The value of real estate transfers in Cyprus reached €3.72 billion in the nine months of 2026, recording an increase of approximately 6.6% year-on-year, while their volume increased by approximately 4.1%. In the same period, sales documents increased by 14%, with Limassol leading in the value of transfers and Nicosia in the number of completed transactions.
According to the data of the Department of Lands and Surveys, which are processed and presented quarterly by the Real Estate Agents Registration Council, in the period January-September 14,969 sales documents were submitted nationwide, compared to 13,173 in the corresponding period of 2025.
An increase in sales was recorded in all provinces. Paphos showed the largest percentage increase, with 18%, while Larnaca ranked second in the number of documents, behind Limassol.
Kyneyirou: Increased interest from locals and foreigners
The president of the Real Estate Agents Registration Council, Marinos Kineyirou, said that the market continues to support the growth of the Cypriot economy, despite the peculiarities and challenges of the year.
"The increases in volume, but also in the value of transactions are very significant as they follow a very good year for the real estate sector, which was 2025," he noted.
According to him, buying interest from locals and foreigners remains increased, with indications pointing to a positive closure for 2026 as well. He also estimated that the increase in sales documents portends mobility in the market and the start of new projects in the coming months.
At the same time, he called on the public to be careful in choosing the persons they trust to buy or rent a property and to report cases of illegal real estate activity to the Council.
Limassol: 38.7% of the total value of transfers
Limassol maintained the first place in the value of transfers, which reached €1.44 billion, representing 38.7% of the pan-Cypriot total. During the nine months, 3,808 transactions were completed in the province.
It was also first in the number of sales documents, with 4,860, increased by 17% compared to the corresponding period of 2025. The Council links this performance to prospects for new large investments, particularly in high value-added projects.
Nicosia: First in the number of transfers
Nicosia recorded the largest number of completed operations, with 4,507 transfers, more than any other province.
Their total value amounted to €811.85 million, ranking the province in second place in terms of value. Sales documents amounted to 3,163, marking a year-on-year increase of 6%.
Nicosia: First in the number of transfers
Nicosia recorded the largest number of completed operations, with 4,507 transfers, more than any other province.
Their total value amounted to €811.85 million, ranking the province in second place in terms of value. Sales documents amounted to 3,163, marking a year-on-year increase of 6%.
Paphos: The largest percentage increase in shops
In Paphos, 2,699 transfers were completed, with a total value of €755.5 million. Although their number was lower than that of Nicosia, Limassol and Larnaca, the province ranked third in the value of transactions.
Sales documents reached 2,999, up 18% year-on-year, recording the largest percentage increase among provinces.
Larnaca: Second in number of sales documents
In Larnaca, 3,291 sales documents were submitted, increased by 15%, a performance that placed it in second place in Cyprus, after Limassol and ahead of Nicosia and Paphos.
During the same period, 2,876 transfers were completed, with a total value of €525.1 million.
Free Famagusta: 5% increase in shops
In the free province of Famagusta, the smallest real estate market in the free areas, 874 transfers were made, with a total value of €192.8 million.
The number of filed sales documents increased by 5% compared to the nine months of 2025 and stood at 656.
