Ubud, Bali, was ranked among the top 10 safest places for female digital nomads

✅ High level of safety — ideal for women and families

✅ Friendly towards foreigners — tolerant, multinational environment

✅ Affordable housing — a wide range of options from budget to premium

✅ Excellent internet — stable connection for digital nomads

✅ Cultural wealth — Ubud is the spiritual heart of Bali with a unique atmosphere

The Ubud real estate market is showing steady growth and stable returns. According to experts, the average return on investment here reaches 12–15% p.a., making the area one of the most attractive in Bali. It has the highest occupancy rate for rental properties (over 80% during the whole year), and the figures confirm the attractiveness of this place for short-term and long-term stays.

The Bali office of our agency has analysed a database of 205 complexes that are at various stages of construction — our listing includes exactly this number of liquid projects. The cost of apartments and villas in the most popular areas of Bali is shown in the table. The cost per square metre on the Bali Island is currently $2,500, the average cost of apartments is $197,000, and the average cost of villas is $310,000. Ubud has the most affordable properties. All prices in the table are for properties with full fit-out and partially furnished.

The data is based on an analysis of supply and current market statistics for 2025.

1. Stable rental demand — due to cultural appeal and growing tourist traffic
2. Low initial investment compared to coastal areas
3. Long-term value growth — potential for asset capitalisation
4. Resilience to market fluctuations — stability during periods of economic uncertainty

Buying real estate in Bali for foreigners has its own special features. Here are the key ownership options available to international investors:

1. Leasehold

The most popular option for foreigners. The lease term is typically 25–30 years, with the possibility of extension up to 100 years.

2. Hak Pakai (Right of Use)

Available to foreigners with a residence permit (KITAS/KITAP). Allows the use of land if there are buildings on the plot.

3. Hak Guna Bangunan (HGB) (Right to Build)

Optimal for companies with foreign investment (PT PMA). Grants the right to build and use real estate for a period of 30 years with the possibility of extension.

Analysts highlight several key trends shaping the Ubud property market:

1. Growth of eco-friendly projects — demand for sustainable properties with certificates confirming the environmental friendliness of construction materials

2. Increase in the flow of digital nomads — thanks to developed infrastructure and reliable internet, as well as the island’s unique atmosphere

3. Consistently high rental occupancy — an average of 80% all year round

4. Development of wellness infrastructure — yoga centres, spas, vegan restaurants

Ubud continues to be the best destination for real estate investment in Bali thanks to its unique combination of cultural wealth, natural beauty and stable investment potential. The area offers the perfect balance between affordability and high returns, making it attractive to both first-time buyers and experienced investors.

Average prices per square metre in Ubud ($2 500) remain lower than in many coastal areas, while the potential for value growth remains strong thanks to the destination’s growing popularity among international buyers and digital nomads.