African-American Man Relocates To Ghana To Build Affordable Off-Grid Luxury Homes
- An African-American man is making waves in the real estate sector in Ghana with his innovative building methods
- Eric McNeil has built an off-grid, sustainable community, which consists of a one-bedroom duplex luxury homes
- According to him, the prices of houses ranged from a little above $35,000 and included a flexible payment plan
An African-American man who recently moved to Ghana eight years ago has found an opportunity in the real estate sector.
Eric McNeil is building affordable off-grid, sustainable luxury homes in the Eastern Region of the West African country.
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Speaking to YouTuber Vanessa Kanbi, McNeil stated that each unit is a one-bedroom duplex combining two separate living areas, each with its entrance, living space, bedrooms, and bathrooms.
The price of the house, he said, starts from $35,950 (GH¢567,843.91) and includes the finishing and decor elements.
Eric McNeil gave the YouTuber a tour of the luxury homes, showing their exterior and interior.
The entire community where the houses are is off-grid and built is on 200 acres of land, which has also features an organic farm.
Ghanaians praise McNeil for housing initiative
Some Ghanaians on social media praised McNeil for building suitable homes upon coming across the video on YouTube.
@stacyjpoliticscommunityfai359 said:
"This is such a beautiful community. Black people all over the world need to support and move back to our mother's land and build back our kingdoms."
@lokeycarter6679 also said:
"A Black American builds off-the-grid homes on 200 acres organic farm in Ghana!! Let Food Be Thy Medicine, NOT medicine be thy food!!"
@jcs7934 wrote:
"Outstanding community! This man is a highly intelligent person."
Construction expert: how to build with GH₵50K
YEN.com.gh also reported that a Ghanaian real estate and construction expert shared tips on how to build a house in the country with GH₵50,000.
He offered some cost-cutting tips such as using exposed bricks instead of blocks to avoid finishes and opting for basic kitchen and bathroom features.
The real estate expert also urged builders in the country to negotiate more for labour costs, which he said was the most expensive item on the list.
Proofread by Bruce Douglas, senior copy editor at YEN.com.gh
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