Hong Kong’s home prices reach 19-month high as rise gathers pace
South China Morning Post
by Cheryl ArcibalFebruary 25, 2026
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Hong Kong’s home prices have reached their highest level in over 19 months, reflecting a robust recovery that began in the second quarter of 2025. According to official data, lived-in home prices rose by 0.53% month-on-month in January, marking the tenth consecutive month of growth. This sustained increase has pushed the city’s home price index to 301.4, its highest point since June 2024. Rents also continued their upward trajectory, surging by 0.3% from the previous month, further solidifying the market’s resilience.
The recovery, which started in mid-2025, has seen a cumulative rebound of 5.79% since March 2025, surpassing the 300-point mark for the first time in over a year and a half. This upward trend reflects ample liquidity in the market and clear signs of pent-up demand, according to experts. Hannah Jeong of CBRE predicts that Hong Kong’s residential market will remain resilient and positive in 2026, driven by these factors.
Hong Kong’s real estate market is a key indicator of broader economic trends in Asia. The sustained growth in home prices and rents highlights the city’s enduring appeal as
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Originally published on South China Morning Post on 2/25/2026