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Understanding the Housing Tenure Choices and Difficulties of Young Graduates in Kumasi, Ghana

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  • Farida Daphne Issah

    (Department of Land Economy, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology)

  • Danielle Dede Kosi Odoom

    (Department of Land Economy, Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology)

Abstract

The housing market in urban Ghana is characterized by a housing shortage, this shortage is exacerbated by rapid urbanization and population growth, which has significantly increased the demand for housing, while the supply has struggled to keep pace. This study explored the housing tenure choices of young graduates in Kumasi and the difficulties experienced in accessing housing. The study was carried out using a qualitative approach involving interviews with young graduates in Kumasi. It was discovered that most young graduates are in rented accommodation while others are living with their families owing to a preference to stay with family, to live close to workplaces and to avoid problems associated with renting housing in Kumasi. It was further found that young graduate tenants in Kumasi face significant housing challenges such as high rental rates, limited funds, substandard housing conditions, and shortage of affordable housing options. The young graduate tenants in this study called for housing supply targeting young graduates, stabilizing/decreasing rents, rental support from government and employers, and shorter periods of advance rent. The paper contributes to a deeper understanding of the housing challenges experienced by young graduates. These findings can help improve the suitability and availability of housing for young graduates/adults.

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  • Farida Daphne Issah & Danielle Dede Kosi Odoom, 2025. "Understanding the Housing Tenure Choices and Difficulties of Young Graduates in Kumasi, Ghana," International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science, International Journal of Research and Innovation in Social Science (IJRISS), vol. 9(8), pages 118-130, August.
    • Handle: RePEc:bcp:journl:v:9:y:2025:issue-8:p:118-130
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    1. Franklin Obeng-Odoom, 2011. "Real Estate Agents in Ghana: A Suitable Case for Regulation?," Regional Studies, Taylor & Francis Journals, vol. 45(3), pages 403-416.
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