Qatar Real Estate Market Surges: Top Areas to Watch in 2025
The real estate sector across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) has seen a marked improvement in 2025, largely due to the relative stability in global monetary policy. The New Year appears to be sending a positive signal, with expectations that this stability will translate into actual investment decisions.
While the UAE has witnessed a significant uptick, driven by strong population growth, government incentives, a booming luxury sector, and investor confidence, Qatar has also had a good year. Official data shows that real estate transactions in Qatar exceeded 657 million Qatari riyals in the week ending December 25. This is a steep increase from the previous week, when total real estate transactions reached about 463 million riyals, according to Qatar News Agency.
That earlier period included sales contracts worth 354.26 million riyals and residential unit transactions totaling 108.76 million riyals, as reported by the Qatar News Agency. This underscores steady property market activity, with trading across Doha and other municipalities staying high. According to the Real Estate Registration Department of the Ministry of Justice, residential unit sales recorded at 49.4 million riyals during the period.
The weekly bulletin issued by the department stated that the properties traded included vacant land, houses, residential buildings, residential complexes, commercial shops, commercial and residential buildings, a commercial and administrative building, and residential units.
Hot Spots
The areas that are in high demand include the municipalities of Al-Rayyan, Doha, Al-Wakrah, and Umm Slal, in addition to Al-Daayen, Al Khor, Al Thakhira, and Al-Shamal. Key areas also include The Pearl Island, Al-Kharayej, Lusail 69, Al-Wukair, Ghar Thuaileb, and Al-Sakhama municipalities, according to Arab News.
According to a report by Knight Frank, the first half of 2025 saw Qatar’s real estate sector showing resilience. There was a rise in residential activity, steady office demand, and growth in hospitality and retail. Residential transaction values reached 9.23 billion riyals in the second quarter, up 114 percent year on year, led by Doha, Al Daayen, and Al Wakrah. Apartment prices rose 3.5 percent to an average of 13,270 riyals per square metre, while villa prices edged lower. Land sales jumped 85 percent, and prime office rents in Lusail held steady at about 115 riyals per square metre.
The growth in the real estate market is not just limited to residential properties. Commercial and mixed-use developments are also seeing a surge in interest. The government’s ongoing efforts to diversify the economy and attract foreign investment are playing a crucial role in this positive trend. With a focus on infrastructure development and a commitment to creating a business-friendly environment, Qatar is well-positioned to continue its upward trajectory in the real estate sector.
In conclusion, the Qatar real estate market in 2025 is poised for continued growth, driven by a combination of global stability, strong investor confidence, and strategic government initiatives. Investors and property developers are keenly watching these key areas, which are expected to remain hot spots for the foreseeable future.
