Young Peruvians, between 18 and 34 years old, are currently the most interested in buying propertiesaccording to data from real estate specialist platforms. QuintoAndar points out that this trend is due to a growing interest in exploring new investment opportunities, with the real estate sector standing out as an attractive option. This is driven by factors such as real estate fairs and the reduction in interest rates.
According to Andrea Noceda, commercial manager of QuintoAndar, owner of Urbania and Adondevivir, one of the key reasons behind this trend is the growing interest of young people in exploring new forms of investment. This motivates them to consider the market real estate through the purchase of homes, as this sector has begun to show greater dynamism.
Which are the 10 districts most in demand by young people to live in?
The portal also highlights the 10 districts with the highest demand for the home purchase by young people, covering both the areas known as Lima Top as well as Lima Moderna. Although districts such as San Juan de Lurigancho and Comas lead the most populated areas of the capital, they are not in the top with the greatest interest.
- Jesus Maria
- Saint Borja
- Santiago de Surco
- Surquillo
- La Molina
- San Isidro
- Magdalena
- San Miguel
- Miraflores
- Free town
What are the home-buying trends among young people in Lima?
Young people’s preferences vary depending on the area in which they live. LimeIn the Top districts of Lima, such as Santiago de Surco, Miraflores, San Isidro and La Molina, 21% opt for homes of more than 160 m², while 20% prefer properties between 101 and 130 m².
On the other hand, in Modern Lima, which includes districts such as Magdalena, San Miguel and Surquillo, the preference leans towards households smaller. 39% are looking for properties between 61 and 80 m², and 18% prefer sizes ranging from 41 to 60 m². This behavior reflects adaptations to new ways of living, such as the increase in remote work and living with roommates.
As for preferences for the number of bedroomsmore than 50% of searches focus on properties with at least three bedrooms. âThis type of search occurs for various reasons, the increase in home office jobs means that families allocate a room exclusively for work or study,â explained Noceda. In addition, the increase in young people who become independent with roommates also influences this demand.
The analysis of these trends shows a significant mobilization in the Peruvian real estate marketwith young people leading this dynamic. The area of ââJesĂşs MarĂa and Pueblo Libre is also among the districts with high demand. In terms of profitability, experts in the sector agree that the drop in interest rates has been a decisive factor.
Who is looking for more housing in Lima, men or women?
According to Urbania data, the demand for properties It is evenly distributed between men (51%) and women (49%).
Source: Larepublica
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