| 10 Jan 2012 |
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Jordan apartment rents rise on property law amendment
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Rents rise as amendments allow landlords to increase prices to current market values, says AstecoAsteco
's Jordan Q4 2011 report.The amendment allows landlords to discontinue existing agreements, which in some cases were entered into over five years ago.
"Rental rates in some areas are expected to continue rising in 2012 as landlords continue to bring prices up to current values," said Elaine Jones, CEO, AstecoAsteco
.Demand in the rental market has come mainly from local families in the country's capital, Amman, for apartments ranging from 150 to 250 square metres.
Apartment rents in Abdoun rose by 5% compared to the third quarter, with a two-bedroom apartment achieving rental rates of JOD9,250 on average. However, the biggest increase was in Al-Rabiah where rents climbed by 19%, with rents for a two-bedroom apartment reaching an average of JOD7,500.
Despite the new law and resulting increases, rental rates in general are expected to fall as more supply enters the market mid-2012, combined with an anticipated low level of demand.
Apartment sales prices in most areas were relatively stable in the fourth quarter compared to the third quarter. However, average prices rose by 2% and 5% respectively in the low-end areas of Sweifieh and 4th Circle.
Increasing supply coupled with weak demand caused prices in high-end Um-Othainah to fall to JOD1,100 per square metre from JOD1,200 per square metre over the last three months.
Sales prices this year are expected to remain similar to 2011 levels with demand continuing for medium-sized and larger apartments in prime locations.
Sales for residential compounds are predicted to pick up as more projects are completed by the end of 2012, on Airport Road in particular, which will offer good sized quality products at affordable prices.
Demand for office space for sale will continue to slow in 2012 as more supply enters the market and as companies opt to lease rather than buy.
The office market continues to see little movement in leasing rates due to supply outstripping demand and this is likely to continue as new commercial buildings are expected to be delivered in the near future.
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About Asteco
AstecoAsteco, a major regional and international real estate services firm and the largest property services company in the United Arab Emirates, was founded in Dubai in 1985. AstecoAsteco Qatar LLC is the leading strata manager, property manager and sales and leasing agent in Qatar.
AstecoAsteco offers independent market analysis, design development consultancy and valuation services, sales and leasing services, as well as asset and property management services.
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