Residential
Updated: March 16, 2021
In February 2021, 2,733 transactions were registered in Tbilisi, that is 4% less than the same figure of the previous year.
As for the market size, the figure amounted to USD 123 million, reflecting also 4% decrease compared to the same period in 2020.
Updated: March 16, 2021
In February 2021, 1,869 transactions were registered in new projects, that is 2% lower than the same period of the previous year. This can be attributed to the delivery of several projects around the city, comprising approximately 200 apartments in total.
The number of old flat transactions dropped by 7%, amounting to 864 units.
Updated: March 16, 2021
The market size of new flats saw an insignificant decrease by 1% when compared to the previous year, amounting to USD 87 million.
As for the old flats, the figure stands at USD 36 million, decreasing by 10%.
Updated: March 16, 2021
The number of transactions recorded on economy new apartments increased insignificantly by 2%, while medium and premium category new flats dropped by 11% and 35%, respectively.
Updated: June 4, 2020
We have divided the residential market into the following price segments: Economy, Medium, and Premium. We have further analyzed the base scenario with moderate isolation until the end of 2020.
The prices of economy segment residential properties are not expected to change significantly , while the number of transactions in this category is forecast to drop. We expect the demand on economy class single-family houses to soar in the isolation period.
The projections are negative for the medium segment residential market in terms of the number of transactions and prices. Speculative transactions are expected to increase in the medium market due to decreased prices.
The number of transactions is expected to drop in the premium segment, but we anticipate very little price change in this category. The market of rental properties will be most affected, as both, prices and the number of transactions are expected to drop by the end of the year.
*Distressed Real Estate with potential to increase prices
Economy - Apartments < $800 per m². Private Houses - < $70,000
Medium - Apartments $800 - $1,200 per m²; Private Houses - $70,000 - $200,000
Premium - Apartments +$1,200 per m²; Private Houses: > $200,000
As long as lockdown measures are in place, it is hard to comment on the market response in terms of residential pricing. While the new-built market shows signs of a price reduction, secondary market pricing is still on hold.
A decrease in selling prices could put developers that offer internal installment plans at risk. Particularly in cases when only a small portion of a contract amount is paid, buyers will feel reluctant to continue their payments for already devalued properties. Based on initial consultations with developers, installment payments have diminished significantly during the lockdown period. In order to regain trust, it is vital for developers to demonstrate an uninterrupted construction process. Banks will have an important role to play in ensuring flawless funding for committed-to projects.
In the short-term, it is highly likely that the number of transactions will drop, especially in touristic areas such as: Batumi, Bakuriani and Gudauri. Approx. 11,500 transactions were recorded in Batumi in 2019, most of which were investment properties. Similarly, property transactions in Gudauri and Bakuriani have predominantly investment purposes.
The market for investment / rental apartments will face challenges. Significant price reductions are expected for both rental and sale property. On the other hand, this reduction may inspire a new wave of speculative investors who are active during the crisis period.