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Current housing prices in Siem Reap in 2026 are moving slowly, but the best central homes are doing better than the rest of the market.
We constantly update this blog post so buyers can follow the latest Siem Reap property price trends with fresh data.
This article covers past price changes, current property values in Siem Reap and our forecast for the coming years.
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What are the current property price trends in Siem Reap as of 2026?
Siem Reap property prices in 2026 are not rising everywhere, because the market is mainly rewarding homes that are central, rentable and easy for foreign buyers or expats to understand.
The simple picture is that condos, apartments and small villas near tourism demand are improving, while many larger houses and outer borey homes still need patient buyers.
What is the average house price in Siem Reap as of 2026?
As of 2026, the estimated average residential property price in Siem Reap is about 805 million Cambodian riel, or about $200,000, or about €172,000, for a normal mix of houses, villas, townhouses, apartments and condos.
Using the same market mix, the estimated average property price per square meter in Siem Reap in 2026 is about 4.6 million Cambodian riel, or about $1,150, or about €990.
For most real buyers, a realistic 2026 Siem Reap residential budget is roughly 280 million to 2 billion Cambodian riel, or about $70,000 to $500,000, or about €60,000 to €430,000, because very cheap listings and luxury villas can distort the average.
How much have property prices increased in Siem Reap over the past 12 months?
Siem Reap residential property prices increased by about 3% over the past 12 months, which means the market is recovering, but not in a broad or speculative way.
The real range is wider than the average, with central condos and apartments up about 5% to 7%, central villas up about 3% to 5%, and many outer borey houses roughly flat.
The main reason behind this price movement in Siem Reap is the return of rental demand in central areas, even though weak credit and weaker Angkor visitor numbers still limit the recovery.
Which neighborhoods have the fastest rising property prices in Siem Reap as of 2026?
As of 2026, the three fastest rising property areas in Siem Reap are Svay Dangkum, Wat Bo and Sala Kamreuk, because they are close to the city’s strongest rental demand.
Our estimate is that Svay Dangkum property prices are up about 5% to 8%, Wat Bo property prices are up about 5% to 7%, and Sala Kamreuk property prices are up about 4% to 6% over the past year.
The main demand driver is simple: tenants, long-stay tourists and foreign buyers prefer walkable, central Siem Reap areas with restaurants, cafés, services and easy management.
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Which property types are increasing faster in value in Siem Reap as of 2026?
As of 2026, the fastest appreciating property types in Siem Reap are condos first, apartments second, small central villas third, and townhouses fourth.
The top-performing property type is the managed condo, with estimated annual appreciation of about 5% to 7% in the best central Siem Reap locations.
Condos are outperforming because Siem Reap has a small condo stock, and a simple managed unit is easier to rent, maintain and resell than a large house far from town.
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What is driving property prices up or down in Siem Reap as of 2026?
As of 2026, the top three factors driving Siem Reap property prices are tourism-linked rental demand, limited good condo supply and weak Cambodia-wide credit conditions.
The strongest upward pressure is the shortage of well-located, easy-to-rent homes near central Siem Reap, especially in Svay Dangkum, Wat Bo, Sala Kamreuk and Kok Chork.
If you want to understand these factors at a deeper level, you can read our latest property market analysis about Siem Reap here.
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What is the property price forecast for Siem Reap in 2026?
How much are property prices expected to increase in Siem Reap in 2026?
As of 2026, our forecast is that Siem Reap residential property prices will rise by about 3% across the full year.
A realistic forecast range for Siem Reap property price growth in 2026 is 0% to 7%, depending on whether the home is an outer landed property or a central rental-friendly condo.
The main assumption behind most 2026 forecasts is that tourism and long-stay rental demand improve slowly, while high lending costs stop the whole Siem Reap market from booming.
We go deeper and try to understand how solid are these forecasts in our pack covering the property market in Siem Reap.
Which neighborhoods will see the highest price growth in Siem Reap in 2026?
As of 2026, the Siem Reap neighborhoods expected to see the highest price growth are Svay Dangkum, Wat Bo, Sala Kamreuk, Kok Chork and the better-serviced parts of Chreav.
Our 2026 forecast is about 6% growth for Svay Dangkum, 6% for Wat Bo, 5% for Sala Kamreuk, 5% for Kok Chork and 4% for the best parts of Chreav.
The main catalyst is rental liquidity, because buyers in Siem Reap are more willing to pay for homes that can attract expats, long-stay tourists and reliable tenants quickly.
Chreav could surprise on the upside if infrastructure and services improve, because some parts of Chreav still look cheaper than the most central Siem Reap areas.
By the way, we’ve written a blog article detailing what are the current best areas to invest in property in Siem Reap.
What property types will appreciate the most in Siem Reap in 2026?
As of 2026, condos are expected to appreciate the most in Siem Reap, followed by compact apartments, small central villas and then townhouses.
