Bahrain’s real estate market hits 10-year high in 2025 amid surge in transactions and value

Bahrain’s real estate market recorded its strongest performance in a decade in 2025, driven by a sharp rise in both transaction volume and total trading value, according to data released by the Survey and Land Registration Bureau (SLRB). The figures underline growing investor confidence in the kingdom’s property sector, supported by policy incentives and rising foreign participation.

Record-breaking annual performance
In 2025, the market registered a total of 29,196 property transactions, marking a 17.4% increase compared to 24,863 deals in 2024. The total value of real estate trading surged to BD 1.581 billion, a substantial 49.7% jump from BD 1.056 billion recorded the previous year. This combination of higher deal volume and significantly increased value reflects both stronger demand and rising property prices across key segments.

Monthly highlights
December closed the year on a strong note, with 2,573 transactions worth BD 130.6 million. This represented a 38.6% year-on-year increase in transaction volume compared to December 2024. The highest monthly activity of the year was recorded in April, when the market saw 3,229 transactions, indicating sustained momentum through the first half of 2025.

Residential sector leads growth
The residential segment continued to be the backbone of Bahrain’s real estate market. Houses accounted for the largest share of transaction value, reaching BD 215 million in the first half of the year alone. This trend highlights steady end-user demand as well as continued interest from investors seeking long-term residential assets.

Governorate-wise performance
Geographically, the Capital Governorate emerged as the leader in transaction value, reflecting its central role in commercial and residential development. It was followed by Muharraq Governorate and the Southern Governorate, both of which also saw notable increases in activity, supported by infrastructure development and expanding housing projects.

Rising foreign investor participation
Non-Bahraini investor activity showed strong growth in 2025, with a 20.75% year-on-year increase recorded in the first half of the year. This rise underscores Bahrain’s growing appeal as a regional investment destination, backed by regulatory transparency and comparatively competitive property prices within the Gulf.

Policy incentives and digital access
A key contributor to the market’s expansion was the Bahrain Golden Visa program. In 2025, the government reduced the minimum property investment threshold to BD 130,000 (approximately USD 345,000), making residency-linked property investment more accessible to a wider pool of investors.

To enhance transparency and ease of access, investors and buyers can review updated market data and verify property details through the SLRB’s Taa’kud Service or via the Aqari platform. These digital tools have played a role in improving confidence and streamlining real estate transactions across the kingdom.

Outlook
With strong fundamentals, supportive government policies, and increasing foreign interest, Bahrain’s real estate market appears well-positioned to maintain momentum beyond 2025. While global economic conditions remain a factor to watch, the sector’s decade-high performance signals a robust and increasingly mature property market.