, yet faces threats from e-commerce rise (20% sector penetration) and informal markets. Strengths lie in established loyalty, but weaknesses include tenant exits eroding mix diversity, potentially impacting co-tenancy clauses and requiring adaptive leasing strategies.

Occupancy, Rents, and Operational Quality

Occupancy at The Palms stands at approximately 80% as of late 2024, down from 95% pre-2022 due to anchor departures like Game and Shoprite resizing, per Estate Intel data. Rent levels range $35-55 per sqm monthly for prime spaces, reflecting 20-30% declines since 2020 amid high vacancy risks and FX volatility. Operational quality is moderate, with well-maintained common areas but aging infrastructure (built 2006) needing upgrades for HVAC and aesthetics to compete with newer malls. Advantages include flexible lease terms (3-5 years) and incentives like rent-free periods for anchors, but risks involve high turnover costs (10-15% of rent) and market saturation pressuring renewals. Retailers should assess co-tenancy protections given recent changes.