Riyadh Home Prices Rise 6.3% to 4,287 SAR/sqm

New property market data show residential real estate values in الرياض continuing to climb, with the citywide residential price index reaching 4,287 SAR per sqm in the first quarter of 2026 — a 6.3% rise year-on-year from 4,033 SAR

The growth is linked to major infrastructure and development drivers, including the launch of قطار الرياض, the Green Riyadh greening programme, ongoing preparation for Expo 2030, and the city's expanding calendar of large events.

Across the market in 2026, apartments average roughly 4,971–5,200 SAR while premium apartments range from about 6,600 up to 15,000 SAR Villas average around 5,824–6,000 SAR with premium villa markets reaching 9,500–13,500 SAR The estimated median housing price in the capital stands at about 1.25 million SAR, with an average near 1.75 million SAR.

District differences remain significant. In the first quarter of 2026, apartment median transaction ranges reached about 5,200–7,000 SAR 4,800–6,200 in Al Narjis, and 4,200–5,500 in Al Yasmin. Al Arid, at roughly 3,500–4,800 SAR was noted for its high-growth trajectory, while south Riyadh areas ranged from about 2,200–3,500 SAR Well-maintained villas in Al Malqa traded between roughly 3.0 and 5.5 million SAR.

For buyers, entry-level purchases of existing one- to two-bedroom apartments (about 55–85 sqm) in areas such as Al Aziziyah, Al Manar, edge Al Rawdah, and east and south Riyadh typically fall between 450,000 and 800,000 SAR. Around 80% of residential purchases in the city fall within a wider range of roughly 600,000 to 5,000,000 SAR, depending on location, size, and property type — a useful reference for residents weighing whether to rent or buy.

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