Cumulative Real Estate Transactions Hit $1,958.8M by May 2026
According to the General Directorate of Land Registry and Cadastre (LRC), the cumulative number of real estate (RE) transactions reached 18,631, valued at $1,958.8M by May 2026. This valuation is calculated at the new official rate of USD/LBP 89,500, effective from February 1st, 2024.
Real estate transactions reached 3,655 deals in May 2026, with a total value of $375.97M. This marks a 43.50% annual decrease, while recording a 4.64% increase on a monthly basis. Metn captured the largest share of transaction value at 23.80% ($89.5M), followed by Baabda with 19.52% ($73.4M), then Keserwan with 17.27% ($64.93M).
The annual decline in real estate transactions in May 2026 reflects the adverse impact of the renewed Israel-Hezbollah conflict, which heightened uncertainty and weighed on investor confidence and real estate demand. However, the monthly increase suggests a slight recovery in market activity following the initial shock of the conflict.
In details, here is the regional breakdown in May 2026.
The table below outlines key monthly trends in transaction volume and value.
