Experts have predicted a decline in demand for real estate in 2025

In 2025, demand in the real estate market is expected to decline. However, for those who can afford to purchase housing at their own expense, this will be the optimal period, since housing prices will not decrease, and the cost of construction will continue to rise. This is stated in a study by the consulting company CORE.XP and the SberAnalytica service at the Power of Four real estate market trends conference, which was reviewed by Izvestia on February 26.

"This year, the cost of 1 sq. m. m in Moscow is unlikely to increase significantly. Lowering prices is also impossible against the background of rising costs for the construction of residential real estate. In the next three to four years, inflation will affect the value of real estate and will be reflected in rising apartment prices," said Natalia Zagvyazina, head of the analytical department at SberCIB Investment Research.

In addition, according to the study, almost all economically active residents aged 25 to 49 have savings.

Analysts predict that in 2026, demand in the real estate market will re-activate, which will exceed supply due to the expected easing of monetary policy. Experts recommend that participants in the residential real estate market adapt to modern conditions by developing new marketing strategies and creating effective mechanisms for interaction between sellers and buyers.

On February 23, Olga Sokolova, partner of the Digital Guru analytical agency, spoke about the impact of economic instability on the choice of housing. According to her, people prefer to postpone the purchase of expensive properties and consider more budget-friendly options, often reducing space or location requirements. The secondary market often outperforms the primary market during such periods due to lower prices and the ability to move in faster.