Despite a slight 1% dip in Cyprus property sales reported for August 2025, a deeper dive into the Department of Lands and Surveys data reveals a more balanced landscape. Overall, the market held steady, with Limassol’s vibrant property sector playing a key role in cushioning softer performances in other districts.
The dip largely stems from reduced sales to non-EU buyers, a group showing some fluctuations lately. Additionally, the extreme summer heat, with temperatures soaring above 40°C on multiple days, might have dampened enthusiasm, especially among international buyers unaccustomed to such conditions.
Domestic buyer activity remained largely unchanged, with 649 contracts signed in August 2025 compared to 650 in August 2024. Limassol stands out, posting an impressive 46% jump in sales (267 vs 183), offsetting declines in other districts: Famagusta (-33%), Larnaca (-36%), Paphos (-23%), and Nicosia (-6%).
Year-to-date figures suggest healthier momentum, with a 12% rise in domestic sales across all districts during the first eight months of 2025.
Property sales to overseas buyers saw a marginal fall of 1% in August (479 contracts versus 485 in 2024). Noteworthy gains emerged in Larnaca (13% increase) and Paphos (4% increase), but these were offset by declines in Famagusta (-25%), Limassol (-9%), and Nicosia (-9%).
On a broader timeline, overseas sales have expanded by 14% in 2025 compared to 2024, reflecting sustained foreign interest across Cyprus.
August also saw a modest 3% uptick in EU buyers, with 155 contracts versus 150 last year. Larnaca and Paphos delivered strong performances (+15% and +11%, respectively), although other districts experienced slight declines.
Over eight months, EU buyer demand surged by a robust 25%, indicating growing confidence from this segment.
Sales to non-EU nationals dipped by 3% in August (324 vs 335), with contrasting district results: Larnaca’s sales increased by 12%; Paphos remained stable, while Limassol, Famagusta, and Nicosia saw declines. Year-to-date, however, sales to non-EU buyers rose 6% overall.
Non-EU buyers continue to dominate in Paphos, reinforcing the district’s appeal for international investors and second-home purchasers. Meanwhile, geopolitical uncertainties have encouraged a diversified foreign interest, driving growing activity in Larnaca and Famagusta beyond the traditional strongholds.
This evolving buyer geography signals expanding opportunities on the island, including affordable apartments and plots of land for sale becoming increasingly attractive to a wide range of investors.
Long-term data from the Land Registry illustrates how Cyprus’ property market has transitioned over nearly two decades, with international buyers now playing a significant role in shaping regional market trends and driving demand across key locations.
For prospective buyers or investors, understanding these nuanced shifts is essential to navigating Cyprus’ real estate landscape effectively.
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