Tehran Property Desk

Articles by Tehran Property Desk

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  Tehran’s Renters Face Squeeze as Regional Cities Offer Alternatives

  Comparison of Tehran’s rental costs with those in provincial cities reveals widening affordability gaps—and shifting migration trends.

  4 July 2026, 3:03 pm

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  Buying Beats Renting in These Tehran Suburbs, New Data Shows

  Homeownership now edges out leasing in Shahrak-e Gharb and Pardis as soaring rents reshape Tehran's market dynamics.

  4 July 2026, 2:48 pm

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  Build-to-Rent Developments Gain Traction in Tehran as Housing Affordability Tightens

  Purpose-built rental apartments are changing options for Tehran tenants facing record property prices and stagnant incomes.

  4 July 2026, 2:38 pm

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  As Rental Vacancy Rates Plunge in Tehran, Competition Among Tenants Intensifies

  Squeezed supply, rising rents and delays in new building projects have turned Tehran's apartment hunt into a scramble.

  4 July 2026, 2:18 pm

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  Tehran’s Rental Vacancy Rate Hits New Lows as Tenants Battle for Homes

  Fierce competition for rental apartments puts pressure on Tehran residents as vacancy rates plummet in key neighbourhoods.

  4 July 2026, 2:03 pm

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  Renters in Tehran Confront Lease Expiry Squeeze: What Are the Options When Supply Runs Tight?

  With fewer affordable units and rising demand, tenants face mounting challenges at lease renewal time—here’s how Tehran residents can respond.

  4 July 2026, 1:49 pm

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  In Tehran’s Eastern Suburbs, Buying a Home Now Underprices Renting

  Rising rent and softening sale prices in areas like Tehranpars and Shahedieh tip the scales in favour of buyers for the first time in years.

  4 July 2026, 1:33 pm

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  Tehran Property Market Splits: House Prices Surge Ahead of Units—What Buyers Need to Know

  Separate price trends for detached homes and apartment units are reshaping Tehran’s real estate scene, impacting both buyers and sellers across key districts.

  4 July 2026, 1:18 pm

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  Chitgar Lake District Rises as Tehran’s Premier Waterfront Investment Hotspot

  Once overlooked, Chitgar Lake’s western shores are now commanding record prices as buyers flock to Tehran’s most ambitious waterfront precinct.

  4 July 2026, 1:18 pm

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  Where Buying Now Beats Renting: Tehran Suburbs Tip the Balance

  Analysis reveals Shahriar and Parand as standout districts where mortgage repayments are lower than current rents, offering new opportunities for Tehran home seekers.

  4 July 2026, 1:18 pm

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  Is Renting Actually Cheaper Than Buying Right Now?

  Tehran's renters and buyers face a shifting market, with prices and affordability in flux

  4 July 2026, 1:03 pm

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  Interest Rate Expectations Shift Buyer Behaviour in Tehran's Dynamic Market

  As the Central Bank of Iran adjusts its monetary policy, homebuyers in Tehran are rethinking their purchasing decisions

  4 July 2026, 1:03 pm

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  Build-to-Rent Developments Promise Stability for Tehran Tenants—But at What Cost?

  Large-scale rental buildings have entered the Tehran market, offering predictable leases and modern amenities, as both buyers and renters grapple with affordability challenges.

  4 July 2026, 1:03 pm

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  Tehran's First-Home Buyer Surge Puts Spotlight on Price Entry Points

  Demand for starter flats jumps 17% as Gen Z buyers weigh risks and rewards from Sadeghieh to Niavaran.

  4 July 2026, 1:03 pm

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  Tehran's Gentrifying Pocket: Young Professionals Flock to Vanak

  The once-neglected suburb is now a hotspot for investment and regeneration, with prices rising by 20% in the past year alone

  4 July 2026, 1:03 pm

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  Chitgar Emerges as Tehran’s Growth Corridor Thanks to Major Infrastructure Boost

  New metro extensions and retail developments are transforming Chitgar into one of Tehran’s most promising investment hotspots.

  4 July 2026, 1:03 pm

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  Why Tehran’s Rental Vacancy Rate is at a Record Low—and Competition Keeps Getting Worse

  Fewer available homes and soaring demand mean tenants are battling for every listing from Gisha to Shahrake Gharb.

  4 July 2026, 12:30 pm

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  Shahr-e Ziba Poised for a Transformation as Tehran Considers Key Rezoning Plan

  Developers and homeowners eye northwest Tehran’s long-overlooked suburb as municipality fast-tracks new zoning proposals.

  4 July 2026, 12:30 pm

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  First-Home Buyer Activity in Tehran: Entering the Market Remains a Challenge for Young Families

  Average apartment prices in Tehran have risen again this summer, but first-time buyers are far from giving up, as pockets of affordability remain in select neighborhoods.

  4 July 2026, 12:30 pm

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  Tehran's Real Estate Market: A New Boom Cycle Emerges, Comparing This Market to the 2021 Boom Cycle

  As the Iranian capital's property prices surge, experts draw parallels with the 2021 boom, but with key differences in market drivers and consumer behavior.

