Airport Residential Area is located to the north-east of Accra Central, and neighboured by the 37 Military Hospital Area to the south; Dzorwulu and the Accra Mall to the north; Roman Ridge to the west; and the Kotoka International Airport to the east. The Airport Residential Area district is a much sought after residential development just like East Legon, Labone and Cantonments.

INTERNATIONAL ENVIRONMENT

Airport Residential Area boasts numerous offices including those of international NGOs and a few embassies as well. And with the commercial spaces for rent here, your business could be on the list. Housing is mostly low-rise apartment blocks from the colonial era and renovated to meet modern standards. Although the newer apartments being built in this neighbourhood are mostly high-rise and managed by business entities. Some of the available properties (for example, those managed by Holi) come with wireless internet, gyms, pool, laundry and of course security. Most properties have security guards. Prices of goods in this neighbourhood tend to be a little on the high side though there's a wide variety of marts and shops within short driving distance within and near the neighbourhood providing goods and services at competitive prices.

PRIVATE AND MOSTLY SECURE

This beautiful and serene neighbourhood has numerous well maintained streets lined with trees providing nice cool breezes some residents enjoy during their early morning jogging or leisurely walks. There are quite a number of good schools (mostly private) where children of residents may attend. Local public transport service to the area is not very reliable since most residents own a car. However, trotros run along roads close to or bordering Airport Residential Area if you find yourself craving the experience. To the north is the Tema motorway which links Accra to Tema, Ghana’s main deep water port. Fitness buffs can go jogging on weekends in safety during the day on the many streets crisscrossing this quiet neighbourhood. On the downside, robbers and other sinister individuals like visiting this neighbourhood at night after 10pm. Caution is advised, if you need to be outside on foot at night in this neighbourhood.

FUN AND RECREATION

For shopping within the Airport Residential Area, there's a lot of variety: there's the Koala shopping centre where you are very likely to be able to restock your fridge in one stop, get toiletries, and much more at prices that may be on the high side but worth it for the good quality. There's also the Marina Mall which is great for hanging out with friends (and of course for shopping). For those with a fancy for equestrian entertainment, there is the Accra Polo grounds for all your horse-riding needs. Restaurants are also available in the neighbourhood catering to diverse culinary tastes: Italian, French (La Chaumiere) and even Japanese (Santoku Bar and Restaurant) among others. If you prefer to live in a hotel while in this neighbourhood, there are some really good ones among which are the African Regent Hotel, Airport View Hotel, Best Western Premier Hotel, City Escape Hotel, and quite a number of others. L'Alliance Française d'Accra hosts many cultural events and shows of diverse genres. Connoisseurs and amateurs of art and culture should make it a point to stop by there some time.

Education & Healthcare

For education and healthcare within the Airport Residential Area, many premium options exist. The Association International School and Englebert School are two excellent basic schools available within the area. Jack and Jill school in Roman Ridge and Accra Girls Secondary School in Maamobi are also close by and just a few minutes away. Alliance Francaise d’Accra and Ecole Francaise are both great schools within the neighbourhood perfect for people looking to learn French. In addition to the schools is WAEC Heights , an exams complex operated by the West African Examinations Council where WASSCE, BECE and private exams are taken.

Airport Residential Area caters well to the healthcare needs of Ghanaians within the area and from beyond. The Nyaho Medical Centre, Airport Women’s Hospital, along with Jinlet Pharmacy and Ernest Chemists ensure residents of Airport Residential Area get the best medical attention. The close proximity of the 37 Military Hospital and other pharmacies and clinics in neighboring areas also greatly help.

Property Options

Airport Residential Area is known to have some of the plushest and most expensive properties available on the market, from homes to offices and even co-working spaces like Regus Accra which is located just ten minutes from the Kotoka International Airport. Houses for sale at Airport Residential Area are as high as $5 million and even more in some cases. The cost of houses on sale is nearly proportional to the cost of houses for rent in Airport Residential Area. Houses for sale in Airport Hills also in Accra are equally as expensive along with houses for sale in Cantonments. Airport Hills is an estate within the East Airport area that is now referred to as a neighbourhood on its own.

If you’re in need of luxury accommodation in Accra, Airport Residential Area is one of the best areas to go. You can search on meqasa.com for the best real estate Airport Residential Area has to offer.