Residential Real Estate Transactions - Rwanda

In Rwanda, the transaction value of the Residential Real Estate Transactions market market is projected to reach US$578.10m by 2024.
Looking ahead, it is expected that this market will experience an annual growth rate (CAGR 2024-2029) of 2.88%.
As a result, the market volume is anticipated to reach US$666.40m by 2029.
The residential real estate market in Rwanda is experiencing a surge in demand due to the country's growing economy and stable political environment.

Definition:

Residential real estate transactions refer to the buying, selling, or transfer of ownership of residential properties such as single-family homes, condominiums, townhouses, and apartments. These transactions involve a number of steps and parties, including buyers, sellers, real estate agents, attorneys, lenders, and title companies.

Additional information:

The KPIs covered in this market are the real estate transactions revenue and the average revenue transaction value.

Overall revenue generated by residential real estate transactions

Commercial real estate transactions
Revenue of real estate agencies
Revenue of construction companies

The Residential Real Estate Transactions market in Rwanda has been experiencing significant growth in recent years. Customer preferences in the market have shifted towards urban areas, as more people are choosing to live in cities for better job opportunities and access to amenities. This has led to an increased demand for residential properties in urban centers, resulting in a rise in real estate transactions. Additionally, there is a growing interest in modern housing with amenities such as security systems, parking spaces, and green spaces. Trends in the market show an increase in the number of real estate transactions, both in terms of buying and renting properties. The availability of affordable housing options, particularly in the middle-income segment, has contributed to this growth. Developers have been focusing on constructing residential properties that cater to the needs of the middle class, resulting in a higher number of transactions in this segment. Furthermore, the government has implemented policies to promote the real estate sector, such as the reduction of taxes and the streamlining of the registration process, which has facilitated more transactions. Local special circumstances in Rwanda have also played a role in the development of the Residential Real Estate Transactions market. The country has experienced rapid urbanization, with a significant portion of the population moving from rural to urban areas. This has created a demand for housing in cities, leading to an increase in real estate transactions. Additionally, the government has made efforts to improve infrastructure, such as roads and utilities, in urban areas, making them more attractive for real estate investments. Underlying macroeconomic factors have also contributed to the growth of the market. Rwanda has experienced steady economic growth in recent years, which has resulted in an increase in disposable income and improved purchasing power. This has allowed more people to invest in real estate and participate in residential transactions. Additionally, the stability of the country's political environment and the implementation of investor-friendly policies have attracted both local and foreign investors to the real estate sector. In conclusion, the Residential Real Estate Transactions market in Rwanda is experiencing significant growth due to customer preferences for urban living, the availability of affordable housing options, government policies to promote the sector, rapid urbanization, and favorable macroeconomic factors. These factors have created a conducive environment for real estate transactions and are likely to continue driving the growth of the market in the future.

Data coverage:

Figures are based on total and average revenue of residential real estate transactions (sales).

Modeling approach:

Market size is determined by a bottom-up approach. We use national statistics, international organizations, and industry associations to analyze the markets. To estimate the market size for each country individually, we use relevant key market indicators and data from country specific industry associations such as GDP, price level index, household wealth, household size, number of renter and owner households, housing consumer spending per capita.

Forecasts:

We use a variety of forecasting techniques, depending on the behavior of the market, for instance, exponential trend smoothing. The main drivers are GDP per capita, population, number of renter and owner households, price level index, housing consumer spending per capita.

Additional Notes:

Data is modeled using current exchange rates. The market is updated twice per year in case market dynamics change. The impacts of the Russia-Ukraine war considered at a country-specific level.

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