Qatar’s Real Estate Transactions Top 657 Million Riyals Amid Strong Year-End Market Activity

Qatar’s real estate transactions exceeded 657 million Qatari riyals ($177.4 million) in the week ending December 25, highlighting steady activity in the country’s property sector. Data from Qatar’s Ministry of Justice showed that trading across Doha and other municipalities remained elevated, with residential unit sales accounting for 49.4 million riyals during the period, according to the Real Estate Registration Department.

The figure represents a significant increase from the previous week, when total transactions reached about 463 million riyals. That period included sales contracts worth 354.26 million riyals and residential unit transactions totaling 108.76 million riyals, the Qatar News Agency reported. Analysts said the growth signals continued investor confidence in Qatar’s property market as the year draws to a close.

The Ministry of Justice’s weekly bulletin noted 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. Qatar’s property sales were concentrated in Al-Rayyan, Doha, Al-Wakrah, and Umm Slal, with additional activity in Al-Daayen, Al Khor, Al Thakhira, and Al-Shamal. Key developments such as The Pearl Island, Al-Kharayej, Lusail 69, Al-Wukair, Ghar Thuaileb, and Al-Sakhama also saw notable transactions.

Qatar’s weekly performance reflects broader trends in the Gulf region, where major markets such as Dubai and Abu Dhabi have reported strong sales and stable prices, supported by consistent demand for both residential and commercial assets. Experts said sustained trading volumes indicate long-term investor confidence in the Qatari market, particularly in high-demand areas such as Doha and Lusail.

The data align with a strong performance earlier in 2025. According to a Knight Frank report in September, Qatar’s real estate sector showed resilience in the first half of the year, driven by rising 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, with apartment prices increasing by 3.5 percent to an average of 13,270 riyals per square meter, while villa prices edged slightly lower. Land sales jumped 85 percent, and prime office rents in Lusail remained around 115 riyals per square meter.

Qatar also added 718 hotel rooms during the period, and retail assets maintained high occupancy levels, demonstrating confidence among investors and consumers. Analysts said that as the country heads into 2026, the combination of residential, commercial, and hospitality growth positions Qatar as a stable and attractive market for both local and international investors.