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Property sales grew 23% year-on-year in the Province and suffered a slight monthly decline - Ambito Financiero
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September 23, 2025
By José Luis Cieri
12,964 deeds were signed in the province of Buenos Aires. Which homes prevailed in demand and by what price range?
Downtown area of La Plata and near the Courts in the capital of the province of Buenos Aires
The Buenos Aires real estate market consolidated a new increase in the number of deeds in August, with a level of transactions that is among the highest in the last two decades . According to the survey by the Notaries Association of the Province of Buenos Aires, 12,964 sales transactions were recorded, representing a year-over-year increase of 23% compared to the 10,507 transactions in August 2024 .
The data reinforces a trend that has spanned the entire year: a recovery in the volume of sales, parallel to the return of mortgage lending (now in doubt with some banks pausing and more demanding conditions for access ) as a central tool for home financing. Although a 3% drop was observed compared to July—13,334 deeds were signed that month—the level of activity remains well above that of recent years and confirms an expansionary cycle that, according to industry leaders, has not yet reached its peak.
In this context, notaries and real estate agents agree that demand remains strong, although with signs of declining in recent weeks due to the effect of the dollar ( now on the decline ) and rising interest rates.
The president of the Real Estate Chamber of the Province of Buenos Aires (CIBA), Lilian Ledain , explained that the increase in deeds reflects transactions carried out months earlier. She stated: “The increase in August reflects sales that took place between the end of May and July, since it takes at least 40 days for a transaction to complete until the deed is issued. In the first half of the year, the market transformation was due to the emergence of mortgage loans, which many people were able to take advantage of.”
Regarding the most sought-after properties, he specified: “In general, the best sellers were studio apartments for investment between $35,000 and $40,000, one bedroom apartments that, depending on quality and area, can be between $50,000 and $65,000, and two-bedroom apartments that are located between $80,000 and $110,000. Other sought-after products are lots in the northern area of La Plata, Gonnet, City Bell and Villa Elisa, for values between $50,000 and $100,000.”
Downtown La Plata, one of the most dynamic areas of "the City of Diagonals"
Regarding the future outlook, Ledain warned: "The real estate market has been in a slump for a couple of months due to the slowdown in mortgage lending. Most banks raised interest rates. Only Banco Nación maintains its conditions, but with more stringent compliance requirements. If lending declines permanently, prices would remain stable, but a rise in the dollar could change them."
Regarding demand, he noted: "It remains active, especially for smaller and more expensive properties, such as studios and one-bedroom apartments, which are more affordable. Prices in La Plata range between $50,000 and $80,000 for apartments, and between $120,000 and $180,000 for houses in the northern region."
The specialist also highlighted that buyers without credit are turning to other sources: "They are turning to savings, family assistance, or private financing to purchase properties, while rentals are driving housing demand. Many see this as an opportunity to acquire properties at lower prices before a possible rise in values, driven by demand from buyers with savings and investment as a safeguard of value," Otero Rossi concluded.
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La compraventa de propiedades creció 23% interanual en Provincia y sufre leve baja mensual
Se firmaron 12.964 escrituras en la provincia de Buenos Aires. Qué viviendas prevalecieron entre la demanda y por qué rango de valores.
www.ambito.com
September 23, 2025
By José Luis Cieri
12,964 deeds were signed in the province of Buenos Aires. Which homes prevailed in demand and by what price range?
Downtown area of La Plata and near the Courts in the capital of the province of Buenos Aires
The Buenos Aires real estate market consolidated a new increase in the number of deeds in August, with a level of transactions that is among the highest in the last two decades . According to the survey by the Notaries Association of the Province of Buenos Aires, 12,964 sales transactions were recorded, representing a year-over-year increase of 23% compared to the 10,507 transactions in August 2024 .
The data reinforces a trend that has spanned the entire year: a recovery in the volume of sales, parallel to the return of mortgage lending (now in doubt with some banks pausing and more demanding conditions for access ) as a central tool for home financing. Although a 3% drop was observed compared to July—13,334 deeds were signed that month—the level of activity remains well above that of recent years and confirms an expansionary cycle that, according to industry leaders, has not yet reached its peak.
The positive trend in August was supported by financing. The surge in mortgages sustained the market's momentum and allowed year-over-year growth to reach one of its highest levels since the mid-2000s.In this context, notaries and real estate agents agree that demand remains strong, although with signs of declining in recent weeks due to the effect of the dollar ( now on the decline ) and rising interest rates.
Mortgages on the rise
The month's unique feature was the sharp increase in mortgages. August closed with 2,287 mortgage deeds, representing a 206% jump compared to the 747 registered a year earlier. Compared to July, the growth was 5%, confirming the importance of financing as a driving force in the Buenos Aires market.
The president of the Real Estate Chamber of the Province of Buenos Aires (CIBA), Lilian Ledain , explained that the increase in deeds reflects transactions carried out months earlier. She stated: “The increase in August reflects sales that took place between the end of May and July, since it takes at least 40 days for a transaction to complete until the deed is issued. In the first half of the year, the market transformation was due to the emergence of mortgage loans, which many people were able to take advantage of.”
Regarding the most sought-after properties, he specified: “In general, the best sellers were studio apartments for investment between $35,000 and $40,000, one bedroom apartments that, depending on quality and area, can be between $50,000 and $65,000, and two-bedroom apartments that are located between $80,000 and $110,000. Other sought-after products are lots in the northern area of La Plata, Gonnet, City Bell and Villa Elisa, for values between $50,000 and $100,000.”
Downtown La Plata, one of the most dynamic areas of "the City of Diagonals"
Regarding the future outlook, Ledain warned: "The real estate market has been in a slump for a couple of months due to the slowdown in mortgage lending. Most banks raised interest rates. Only Banco Nación maintains its conditions, but with more stringent compliance requirements. If lending declines permanently, prices would remain stable, but a rise in the dollar could change them."
Runners' Perspective
Dolores Otero Rossi , director of Otero Rossi Real Estate in City Bell, highlighted the magnitude of the current cycle. “The best performances of the last 20 or 25 years were recorded for several months in 2025, with very marked year-over-year increases in purchase and sale transactions. The number of deeds executed with mortgage loans increased sharply, reflecting the greater impact of financing in the market,” she noted.Regarding demand, he noted: "It remains active, especially for smaller and more expensive properties, such as studios and one-bedroom apartments, which are more affordable. Prices in La Plata range between $50,000 and $80,000 for apartments, and between $120,000 and $180,000 for houses in the northern region."
The specialist also highlighted that buyers without credit are turning to other sources: "They are turning to savings, family assistance, or private financing to purchase properties, while rentals are driving housing demand. Many see this as an opportunity to acquire properties at lower prices before a possible rise in values, driven by demand from buyers with savings and investment as a safeguard of value," Otero Rossi concluded.
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