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The Department of Lands and Survey released its monthly report for May, revealing that the total real estate trading volume in Jordan reached approximately JD 2.458 billion during the first five months of 2026. This represents a 5% decrease compared to the same period in 2025.
Despite the overall year-to-date decline, non-Jordanian property ownership indicators showed notable growth during the month of May.
Non-Jordanian Ownership Highlights (May 2026)
Estimated Value Surge: The estimated value of property acquisition transactions by non-Jordanians rose by 26% compared to May 2025 (and by 26% compared to April 2026), totaling JD 19.65 million.
Apartment Sales Increase: Apartment sales to non-Jordanians in May grew by 6% year-on-year and surged by 16% compared to the previous month.
Overall Transaction Volume: Total transaction numbers for foreign buyers saw a 5% month-on-month increase compared to April, though they dropped by 16% when compared to May 2025.
Land Sales Drop: Non-Jordanian land purchases faced a sharp 40% compared to May 2025 and a 12% decline compared to April 2026.
Market Trends & Revenue Data
Five-Month Cumulative Data (Jan–May 2026)
Overall real estate sales in the Kingdom dropped by 12% compared to the first five months of 2025, driven by a 9% decline in apartment sales and a 13% decline in land sales.
Total real estate revenues for the five-month period slipped by 1%, amounting to JD 104.66 million. Additionally, the report noted that 3,684 properties were sold to corporate entities during this timeframe.
Monthly Data for May 2026
Trading Volume: Monthly real estate trading stood at JD 474.27 million, marking a 12% decrease compared to May 2025 and a 17% compared to April 2026.
Revenues: Monthly revenues hit JD 18.90 million, down 10% year-on-year and 16% month-on-month.
General Sales Movement: Total market sales fell by 14% compared to May 2025. Apartment sales decreased by 12% year-on-year (and 8% month-on-month), while land sales dropped by 14% year-on-year (and 11% month-on-month).