Qatar’s housing market recorded a strong rebound in the third quarter of 2025 as residential sales climbed significantly, reflecting renewed confidence among both homeowners and investors.
In Q3, a total of 1,682 homes were sold, marking a 57 percent increase compared to the same period last year. The value of these transactions rose to 5.9 billion Qatari riyals, representing a 43 percent year on year growth.
Price trends varied across property types. The average price of villas fell slightly by 2 percent to 6,614 Qatari riyals per square metre, a shift attributed to increased availability in the mid market sector. In contrast, the apartment market continued its upward trajectory with average prices rising 3 point 4 percent to 13,074 Qatari riyals per square metre between Q3 2024 and Q3 2025.
Among villa markets, Abu Hamour recorded the highest average price at 7,899 Qatari riyals per square metre, followed by Al Thumama at 7,564 Qatari riyals per square metre and Al Kheesa at 7,350 Qatari riyals per square metre. Al Kheesa also posted the strongest annual growth at 5 point 7 percent.
For apartments, premium waterfront and lifestyle communities remained the most sought after. Areas such as Lusail Waterfront, The Pearl Viva Bahriya, Qanat Quartier and Marina District continued to command the highest prices in the market.
Analysts attribute the surge in activity to improving buyer sentiment, attractive developer payment plans and growing demand from young professionals as well as long term expatriates. They note that although the villa segment is adjusting to changes in supply and pricing expectations, the apartment sector is expected to remain resilient as the year progresses.
If current momentum continues, 2025 may signal the beginning of a sustained recovery cycle for Qatar’s residential real estate market supported by population growth, infrastructure development and stable economic conditions.
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