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Global Residential Rents Surge 300 Percent Their Prepandemic Growth Rates in 2023
Based on the 10 cities covered by Knight Frank's Prime Global Rental Index, global rental values rise 7.5% in the year to June. While this rate was down from the 8.2% seen in Q1, and lower still than the 12.2% growth reached in the first quarter of 2022.
Dubai Leads the World for Residential Property Price Growth in 2023
Based on new data by global property consultant Knight Frank, surging inflation and constant mortgage rate hikes in 2023 have hobbled many mainstream property markets, worldwide. While many property markets have borne the brunt of this pain, property sales volumes, not home prices, have been the greatest casualty to date.
Globally, Waterfront Properties Enjoy a 118 Percent Price Premium in 2023
Based on Knight Frank's 2023 Global Waterfront Index, waterfront property generated a 118% premium on average around the world, down only marginally from 121% last year, as Sydney retains the top spot.
Global Residential Rents Continue to Climb Despite Worldwide Economic Uncertainties
According to international property consultant Knight Frank, prime residential rents continue to rise but the rate of growth is slowing. Across ten global cities luxury rents increased 10.2% on average in the 12 months to Q3 2022, down from a high of 11.9% in Q1 2022.
