The Qatar real estate market continues to display strong momentum and steady investor interest. According to a recent review, the market is expanding across residential, commercial, hospitality, and industrial sectors.
In the residential segment, both transaction volumes and values have increased. Specifically, sales volume surged compared to the previous period. Furthermore, areas like The Pearl and Al Qassar recorded sharp growth in deal activity and sales value. The average property sale price now stands at QR2.7 million.
Moreover, the estate market in Qatar saw a notable increase in mortgage activity. Ready property loans rose significantly year-on-year. Doha, as expected, remained the center of lending, with 95 mortgage deals totaling QR16.4 billion in value.
In terms of rental yields, the market remained attractive. Apartments offered an average return of 8.4%, while villas generated about 4.6%. Notably, apartment rents held steady at QR6,000 per month. Meanwhile, villas continued to average QR11,000 monthly.
Additionally, the ValuStrat Price Index for residential properties stayed stable at 96.5 points. Median prices stood at QR10,420 per square metre for apartments and QR5,500 for villas. These figures reflect consistency in residential values.
On the commercial front, new office developments boosted available space. Projects in Lusail and West Bay added around 60,000 square metres of leasable area. As a result, total office stock reached 7.3 million square metres, supporting growing demand from tenants.
Similarly, retail expansion continued. The launch of Centro Mall and Outlet Village contributed to a total of 2.5 million square metres in retail space. This growth underscores ongoing confidence in consumer-driven development.
However, the hospitality sector experienced a slight dip in tourist numbers. Despite that, hotel room supply remains on the rise. New properties, mostly in the 4- and 5-star range, will continue to increase room availability.
At the same time, the industrial sector recorded a strong performance. New business licenses rose by 32%, and the value of investment certificates exceeded QR50 million. This indicates growing investor confidence in logistics and manufacturing zones.
Importantly, analysts believe the market is being supported by population growth, infrastructure development, and ongoing economic diversification. These elements provide long-term stability in the face of global shifts.
Looking forward, market activity may adjust seasonally. Even so, experts remain optimistic about continued momentum, thanks to strong fundamentals and active institutional interest.
