Qatar’s real estate sector delivered a robust performance in the second quarter of 2025, with total transaction values reaching QAR 8.9 billion, marking a 29.8% increase compared to the same period in 2024.

According to data from the General Authority for Real Estate Development “Aqarat,” published in the first issue of the Real Estate Bulletin, the number of registered transactions surged to 1,915, representing a 44% rise year-on-year — the highest quarterly performance since Q3 2020.

Doha Municipality led the market with QAR 4.8 billion in transactions, followed by Al Rayyan Municipality with QAR 1.9 billion. Residential transactions accounted for 44% of total deals, with The Pearl and Lusail emerging as the most in-demand areas, recording 266 and 125 transactions respectively. Their strategic locations and high-quality developments continue to attract both investors and residents.

Doha recorded the highest share of sold units at 39.2%, followed by Al Rayyan (18.2%) and Al Daayen (17.2%).

Meanwhile, the rental market also showed strong momentum, with 58,246 leases registered in the first half of 2025 — the highest first-half figure in six years and a 26% increase. Al Wakrah Municipality saw the most rental activity, particularly in areas like Al Wukair, Al Meshaf, and Al Thumama, which collectively recorded 5,337 contracts.

The bulletin highlighted that Q2 data confirms the sector’s solid growth trajectory, supported by rising transactions and a rebound in rental registrations, with established investment hubs like The Pearl and Lusail continuing to lead demand.