Cumulative Real Estate Transactions Hit $3,702.96M by August 2026
According to the General Directorate of Land Registry and Cadastre (LRC), the cumulative number of real estate (RE) transactions reached 34,083, valued at $3,702.96M by August 2026. This valuation is calculated at the new official rate of USD/LBP 89,500, effective from February 1st, 2024.
Real estate transactions reached 5,145 deals in August 2026, with a total value of $496.84 This marks a 11.64% annual decrease, similarly, recording a 3.07% decrease on a monthly basis. Beirut captured the largest share of transaction value at 23.54% ($116M), followed by Baabda with 19.47% ($96.7M), then Metn with 17.97% ($89.2M).
The annual decline in real estate transactions in August 2026 reflects the adverse impact of the renewed Israel-Hezbollah conflict, which heightened uncertainty, weakened investor confidence. Moreover, the slight monthly decrease indicates that real estate activity remained subdued amid continued market uncertainty.
In details, here is the regional breakdown in August 2026.
The table below outlines key monthly trends in transaction volume and value.
By Marybel Estephan
