A study by Impulso analyzing 1.4 million potential buyers in Lima shows internet connectivity, Metro access, and hybrid work spaces now drive real estate decisions. Location and price remain key, but buyers in Peru's capital are increasingly evaluating how buildings support remote work, daily travel, and household utility savings.
Impulso tracked digital behavior from 2024 to 2026 to measure shifting priorities in the Lima housing market. The study found that 88.4 percent of potential buyers consider inside-building connectivity indispensable, while 80.2 percent associate an innovative real estate project with Smart Home or home automation solutions. Furthermore, 78.4 percent prioritize flexible and multifunctional layouts, and 73.1 percent value common areas equipped with technology like coworking spaces and digital services.
Internet access has shifted from a secondary feature into a central factor when comparing residential projects. Buyers inspect fiber optic availability, indoor coverage, and bandwidth for simultaneous video calls, online classes, and streaming platforms. To meet this demand, developers are installing fiber optic conduits, smart lighting and security systems, digital locks, and building management apps, which help buyers avoid extra post-purchase adaptation costs.
Public transit links and commuting expenses
Transit access is also reshaping how buyers evaluate property locations. In a city where daily commuting requires substantial time, living near stations along Line 1 of the Lima Metro reduces travel times and lowers vehicle, fuel, parking, and transit expenses. This proximity benefits both buyers seeking a home for personal use and investors aiming to attract student and worker tenants who commute to major employment hubs.
Districts such as Surquillo, San Borja, La Victoria, and parts of Santiago de Surco are gaining attention due to their connections to transit corridors and commercial centers. Surquillo sits between established residential areas like Miraflores, San Isidro, and Santiago de Surco. Its position allows developers to offer competitive prices while providing access to transit, commerce, and digital infrastructure.
Flexible apartment layouts and energy savings
The spread of hybrid work has changed how residents organize private living space. Extra bedrooms or secondary areas are frequently converted into home offices, study zones, or virtual meeting spaces. Buyers look for acoustic isolation, built-in furniture, and adaptable storage. Developers are also building shared coworking spaces, videoconference booths, and charging stations, giving residents remote work options without purchasing larger units in a market limited by price per square meter.
Utility consumption forms another key factor in buyer decisions. Buyers focus on monthly water and electricity savings from efficient lighting, water-saving fixtures, ventilation, and natural light rather than environmental certifications. Buyers calculate total housing costs by looking beyond purchase price to include long-term maintenance, utilities, commuting, and building adaptations.