  4 July 2026, 12:22 pm

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  Tehran's Hidden Gem: The Affordable Suburb Outperforming All Its Neighbours

  Nasim Shahr emerges as the dark horse of Tehran's real estate market, offering unbeatable value for investors and homebuyers alike.

  4 July 2026, 12:22 pm

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  Tehran Tenants Squeezed as Regional Cities Outpace Capital in Rental Affordability

  New figures show renters in provincial centres like Isfahan and Tabriz are saving thousands compared to those in central Tehran.

  4 July 2026, 12:21 pm

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  Options Narrow for Tehran Renters as Leases Expire and Supply Stays Tight

  With rents soaring from Shahrak-e Gharb to Narmak and few new homes in sight, tenants facing lease renewals must get creative and act fast.

  4 July 2026, 12:18 pm

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  Farmanieh: Tehran’s Blue-Chip Suburb That Still Offers Value for Investors

  Northeast Tehran’s leafy district is maintaining its prestigious edge, but sharp-eyed buyers can still unlock real value.

  4 July 2026, 12:18 pm

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  Tehran Property Market Heats Up as Investors Flood Back In, Intensifying Competition

  Buyers are facing sharper bidding wars and rising prices as investor groups return to key north and central districts.

  4 July 2026, 12:18 pm

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  Tehran’s Downsizing Wave: The Suburbs Luring Smaller-House Hunters in 2026

  Sandjaran and Farahzad chief among the neighbourhoods drawing retiring and middle-aged Tehranis looking for new lifestyles and stable investments.

  4 July 2026, 12:14 pm

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  Tehran’s Auction Clearance Rates Signal Cautious Optimism in Up-and-Down Property Market

  Sharp increase in successful auction sales hints at growing buyer confidence—but mixed signals remain for sellers across city districts.

  4 July 2026, 12:14 pm

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  Build-to-Rent Booms in Tehran: What New Developments Offer for Tenants

  As Tehran’s property prices soar, a new wave of build-to-rent projects is reshaping renting options for the city’s growing urban population.

  4 July 2026, 12:14 pm

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  Tehran Council’s Planning Shake-Up to Transform Density and Design Rules

  New zoning reforms could bring taller buildings and slimmer streets to Shahrak-e Gharb and Fereshteh, reshaping Tehran’s residential character.

  4 July 2026, 12:13 pm

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  Suburbs Where Buying is Now Cheaper Than Renting in Tehran

  Rising rents and shifting prices have tipped the balance in Tehran's far west, with buyers now saving over renters in key neighbourhoods.

  4 July 2026, 12:13 pm

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  Buyer's Agents Reveal Their Auction Day Tactics as Tehran Clearance Rates Hit Yearly High

  With median sale prices surging in District 2, Tehran buyer's agents are relying on stealth, strategy, and split-second timing to secure deals in one of the city's most competitive auction environments.

  4 July 2026, 12:13 pm

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  Shahrak-e Qods: The Affordable Tehran Suburb Outperforming All Its Neighbours

  With property prices surging across Tehran, one western district is emerging as the city’s unlikely investment winner.

  4 July 2026, 12:13 pm

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  Tehran’s First-Home Buyer Activity Stirs Amid Market Shifts: Key Entry Points Revealed

  New data from city agencies suggests a resurgence in first-time buyers as prices stabilize in select Tehran districts.

  4 July 2026, 12:13 pm

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  Tehran Property Prices Climb 13% Over Last Year, Led by North and Central Districts

  Quarterly figures reveal continued growth in Tehran’s real estate market, spurred by demand in Sa’adat Abad and Narmak.

  4 July 2026, 12:08 pm

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  Tehran Greenlights Major Mixed-Use Project Across from Valiasr Square

  Massive redevelopment on Jomhouri Avenue set to reshape CBD’s skyline and housing options after city council approval.

  4 July 2026, 12:08 pm

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  Chitgar: The Affordable Tehran Suburb Outperforming All Its Neighbours

  Soaring demand and new transport links are turning Chitgar into Tehran's unexpected investment hotspot, surpassing pricier neighbours like Shahran and Ekbatan.

  4 July 2026, 12:08 pm

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  Off-the-plan vs Established: First Home Buyer Comparison for Tehran

  We break down the risks and rewards of buying a newly built apartment off-the-plan versus a classic home in one of Tehran’s older neighbourhoods—and the grants first-timers can claim.

  4 July 2026, 12:08 pm

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  How Much Rent Is Too Much? The 30% Rule in Practice for Tehran Residents

  For young Tehranis and families alike, the 30% income threshold for rent is tested as prices climb in districts from Sa’adat Abad to Tehranpars.

  4 July 2026, 12:08 pm

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  Tajrish Villa Shatters Tehran Auction Record, Raising Property Market Stakes

  A luxury home sale in the leafy north pushes clearance rates and triggers debate on price sustainability.

  4 July 2026, 12:08 pm