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Why did office rents in Riyadh 31% increase in a year?

Reading time: < 1 MinuteThe commercial real estate market in Saudi Arabia is undergoing a significant transformation, with Riyadh leading the way by recording record increases in office rental rates. This reflects ... Read more

Growing demand for space supported by the HQ program, Vision 2030, and the commitment of 517 international companies.

21/11/2024

Administrative offices and residential real estate

«Enforcement records 49 auctions with sales exceeding 420 million riyals in one week

During the period from September 13 to 19, 2026, the center oversaw 49 auctions that included 161 assets with areas exceeding 920,000 square meters.

Al-Haqil: The facilities management market in the Kingdom exceeds $50 billion in size.

The Minister of Municipalities and Housing confirms that the facilities management market in the Kingdom exceeds $50 billion, with the participation of more than 200 entities.

Administrative offices and residential real estate

Knight Frank: Riyadh office supply is poised to rise to 74% by 2028

With occupancy remaining near full capacity, Knight Frank anticipates a significant expansion in Riyadh's office supply amid continued rental pressures.

«The Ministry of Municipalities and Housing Approves Municipal Requirements for Commercial Data Centers to Enhance Digital Infrastructure Readiness

Uniform regulations that define licensing, construction, and operational requirements, with the aim of facilitating investment and enhancing the reliability and sustainability of data centers in the Kingdom.

Marsa'a's contracting projects totaled 9.8 billion riyals last July

The awarding of 11 projects in July brought the total value of contracts since the beginning of 2026 to 111.3 billion riyals, led by the construction sector and Riyadh.

After growing by 21.7%... the nonresidential sector leads the rise in rents over the past 7 months

The total value of lease contracts reached 65.56 billion riyals over seven months, with strong growth in the nonresidential sector.

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The weekly «Amlak» digest brings you the top news and updates from the real estate sector

A surge in transactions, growth in residential construction, regulatory updates, material prices, and investment opportunities reflect shifts in the Saudi real estate market.

Contract Signed for the Development of a Tourism Destination Dedicated to Equestrian Heritage in King Abdullah Economic City, Worth 263.5 Million Riyals

The «Suhail» project spans 2 million square meters with investments exceeding $2 billion and includes equestrian facilities, residential units, hospitality, and entertainment.

Learn about the most notable real estate events scheduled to take place in the coming period

The upcoming calendar of events in Riyadh includes exhibitions and conferences on construction, facilities management, proptech, and the real estate supply chain, to be held from August through October 2026.

«Enforcement» Oversees 44 Real Estate Auctions and Sells 174 Properties for More Than 115 Million Riyals

«Enforcement» oversaw 44 real estate auctions in various regions of the Kingdom, during which it sold 174 properties worth more than 115 million riyals.

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Raw Land at the Sana Taif Auction

International Monetary Fund Riyadh office market

Commercial Real Estate and Office Space Continue to Grow, Driven by Demand in Riyadh and Jeddah

Demand for office and industrial space is expected to continue growing, and rents are expected to rise in major cities—led by Riyadh—through 2026

Mohammed Iqbal Al-Alawi: Successful shopping centers are built on an understanding of the customer, not on the scale of the project

Retail Expert Says: The Success of Malls Depends on Understanding Customer Behavior and Needs, Phased Development, and Technological Innovation in Operations and Services

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Jumping deals and expanding rents How did the real estate market move during April 2026?

Real estate market data during April 2026 showed that the number of residential real estate transactions rose to 21,597, with a monthly growth of 52%.

Tips for successfully marketing auctions and selling real estate opportunities

Intensive advertising campaigns, targeting the right segments of investors, and providing ample information about the property well in advance of the auction.

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