2025 Sets a Positive Trend for Cyprus Real Estate

by News Editor

April 26, 2025

The real estate market in Cyprus has surged forward in 2025, marking a significant 15% increase in property sales compared to the previous year. This remarkable growth in the first quarter is highlighted by the 4,137 sale documents filed, as per reports from the Registration Council of Real Estate Agents.

While there was a slight decrease of 2.9% in transaction volume, the sales value saw a robust increase of 15%, surpassing €1.1 billion annually. This promising start to the year reflects sustained demand and better alignment of supply to market needs.

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Insights from Regional Markets

Limassol continues to dominate the market, boasting the highest value transfer at €428.7 million and leading in documentation volume with 1,295 sale filings. Additionally, the city recorded 1,203 transaction volumes, underscoring strong investment activities.

In Nicosia, stability reigns with 1,304 transactions valued at €283.5 million. The city attracted 932 new sale documents, reflecting keen interest in fresh developments.

The momentum from previous years carries on in Paphos, with 811 transfers totaling €199 million. This shows lively activity in property purchase, fueled chiefly by international buyers.

Larnaca saw €154 million in transactions from 843 property transfers. The sale documents numbered 910, indicating rising demand bolstered by ongoing investments, as featured in Desalination Breakthrough: Addressing Water Shortages in Cyprus.

Though the Famagusta region ranked lowest with €48 million and 251 transfers, the growth trend persists. The 171 sale documents filed signal an appeal through lower prices and tourism-driven development.

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Stelios Bi-Communal Awards To Award €500,000 Across 39 Teams In Cyprus

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

May 5, 2026

The annual Stelios Bi-Communal Awards, a hallmark of cross-community collaboration in Cyprus, will once again celebrate the innovative joint ventures between Greek Cypriot and Turkish Cypriot entrepreneurs. The ceremony, scheduled for June 8 in Nicosia, underscores the vital role of business co-operation in fostering both economic growth and peaceful coexistence on the island.

Strengthening The Fabric Of Bi-Communal Collaboration

This year marks the 16th consecutive edition of the awards, which have contributed to creating business partnerships across the island. Organizers confirmed that 39 bi-communal teams, representing 78 entrepreneurs, will participate. According to the official announcement, Nikos Christodoulides is expected to attend the ceremony, adding institutional presence to the event.

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Catalysing Innovation And Economic Opportunity

Teams are evaluated based on collaboration, innovation and business potential. The prize structure includes a Gold Award of €150,000, shared equally between partners. Two teams will receive Silver Awards totaling €200,000, while six teams will share €150,000 under the Bronze category. This structure distributes funding across multiple ventures at different stages of development.

A Legacy Of Partnership And Investment

Since its launch, the programme has distributed more than €5.3 million in prize funding. Support comes from Stelios Haji-Ioannou, founder of the easy family of brands and chairman of the Stelios Philanthropic Foundation. The initiative continues to focus on supporting joint ventures between Greek Cypriot and Turkish Cypriot entrepreneurs.

The Road Ahead

The upcoming ceremony, set to be held at the Stelios Philanthropic Foundation headquarters at 5 Markou Drakou Street in Nicosia at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, June 8, 2026, promises to be a landmark event. It will gather entrepreneurs and senior officials in a celebration of bi-communal success, reaffirming the potential of entrepreneurship to bridge divides and drive sustainable growth in Cyprus.

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