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G&P Lazarou Estate Agents was established in 1993 as a two-person office in Nicosia and has grown into one of Cyprus's most trusted estate agencies with offices across the island.
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Launch of our online property auction platform.
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Opening of our Limassol office (April) and Larnaca office (September).
Opening of our Nicosia office (April).
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Nicosia recorded more property transactions in 2025 than any other district in Cyprus. Over the same period, home prices in the capital rose by less than inflation. These two facts sit at the heart of “Nicosia Property Market 2026”, the market analysis presented by G&P Lazarou Estate Agents on Tuesday 20 October 2026 at our head office, Nicosia Office, Athalassas Avenue 174, 2025 Strovolos, to property developers.The analysis was presented by Andreas Markides, ACA, Head of Investments at G&P Lazarou. It brings together transaction data from AskWire, official figures from the Department of Lands and Surveys, the Central Bank of Cyprus, the Statistical Service (CYSTAT) and Eurostat, and a count of properties currently listed for sale in Nicosia.Here are the main findings:2020–2025: a market that grew in volume, not in priceNicosia recorded 7,911 transaction registrations in 2025. That figure was ahead of Limassol’s 7,715, 10.4% higher than in 2024 and 42% higher than in 2020. Limassol still leads by value, though. The average value per registration in Nicosia was about €161,000, compared with roughly €363,000 in Limassol.New-build apartments drove much of this growth. Sales rose from 799 in 2020 to 1,999 in 2025, an increase of 150%, while resales stayed almost flat. House sales also grew strongly, from 763 to 1,204. Yet the average declared value of a house in 2025, around €238,000, was the same as in 2020.Nicosia is also the most affordable of the major markets. In 2025, 87% of apartment and house sales in the district were below €300,000, compared with 72% across Cyprus.Prices did rise, but slowly. Home prices in Nicosia increased by about 10% since 2020, while consumer prices rose 18.5% and construction materials around 35%. In real terms, that leaves Nicosia home prices roughly 7% lower than in 2020.The picture varies by area. Typical resale apartment prices per weighted square metre rose by about 20% in Lakatamia and 18% in Engomi, but less than 2% in Strovolos.Land stands out. The median price of plots in Nicosia was about €265 per buildable square metre in 2025, around 5% lower than in 2020. In Limassol, Larnaca and Paphos, the equivalent figure rose by roughly 36%.Nicosia also leads the island’s office market by number of sales. In 2025, 88 of the 160 office sales in Cyprus, or 55%, were in Nicosia.2026: local buyers and more expensive moneyActivity has paused rather than reversed. Registrations in Nicosia from January to August 2026 were 3.4% lower than a year earlier. Sales contracts deposited with the Land Registry still rose 5.6%, although that was the slowest growth of any district (Cyprus overall: +13.7%).Nicosia is the most local market on the island. From January to July 2026, 84% of sales contracts in the district were signed by Cypriot buyers. Foreign buyers accounted for under 16%, compared with almost 70% in Paphos. Demand in the capital therefore depends mainly on local incomes and bank lending.That makes financing a key variable. The average rate on new housing loans in Cyprus was 3.24% in July 2026, below the eurozone average of 3.54%. After two increases by the European Central Bank this year, the deposit rate stands at 2.50%. Bank lending criteria, however, remained unchanged in the second quarter of 2026.Development activity is picking up again. In the first eight months of 2026, 92 land-for-development (antiparochi) contracts were registered in Nicosia, compared with 61 in the whole of 2025.What is available todayOn 16 October 2026, the analysis counted 8,368 properties listed for sale in Nicosia across five portfolios: G&P Lazarou, REMU, Altia, Altamira and GoGordian. Their combined asking value was around €2.9 billion.The four institutional portfolios held 1,557 listings worth about €539 million. Around 65% of that value is land, mostly fields rather than ready-to-build plots, and only 44 listings are apartments. Most modern apartments on the market today are new builds.Comparing current stock with monthly transactions in 2025 gives an indication of how quickly the market could absorb it. The figure is roughly 11.5 months for apartments, around 8 months for houses and about 21 months for plots.What they said“Nicosia has grown in volume, but its prices have risen by less than inflation. It is the most local market in Cyprus: it depends on the incomes and borrowing of Cypriot buyers, not on foreign capital. That is why the question for 2027 is not prices, but whether the market can absorb what is coming,” said Andreas Markides, ACA, Head of Investments at G&P Lazarou.