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Daily Tribune
10-03-2025
- Business
- Daily Tribune
Expats shift to property ownership in Bahrain
Expats are moving away from the rental market and investing in property in Bahrain, driven by the Golden Residency scheme and a growing sense that real estate here offers a more secure investment. A report by Savills presents a market benefiting from demographic shifts, greater affordability, and a government focused on sustaining growth, despite broader economic pressures across the region. Luxury flats have risen in price — up 1.4 per cent over the year — while affluent buyers are opting for high-end homes equipped with premium features. Rents have climbed by 23 per cent across the country, with nearly half of all leases concentrated in the Capital Governorate. Attraction Diyar Al Muharraq, Manama Waterfront, and Juffair continue to attract investors, while developers are rolling out new neighbourhoods that integrate residential, retail, and commercial spaces. To meet demand, the Urban Planning and Development Authority has allocated an additional 208,000 square metres for housing. The office market, however, has struggled. Demand remains sluggish. However, new projects such as Saya Corp Tower and Future Generation Tower, which are set for completion in 2025, are expected to bring changes to the market. In the industrial sector, Bahrain's efforts to strengthen manufacturing have driven demand for warehouses. Larger storage spaces have seen rental costs increase by 2.1 per cent, while smaller units have remained stable. The report highlights Bahrain's real estate market as a key driver of economic growth, and with new infrastructure developments underway.
Biz Bahrain
08-03-2025
- Business
- Biz Bahrain
Bahrain Property Market 2024: A year of steady progress and new horizons for 2025
Savills, the global real estate services provider, has unveiled its latest analysis of Bahrain's property market for the fourth quarter of 2024, shedding light on key trends, challenges, and emerging opportunities in the Kingdom's real estate landscape. Bahrain's economy continues to demonstrate resilience, with GDP growth of 2.1% in 2024. This positive trajectory is largely driven by the non-oil sectors, particularly manufacturing and financial services, which together account for 37% of the country's GDP. With the Kingdom focusing on economic diversification, plans for new industrial zones and the development of a greenfield airport are set to attract both local and international investment, providing a solid foundation for further economic and market growth. The real estate market in Bahrain has benefited from demographic growth, improved affordability, and supportive government initiatives. The introduction of long-term residency options, such as the Golden Visa, has been particularly instrumental in boosting investor confidence, especially among high-net-worth individuals keen to explore opportunities in the region. This has led to an increase in sales activity, particularly in the residential market, as more expatriates opt to purchase properties rather than rent, further stimulating demand. Locations such as Diyar Al Muharraq, Manama Seafront, and Juffair continue to be popular hotspots for property transactions, maintaining strong performance year on year. In response to growing demand, developers have increasingly launched projects that integrate residential, commercial, retail, and recreational spaces, providing buyers and investors with more comprehensive living environments. Furthermore, the Urban Planning and Development Authority's decision to expand the residential-use area by 208,000 square metres is a clear step toward addressing Bahrain's housing demand. Residential Residential prices in Bahrain have shown steady growth, with high-end apartments seeing a year-on-year price increase of 1.4%, while villa prices have remained stable. This indicates a strengthening of demand for premium properties, as more consumers seek modern developments equipped with high-end amenities. The increasing popularity of large, well-designed homes has been particularly evident in the rental market, where rental values rose by 23% across the Kingdom in 2024. In particular, the Capital Governorate accounted for 48% of rental transactions, maintaining historical trends. Office and Retail The commercial office market, however, faced some challenges throughout 2024, with limited demand and relatively flat rental growth despite new developments such as SayaCorp Tower entering the market. The Future Generation Tower, scheduled for completion in 2025, may contribute to further market adjustments. On a more positive note, Bahrain's retail sector is showing signs of recovery, as luxury brands like Rolex and Giorgio Armani have opened new stores in Marassi Galleria, driving foot traffic and demand in the retail space. Industrial In the industrial sector, Bahrain's focus on manufacturing continues to drive demand for warehouse space. Larger warehouse spaces have seen a slight increase in rental rates, with a 2.1% year-on-year growth, while rates for smaller units have remained stable. The industrial market remains integral to Bahrain's economic diversification strategy, and further investments in infrastructure are expected to continue supporting demand for industrial space. Hashim Kadhem, Head of Professional Services, Bahrain, Savills Middle East, commented: 'The Bahraini property market continues to show growth despite global economic uncertainties. With new infrastructure projects and government initiatives in place, Bahrain remains an attractive destination for both investors and residents. The growth in residential, retail, and industrial sectors highlights the Kingdom's evolving real estate landscape, and we expect this momentum to continue well into 2025.' For further insights and detailed analysis, download the full Bahrain Property Market Report 2024 from here.
