In this video, I’m giving you all the pros and cons of buying a house in Ethiopia vs. building your own. I also let you know who is eligible to do either!
@@princesslivingfree I will advise you to show more of Real Estates in Ethiopia. No one is doing this on professional level. We really need those information. How to get a mortgage and so on. Peace be with you. Thanks
@@alimtanta2934 This is something I would absolutely love to do when we return to Ethiopia for good! I agree that this is a necessary service especially for people who may not speak Amharic. It was so hard for us to find a suitable house to rent for this exact reason.
Sister, as always your input and opinion matter and is much valued by your viewers. To add a note to your opinion, I have few friends and family members who - some bought and some built their house. From their as well as many Ethiopians experience of buying and building a house, predominately vast majority of the people choose to buy already built house rather than building one.
Yes, that may have been the case before, but buying houses that are already built has become SO expensive. The houses that I’m talking about cost around $300,000 (USD!) or more.
@@princesslivingfree to be honest with you, as an Ethiopian who has been researching the housing market in Ethiopia, housing price in Ethiopia is outrageously expensive than prices in US or Canada.
@@cascadeanalog320 Exactly! Consider buying land and building your own home. It’s actually more affordable. Berta wandeme! Or you can wait until my husband and I build affordable, luxury housing for the diaspora 😉
@@princesslivingfreemoreover the quality ( specially the material proportion during construction is a big concern). From experience, I had to scrap off of the foundation, which was about ETB1 Million( back in 2020) and build from scratch. This is the case for most homes if the intention of the builder/ developer from beginning is for sale. You should do your due research.
What a REGAL Representative you are- in do many ways! Presentation, information, consideration(costs included!)! I am of Ethiopia, raised in Chicago! Yet I Invision building a more traditional circular house in areas of my ancestry: GERA,DESSIE,Simien( near the mountains!)! Seem reasonable?! Many thanksgivings for U!
Ethiopia is safe no gangs no drugs, no guns allowed, people are religious in God Christian. And Friendly's I buy house soon. Thanks from tigrayns USA 🇺🇸 ethiopia forward
Hi! One question is how come they don’t have a whole house hot water system? I just finished watching your video on building a G+2 unit. Also, can you please send me information about the area that you are building your property on and I’m planning to moving God willing by next year.. thank you
House in Ethiopia is very expensive, some of the houses are more expensive than here in the states. What is the housing market in Bahir Dar, Debere Markos, and Gonder?
Yes, houses are very expensive everywhere in Ethiopia, especially if you are looking for a modern home. That’s why I think buying land and building your own home is the better option. I’m not too familiar with the housing market in those areas. It also depends on what you might be looking for.
True- here you have a living example. I’ve so far spent close to ETB10 Million and its current value as the construction is in progress worths ETB30Million and north.
I’m not currently in Ethiopia, but the weather can get pretty cold there in the rainy season. During the dry months, it’s around 80-85 degrees on average.
I’m talking about people using low quality materials. Typically, it would result in plumbing issues, doors and windows not being sealed properly, broken fixtures, and cracks in the walls. Really, it’s just minor inconveniences, but for the cost of the house, it’s not acceptable, in my opinion. Not like the house would fall down or something.
@@princesslivingfree thanks for clarification! Have you heard of any structural issues in residential buildings ? (if that is a major issue, what controls can buyers employ to mitigate such risks?).
Hello sis. Prices have really gone up especially in and around the capital city, Addis Ababa. There’s a pretty wide range depending on the size and location. For the Addis area, I would say the price is between 6 million and 10 million birr for a plot of land. The price of an already constructed home will be twice that amount.
Question: you're a foreign national and married an Ethiopian citizen in Ethiopia and buys a home together in Addis Abab, do you have spouse property rights?
I would say it depends who's name is on the title. Is it both of you or just your Ethiopian spouse? However, even if your name is not on the title, your spouse would still legally need your signature to sell it. I would reach out to an Ethiopian attorney for more information to be sure though.
@@princesslivingfree Two months after arriving to America on a permanent visa she became a condominium lottery winner in Addis Ababa. I myself have no interest in being part owner of a condominium unless it is a legal obligations. That's why I am asking. The winners are on a public listing..
Wow! It seems like things have been going in her favor recently lol. Still check with an attorney in Addis just in case. You may be able to relinquish all legal rights to the property.
Prices to buy or build? Prices are going to range depending on the location and what you want. You can send me an email if you would like further information ☺️ethiolivingfree@gmail.com
Can you get a passport when you buy a house there and can you buy a home if you are African American and how is the internet there how much does it cost to travel there and move there
No, you cannot automatically get a passport when you buy a house there. In Ethiopia, you must prove Ethiopian descent, be married to an Ethiopia or make a significant business investment to purchase property there.
In terms of working commitments I guess a lot of interested buyers are limited to Addis Ababa. Bahir Dar is definitely a much cleaner and natural city and a lot cheaper than Addis ababa. Down south there are some stunning options which are very inexpensive but secluded. Good luck I hope to purchase lland in Ethiopia soon.
@@princesslivingfree Hey dea, don't give your ear to negativity. Everything is for Good. Our Home is alays Open who wanna to join us. We are gonna be a Home for world. If you belive or not believe, Ethiopia will be the 'Noah Ark' for the coming generation. #Much Love
You have very clear, detailed content. Thank you sis💫🙂
Nice content.... informative.
Thank you for all the information..
You’re welcome ☺️
Great video. Thank you
Such well needed information, blessings sister 🙏🏾
You’re welcome!! Thanks for watching 🙏🏾
@@princesslivingfree I will advise you to show more of Real Estates in Ethiopia. No one is doing this on professional level. We really need those information. How to get a mortgage and so on. Peace be with you. Thanks
@@alimtanta2934 This is something I would absolutely love to do when we return to Ethiopia for good! I agree that this is a necessary service especially for people who may not speak Amharic. It was so hard for us to find a suitable house to rent for this exact reason.
Great video
Very interesting!
Thank you!!
Sister, as always your input and opinion matter and is much valued by your viewers.
To add a note to your opinion, I have few friends and family members who - some bought and some built their house.
From their as well as many Ethiopians experience of buying and building a house, predominately vast majority of the people choose to buy already built house rather than building one.
Yes, that may have been the case before, but buying houses that are already built has become SO expensive. The houses that I’m talking about cost around $300,000 (USD!) or more.
@@princesslivingfree to be honest with you, as an Ethiopian who has been researching the housing market in Ethiopia, housing price in Ethiopia is outrageously expensive than prices in US or Canada.
@@cascadeanalog320 Exactly! Consider buying land and building your own home. It’s actually more affordable. Berta wandeme! Or you can wait until my husband and I build affordable, luxury housing for the diaspora 😉
@@princesslivingfreemoreover the quality ( specially the material proportion during construction is a big concern).
From experience, I had to scrap off of the foundation, which was about ETB1 Million( back in 2020) and build from scratch.
This is the case for most homes if the intention of the builder/ developer from beginning is for sale.
You should do your due research.
@@karozimathestar929 Yes, that is true. People try to use poor quality materials to save money.
What a REGAL Representative you are- in do many ways! Presentation, information, consideration(costs included!)! I am of Ethiopia, raised in Chicago! Yet I Invision building a more traditional circular house in areas of my ancestry: GERA,DESSIE,Simien( near the mountains!)! Seem reasonable?!
Many thanksgivings for U!
Wow, thank you for such a high compliment 🙏🏾. Yes, I say your plans seem reasonable once things calm down in that area. Blessings!
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Thank you so much!
Good thanks from tigrayns ethiopia
This video was very helpful 💕please do make another video describing how to purchase land in Ethiopia 😊
It’s definitely coming up! My husband agreed 😊
Thank you Princess! 💕
Do not think Ethiopia now! ❌❌❌❌ We are not stablish/ any time the war starts any where
Ethiopia is safe no gangs no drugs, no guns allowed, people are religious in God Christian. And Friendly's I buy house soon. Thanks from tigrayns USA 🇺🇸 ethiopia forward
That’s right! Best wishes!
How much for 4bedroom with two Garage car within 40 miles of Addis Ababa
Hi! One question is how come they don’t have a whole house hot water system? I just finished watching your video on building a G+2 unit. Also, can you please send me information about the area that you are building your property on and I’m planning to moving God willing by next year.. thank you
Sorry I am just now seeing this. I think I did respond to an email from you though. All the best!
House in Ethiopia is very expensive, some of the houses are more expensive than here in the states. What is the housing market in Bahir Dar, Debere Markos, and Gonder?
Yes, houses are very expensive everywhere in Ethiopia, especially if you are looking for a modern home. That’s why I think buying land and building your own home is the better option.
I’m not too familiar with the housing market in those areas. It also depends on what you might be looking for.
True- here you have a living example. I’ve so far spent close to ETB10 Million and its current value as the construction is in progress worths ETB30Million and north.
