Rising demand in suburbs is a new trend for real estate investment

Sulaiman Goldfinch

The Saudi real estate market is witnessing a remarkable shift in residential demand trends, as the demand for residential schemes located on the outskirts of major cities such as Riyadh, Jeddah and Dammam has increased, driven by government support programs and accelerated infrastructure projects.

New data showed that the Saudi real estate market is witnessing a significant shift in the demand for residential schemes located on the outskirts of major cities such as Riyadh, Jeddah and Dammam, driven by government support programs and infrastructure projects.

Saudi. Recent data indicated that suburbs , which witnessed the development of road services, facilities, and schools, became a preferred destination for citizens looking to own housing units at lower prices compared to the central areas, which contributed to redirecting the compass of real estate developers towards these areas.

Specialists believe that the demand for residential schemes located in the suburbs of major cities such as Riyadh, Jeddah, and Dammam has increased, driven by government support programs and accelerated infrastructure projects. <Specialists believe that the initiatives of the Ministry of Municipalities and Housing, especially within the framework of the housing program, have reinforced this trend by providing ready-made and serviced plans, in addition to facilitating ownership and financing procedures. Major projects such as Dahiyat Al Jawan in Riyadh and Asdaf Al Khobar in the Eastern Province have also contributed to boosting confidence in suburban living, as they offer an integrated lifestyle.

The trend is expected to continue. This growth is expected to continue through the second half of 2025, with a number of new projects entering the delivery phase and the expansion of smart infrastructure in the suburbs, making it an attractive environment for both housing and investment.