Zawya
06-03-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Bahrain Property Market 2024: A year of steady progress and new horizons for 2025
Savills, the global real estate services provider, has unveiled its latest analysis of Bahrain's property market for the fourth quarter of 2024, shedding light on key trends, challenges, and emerging opportunities in the Kingdom's real estate landscape. Bahrain's economy continues to demonstrate resilience, with GDP growth of 2.1% in 2024. This positive trajectory is largely driven by the non-oil sectors, particularly manufacturing and financial services, which together account for 37% of the country's GDP. With the Kingdom focusing on economic diversification, plans for new industrial zones and the development of a greenfield airport are set to attract both local and international investment, providing a solid foundation for further economic and market growth. The real estate market in Bahrain has benefited from demographic growth, improved affordability, and supportive government initiatives. The introduction of long-term residency options, such as the Golden Visa, has been particularly instrumental in boosting investor confidence, especially among high-net-worth individuals keen to explore opportunities in the region. This has led to an increase in sales activity, particularly in the residential market, as more expatriates opt to purchase properties rather than rent, further stimulating demand. Locations such as Diyar Al Muharraq, Manama Seafront, and Juffair continue to be popular hotspots for property transactions, maintaining strong performance year on year. In response to growing demand, developers have increasingly launched projects that integrate residential, commercial, retail, and recreational spaces, providing buyers and investors with more comprehensive living environments. Furthermore, the Urban Planning and Development Authority's decision to expand the residential-use area by 208,000 square metres is a clear step toward addressing Bahrain's housing demand. Residential Residential prices in Bahrain have shown steady growth, with high-end apartments seeing a year-on-year price increase of 1.4%, while villa prices have remained stable. This indicates a strengthening of demand for premium properties, as more consumers seek modern developments equipped with high-end amenities. The increasing popularity of large, well-designed homes has been particularly evident in the rental market, where rental values rose by 23% across the Kingdom in 2024. In particular, the Capital Governorate accounted for 48% of rental transactions, maintaining historical trends. Office and Retail The commercial office market, however, faced some challenges throughout 2024, with limited demand and relatively flat rental growth despite new developments such as SayaCorp Tower entering the market. The Future Generation Tower, scheduled for completion in 2025, may contribute to further market adjustments. On a more positive note, Bahrain's retail sector is showing signs of recovery, as luxury brands like Rolex and Giorgio Armani have opened new stores in Marassi Galleria, driving foot traffic and demand in the retail space. Industrial In the industrial sector, Bahrain's focus on manufacturing continues to drive demand for warehouse space. Larger warehouse spaces have seen a slight increase in rental rates, with a 2.1% year-on-year growth, while rates for smaller units have remained stable. The industrial market remains integral to Bahrain's economic diversification strategy, and further investments in infrastructure are expected to continue supporting demand for industrial space. Hashim Kadhem, Head of Professional Services, Bahrain, Savills Middle East, commented: 'The Bahraini property market continues to show growth despite global economic uncertainties. With new infrastructure projects and government initiatives in place, Bahrain remains an attractive destination for both investors and residents. The growth in residential, retail, and industrial sectors highlights the Kingdom's evolving real estate landscape, and we expect this momentum to continue well into 2025.' For further insights and detailed analysis, download the full Bahrain Property Market Report 2024 from here. About Savills Middle East: Savills plc is a global real estate services provider listed on the London Stock Exchange. With a presence in the Middle East for over 40 years, Savills offers an extensive range of specialist advisory, management and transactional services across the United Arab Emirates, Oman, Bahrain, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia. Expertise includes property management, residential and commercial agency services, property and business assets valuation, and investment and development advisory. Originally founded in the UK in 1855, Savills has an international network of over 700 offices and associates employing over 40,000 people across the Americas, UK, Europe, Asia Pacific, Africa, and the Middle East. For further information, please contact: Savills press office:
