Batumi 2026: $1.3 billion in transactions, returns of up to 16%, and international investors—is now the right time to get involved?
Key indicators (source: Colliers Georgia, Galt & Taggart):
Transaction volume for 2025–Q1 2026: $1.3 billion
Year-over-year growth: +15%
Share of foreign buyers: 77%
12-month price growth for new-build properties: +13.5%
Why do international investors choose Batumi?
Over the past 12 months, Georgia has attracted significant investment from the Gulf states and Turkey. Analysts attribute this to the region’s geopolitical stability, a liberal visa regime, and Batumi’s growing reputation as a year-round resort. Major international deals are signed directly with development companies, which accelerates the launch of new projects.
💰 Rental yield (actual figures for May 2026):
Object type | Short-term rentals (Airbnb) | Long-term rent |
Studio by the Sea | 12-16% per year | 9-10% |
One-bedroom apartment on New Boulevard | 10-14% | 8-9% |
Premium apartments with sea views | 8-10% | 6-7% |
HomeRadar's Verdict (June 2026):
It's worth buying—but not just anything.
✅ Go for properties in newly built, professionally managed projects—they’re in high demand among foreign buyers.
❌ Don't buy: older properties that haven't been renovated and don't have a sea view—the return on investment there has dropped to 4–5%.
📅 Updated: June 4, 2026. Updated yield data for May 2026 has been added.
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