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Apr 17, 2026

How does the growth in real estate transactions in Cyprus impact investments?

In February 2026, Cyprus recorded a significant increase in real estate transactions – the volume rose by 12% compared to the same period last year. This indicates that the property market continues to demonstrate positive momentum, which may attract investor attention.

 


According to the Department of Lands and Surveys, 1,537 property transactions were completed in February, compared to 1,371 in February 2025. This growth continues the trend seen earlier, following an 11% increase in January and a record 24% surge in December 2025.

Key cities and regions

Limassol stands out with the highest growth rate, where transactions increased by 24% – reaching 482 deals compared to 389 a year earlier. The city remains the leader in transaction volume nationwide.

 


The Famagusta district also shows steady growth, with transactions rising by 21% to 63 deals, slightly below the 23% growth recorded in January. Paphos continues its positive trend with a 14% increase to 319 transactions, although growth has slowed compared to January’s 25% rise. Nicosia shows more moderate growth of 5%, reaching 332 transactions. In contrast, Larnaca recorded only a slight increase of 2% to 341 deals.

Overall market picture

In the first two months of 2026, total transaction volume across Cyprus increased by 11%, with the strongest performance in Famagusta (22%) and Paphos (19%).

 


The market established a strong upward trend in 2025, when the number of transactions reached a record level since 2007 – 18,114 deals, which is 15% higher than in 2024.

What this means for investors

For investors, the growth in transaction volume in Cyprus signals several important factors:
•    Impact on entry price: rising demand may lead to price increases, making the current moment favorable for entry 
•    Impact on returns: increased transaction activity can drive rental rates higher, improving potential yields 
•    Impact on strategy: investors should focus on high-growth areas such as Limassol and Famagusta to maximize returns and capitalize  on current trends

 


Overall, the growth in real estate transactions in Cyprus confirms the stability and attractiveness of the market. For investors, this creates opportunities to generate income amid increasing demand for property. Monitoring current trends and selecting the right strategy and assets will be key to stabilizing and growing investments.

 

 

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