The Kuwaiti real estate market witnessed notable activity during the week spanning March 16 to 20, 2025. There were fluctuations in the number of registered contracts, the types of properties traded, and the geographic distribution of deals across different governorates. This report, issued by the Department of Real Estate Registration and Documentation, offers an accurate overview of the market’s performance during the week, shedding light on key trends of interest to investors, property owners, and real estate observers.
What Was the Total Value of Real Estate Transactions This Week?
The total value of traded real estate during this week exceeded KD 702 million, distributed across various property types:
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Private residential properties: Approximately KD 442,117,508 across 70 deals.
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Investment properties: Valued at KD 333,583,714 across 21 deals.
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Commercial properties: Totaled KD 500,062,933 from 19 transactions.
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Industrial (craft) properties: Only one deal was recorded, valued at KD 1,220,000.
Other sectors, such as warehouses, showrooms, bank buildings, and small shops, saw no significant trading activity this week.
How Did Real Estate Activity Compare to the Previous Week?
This week, a total of 118 properties were traded, compared to 111 in the previous week—an increase of 7 properties. However, when broken down by type:
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Private residential transactions increased by 10 deals.
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Investment property transactions decreased by 5 deals.
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Commercial and industrial (craft) properties remained unchanged.
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Small shops saw a slight decline, while bank buildings and seafront properties showed no notable changes.
How Was Activity Distributed Across the Governorates?
1. Al-Ahmadi Governorate
Recorded the highest total value at KD 248.15 million, driven by significant commercial and residential deals, especially in the Sabah Al Ahmad Sea City area. Over 20 commercial transactions were registered in this area alone, indicating exceptional activity.
2. Farwaniya Governorate
Real estate deals reached KD 193.21 million, with major transactions in areas such as Jleeb Al-Shuyoukh and Khaitan. These included a mix of private and investment properties.
3. Hawalli Governorate
Registered a total of KD 86.2 million in transactions, distributed among private, investment, and commercial properties. Notable activity was observed in Salmiya and Salwa.
4. Capital Governorate (Al Asimah)
Recorded KD 51 million, mostly from private residential properties in areas like Dasma, Qurtuba, and Surra.
5. Mubarak Al-Kabeer Governorate
Total transactions amounted to KD 83 million, with significant activity in Funaitees and Abu Fatira, focusing primarily on private housing.
6. Jahra Governorate
Transactions reached around KD 60 million, almost entirely for private residential properties in areas such as Mutlaa and Al-Waha.
Which Property Types Were Most Active This Week?
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Private residential properties were the most actively traded, continuing to dominate the market as a preferred choice for both living and long-term investment.
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Investment properties saw a slight decline in the number of deals, despite a few major transactions—indicating a degree of caution in this segment.
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Commercial real estate remained steady overall, although the activity in Al-Ahmadi suggests growing interest in commercial complexes and investment opportunities there.
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Industrial/craft properties were rarely traded, with only one deal recorded this week in the Ardhiya Industrial Area.
What Are the General Market Trends Highlighted in This Report?
From the data, several key observations emerge:
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Relative market stability, with moderate trading activity across sectors.
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Investor focus on emerging areas such as Sabah Al Ahmad Sea City and Jleeb Al-Shuyoukh for large-scale investment and commercial transactions.
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Ongoing demand for private housing, particularly in new and well-planned areas like Mutlaa and Sabah Al Ahmad.
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Weaker activity in sectors like showrooms, banks, and small shops.
This weekly real estate report for March 16–20, 2025, reflects a balanced market with clear hotspots attracting investor attention—particularly in the Ahmadi and Farwaniya governorates. The private residential sector remains the driving force of the market, while select commercial zones offer promising investment opportunities. These trends may continue in the coming weeks unless affected by economic or regulatory shifts.
If you’re an investor or planning to enter the Kuwaiti real estate market, this report provides valuable insights into market dynamics, helping you make informed decisions based on clear data and analysis.