“We are bringing to the table data that is rarely found in one place: transactions, available stock and our own listings. We want decisions in the Nicosia market to be based on numbers, not impressions,” said Petros Lazarou, Founder and Managing Director of G&P Lazarou Estate Agents.2027: a question of absorption, not priceThe analysis does not forecast prices. It identifies the question that will shape the year ahead: can a market of mainly local buyers absorb the new supply that is coming, at a time of higher costs and more expensive borrowing?Supply is rising. Residential units in building permits across Cyprus increased by 43% in 2025 and 68% in the first half of 2026. Construction costs remain high, and many building companies report labour shortages as their main constraint.G&P Lazarou is watching four indicators to see which way the market moves:Mortgage rates. A move towards 3% would support demand. A rise above 4% would point to a more cautious year.Sales contracts in Nicosia. A return to double-digit growth would be positive. An annual decline would be a warning sign.Absorption of new builds. Falling months of stock would be encouraging. Completed apartments remaining unsold would not.Institutional land. Usable plots coming to market and selling would be positive. Land selling at a discount, with plot prices falling, would point the other way.About the dataTransaction figures are AskWire registrations, which include all transaction types and are not unique properties. Prices per square metre are medians from filtered samples and use weighted area, not internal floor area. Stock figures are public listings at asking prices on 16 October 2026, not valuations. All figures were correct as of mid-October 2026 and will change over time.Download the full presentation “Nicosia Property Market 2026” (PDF)To discuss what the findings mean for your property, investment or development, contact G&P Lazarou Estate Agents at +357 22 024949 or sales@gplazarou.com. For a property-specific opinion of value, see our property valuation services.
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The family home is often the hardest part of an estate to deal with. It holds memories, it may have been in the family for decades, and suddenly several people have a say in what happens to it. Some want to sell quickly, some want to keep it, and others simply aren’t sure.Selling an inherited property is rarely just a property transaction. There are legal steps to complete first, people to agree, and practical questions about the house itself. Knowing what lies ahead makes the process far less stressful.First, the estate needs to be in orderAn inherited property can’t simply be listed the day after a loss. In Cyprus, the estate of the deceased is usually handled by an administrator or executor appointed through the court. Until that’s done, nobody has the authority to sell.Once the administration is in place, there are generally two routes. The property can be transferred into the names of the heirs, who then sell it themselves. Alternatively, the administrator can sell it as part of the estate. Which route makes more sense depends on the family’s situation, and your lawyer should guide you on this from the start.Getting all the heirs on the same pageWhen a property passes to more than one person, every co-owner usually needs to agree to the sale and to the price. This is where many inherited sales get stuck. One sibling lives abroad, another wants to keep the house, a third needs the money now.A few things help:An independent valuation. It gives everyone the same, neutral starting point, instead of each person relying on their own expectations.Clear communication. Agree early on who will deal with the agent, the lawyer and viewings.Practical arrangements for heirs abroad. A power of attorney can allow a family member or lawyer to sign on their behalf, avoiding repeated trips.If agreement can’t be reached, the matter may end up in court. That is usually slower and more expensive for everyone, so it’s worth working hard to avoid it.Older properties often come with older paperworkMany inherited homes were built decades ago, and the documents don’t always reflect what’s on the ground. Before going to market, check that:There is a valid title deed for the property.Extensions, enclosed verandas or additional rooms were properly permitted.There are no mortgages or other charges still registered.Sorting these issues out before you list saves time, and it avoids losing a buyer halfway through the sale.Think about tax earlyCyprus does not have inheritance tax. Selling the property, however, can have tax implications. The value of the property at the date of death can be important when calculating any tax due on a later sale, which is another reason a proper valuation is useful. Speak to an accountant or tax adviser before agreeing a sale, not after.Prepare the house for the marketAn inherited home is often full of furniture and belongings, and it may not have been updated for years. You don’t need to renovate, but clearing it out, cleaning