Yes go there and buy
Thank you for this informative video. But you forget legal flag on your earrings....
Keep it coming.
Haha! Thanks!
Is this video recorded in Ethiopia! I asked because I noticed you’re wearing a sweater. What is the weather like in Ethiopia 🇪🇹?
I’m not currently in Ethiopia, but the weather can get pretty cold there in the rainy season. During the dry months, it’s around 80-85 degrees on average.
...you mentioned "corners were cut " of a property already built, could you give examples of typical corners cut and the effect on the property ?
I’m talking about people using low quality materials. Typically, it would result in plumbing issues, doors and windows not being sealed properly, broken fixtures, and cracks in the walls. Really, it’s just minor inconveniences, but for the cost of the house, it’s not acceptable, in my opinion. Not like the house would fall down or something.
@@princesslivingfree thanks for clarification! Have you heard of any structural issues in residential buildings ? (if that is a major issue, what controls can buyers employ to mitigate such risks?).
@@JN003 I haven’t really heard of any serious structural issues with homes here.
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Greetings Sis,
About how much is land and or house in Ethiopia 🇪🇹?
Hello sis. Prices have really gone up especially in and around the capital city, Addis Ababa. There’s a pretty wide range depending on the size and location. For the Addis area, I would say the price is between 6 million and 10 million birr for a plot of land. The price of an already constructed home will be twice that amount.
Yes, i would appreciate a video on how to legally purchase land in Ethiopia as an American 😀
I’ve done one on that topic 😊. However, you need to have Ethiopian citizenship or residency to purchase land.
@@princesslivingfree would you say that's easily obtainable? My intent is to move there permanently.
@@Raasio6 Obtainable, yes. Easy, no. There are 3 main ways- 1) marriage, 2) bloodline origin, or 3) business investment.
@@princesslivingfree understood. THANK YOU SO MUCH!
@@Raasio6 You’re welcome ☺️
Question: you're a foreign national and married an Ethiopian citizen in Ethiopia and buys a home together in Addis Abab, do you have spouse property rights?
I would say it depends who's name is on the title. Is it both of you or just your Ethiopian spouse? However, even if your name is not on the title, your spouse would still legally need your signature to sell it. I would reach out to an Ethiopian attorney for more information to be sure though.
@@princesslivingfree Two months after arriving to America on a permanent visa she became a condominium lottery winner in Addis Ababa. I myself have no interest in being part owner of a condominium unless it is a legal obligations. That's why I am asking. The winners are on a public listing..
Wow! It seems like things have been going in her favor recently lol. Still check with an attorney in Addis just in case. You may be able to relinquish all legal rights to the property.
@@princesslivingfree She wants me to be connected to property...😂😂😂🤗I couldn't escape...😇😇
@@hank1475 Happy wife, happy life 😅
I wanted to hear prices. These are basic fundamentals info Globally
Prices to buy or build? Prices are going to range depending on the location and what you want. You can send me an email if you would like further information ☺️ethiolivingfree@gmail.com
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Can you get a passport when you buy a house there and can you buy a home if you are African American and how is the internet there how much does it cost to travel there and move there
No, you cannot automatically get a passport when you buy a house there. In Ethiopia, you must prove Ethiopian descent, be married to an Ethiopia or make a significant business investment to purchase property there.
You can't buy unless you are Ethiopian.
Not true. You have to be an Ethiopian citizen or a permanent resident of Ethiopia. There are several ways to do that.
your voce is very low
Sorry about that. Thanks for letting me know. Try turning up the volume on your end.
Her work to very low! Any time and any where, Ethiopia is under war!
@@heywet What are you talking about?
Stay where you are 👉 Ethiopia is no place for others because of war!+ Leave Ethiopia alone! 👈
Huh? Stop spreading your fear and negativity 🙏🏾
@@princesslivingfreeanytime you post on Ethiopia these crazy comments always follow.
In terms of working commitments I guess a lot of interested buyers are limited to Addis Ababa.
Bahir Dar is definitely a much cleaner and natural city and a lot cheaper than Addis ababa.
Down south there are some stunning options which are very inexpensive but secluded.
Good luck I hope to purchase lland in Ethiopia soon.
@@princesslivingfree Hey dea, don't give your ear to negativity. Everything is for Good. Our Home is alays Open who wanna to join us. We are gonna be a Home for world. If you belive or not believe, Ethiopia will be the 'Noah Ark' for the coming generation.
#Much Love
@@andyrose16 I do believe this as well.