thoroughly and carrying out small repairs can make a real difference to how buyers see it. If it has been empty for a while, check for damp, leaks and anything that needs attention before viewings start.If the property has a tenant, find out the terms of the tenancy, as this can affect both the sale process and the price.Take the time you need, within reasonThere’s no need to rush a decision you may regret. Leaving a property empty for years, though, brings its own costs: maintenance, security and gradual deterioration. Setting a realistic timeframe as a family usually helps everyone move forward.If you’re dealing with an inherited property, G&P Lazarou Estate Agents can guide you through the sale and work alongside your lawyer and accountant. Call +357 22024949, email info@gplazarou.com or visit gplazarou.com.Discover available houses for sale in CyprusView residential plots for sale in CyprusExplore modern apartments for sale in CyprusBrowse commercial properties for sale in CyprusDiscover available houses for rent in CyprusExplore modern apartments for rent in CyprusView residential plots for rent in CyprusBrowse commercial properties for rent in Cyprus
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Two detached houses in Lakatamia were built in the same year, by the same builder, from almost the same plans. Each has three bedrooms, a garden and a similar plot. From the street you could easily mix them up. Yet if both went on the market tomorrow, a valuer might put a noticeably different figure on each.Owners are often surprised by this, especially when a neighbour's sale price becomes the benchmark for their own expectations. The truth is that "similar" covers a lot of ground, and the differences that matter most are often the ones you can't see from the pavement.The paperwork behind the propertyThis is where many of the biggest differences hide:Title deed: one house may have a clear title deed in the owner's name. The other may still be waiting for one, or be registered as a share of a larger plot.Permits: one may have every extension and enclosed veranda properly approved. The other may have additions that were never permitted.For a buyer, and especially for a bank, these points can matter more than a new kitchen. A property with paperwork problems may be harder to finance, take longer to sell and attract fewer buyers.What the plot still allowsWith houses and plots, part of the value lies in what hasn't been built yet. If one house uses only part of the building density allowed on its plot, the remaining area has value of its own. It could mean room for an extension, a second unit or, in some cases, future redevelopment. Two houses that look identical today can have very different potential tomorrow.Position and orientationSmall differences in position add up:A south-facing garden versus one in shade most of the day.A corner plot versus one squeezed between neighbours.A quiet cul-de-sac versus a road that has become a shortcut for traffic.With apartments, floor level, view and orientation can create a real gap between units in the same building.Condition and layoutTwo homes can look equally presentable while being very different underneath. One may have new wiring, plumbing and insulation. The other may have only a fresh coat of paint.Layout matters too. Space that works well, with sensible room sizes and no wasted corridors, is worth more to buyers than the same number of square metres used badly.Who lives there nowAn empty property or one let on a standard short tenancy is straightforward to sell. A property with a long-standing tenant who has strong legal protection is a different matter. In some cases it can affect the value considerably, because the buyer cannot easily take possession or adjust the rent. The terms of any existing tenancy should always be checked.What surrounds itChanges nearby can push value in either direction. A new park or school can help, while a large commercial development or busier road next door can hurt. Valuers also consider what is planned around the property, not only what is there today.So what does this mean for you?If you're selling, a neighbour's price is a reference point, not a guarantee. If you're buying, a lower price compared with a similar property is worth investigating rather than celebrating. In both cases, the only reliable way to understand the value of a specific property is to look at that property in detail: its documents, its condition, its plot and its surroundings.G&P Lazarou Property Valuation provides property valuation services across Cyprus. To discuss your property and the documents needed, contact the team at +357 22024949 or valuation@gplazarou.com.Discover available houses for sale in CyprusView residential plots for sale in CyprusExplore modern apartments for sale in CyprusBrowse commercial properties for sale in CyprusDiscover available houses for rent in CyprusExplore modern apartments for rent in CyprusView residential plots for rent in CyprusBrowse commercial properties for rent in Cyprus
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