The projected 2026 appreciation for the best Siem Reap condos is about 5% to 7%, especially for one-bedroom and two-bedroom units in managed buildings.
The main demand trend is the rise of easy-to-manage rental property, because many buyers want income without dealing with the repairs and vacancy risk of a large villa.
Large outer landed houses are expected to underperform in Siem Reap in 2026 because the buyer pool is smaller and rental demand is weaker outside the core city.
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How will interest rates affect property prices in Siem Reap in 2026?
As of 2026, interest rates are likely to reduce Siem Reap property price growth by about 2 to 3 percentage points because expensive credit makes buyers more cautious.
Cambodia does not have one simple mortgage benchmark like some countries, but normal borrowing costs remain in the high single digits, and mortgage rates are likely to stay restrictive in 2026.
A 1% rise in interest rates usually reduces buyer affordability by about 8% to 10% in Siem Reap, which often pushes sellers to negotiate rather than raise prices.
You can also read our latest update about mortgage and interest rates in Cambodia.
What are the biggest risks for property prices in Siem Reap in 2026?
As of 2026, the three biggest risks for Siem Reap property prices are weak tourism, high lending costs and oversupply in outer borey projects.
The risk with the highest probability is weak tourism demand, because Siem Reap residential rentals depend heavily on visitors, expats and long-stay guests.
We actually cover all these risks and their likelihoods in our pack about the real estate market in Siem Reap.
Is it a good time to buy a rental property in Siem Reap in 2026?
As of 2026, it can be a good time to buy a rental property in Siem Reap, but only if the property is central, easy to manage and priced for at least a 6% to 7% gross yield.
The strongest argument for buying now is that good rental-friendly homes in Svay Dangkum, Wat Bo, Sala Kamreuk and Kok Chork are still not in deep supply.
The strongest argument for waiting is that tourism is still fragile, so a buyer who pays too much for a weak rental property may face low occupancy and slow resale demand.
If you want to know our latest analysis (results may differ from what you just read), you can read our assessment on whether now is a good time to buy a property in Siem Reap.
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Where will property prices be in 5 years in Siem Reap?
What is the 5-year property price forecast for Siem Reap as of 2026?
As of 2026, our base case is that Siem Reap residential property prices will be about 22% higher in five years.
A conservative 5-year forecast for Siem Reap is about 10% growth, while an optimistic but still realistic forecast is about 35% growth for the best central homes.
This means the average annual appreciation rate in Siem Reap over the next five years is likely to be about 4% in the base case.
The key assumption is that tourism, flight connectivity and long-stay rental demand continue to improve, without a new credit shock in Cambodia.
Which areas in Siem Reap will have the best price growth over the next 5 years?
The top three Siem Reap areas for 5-year property price growth should be Svay Dangkum, Wat Bo and Sala Kamreuk.
Our projected 5-year cumulative growth is about 30% for Svay Dangkum, 28% for Wat Bo and 27% for Sala Kamreuk.
This is close to our shorter forecast, but the 5-year view gives more weight to infrastructure, urban growth and the gradual recovery of Siem Reap tourism.
The currently undervalued area with the best chance of outperformance is Chreav, but only in serviced pockets with good access to the city and real occupancy.
What property type will give the best return in Siem Reap over 5 years as of 2026?
As of 2026, the property type expected to give the best 5-year total return in Siem Reap is a managed central condo.
A good central condo in Siem Reap could deliver about 55% to 65% total return over five years, combining price growth and rental income before taxes and transaction costs.
The main structural trend is that more buyers want simple, rentable homes that can serve expats, long-stay visitors and small investors without heavy maintenance.
The best balance of return and lower risk is probably a completed townhouse or link house in a strong borey close to the city, because it can serve both local and expat demand.
How will new infrastructure projects affect property prices in Siem Reap over 5 years?
The three major infrastructure factors for Siem Reap property prices over the next five years are the new Siem Reap Angkor International Airport, the planned Phnom Penh to Siem Reap to Poipet expressway and urban mobility improvements around the city.
In Siem Reap, properties that truly benefit from completed infrastructure can earn a 5% to 10% premium, but only when the project improves daily access, tourism flow or rental demand.
The areas most likely to benefit are Chreav, Prasat Bakong, eastern approaches to the city and selected central areas that gain from better visitor movement rather than simple distance to the airport.
How will population growth and other factors impact property values in Siem Reap in 5 years?
Siem Reap city population growth is likely to be modest but steady over the next five years, and this should support property values slowly rather than create a sudden price boom.
The most important demographic shift is the growth of service workers, returning Cambodians, expats and long-stay visitors who need practical homes near jobs and lifestyle areas.
Domestic migration should support affordable houses and townhouses, while international demand should support managed condos, small villas and central rental properties.
The main winners should be condos, apartments and compact houses in Svay Dangkum, Wat Bo, Sala Kamreuk, Kok Chork and the better-serviced parts of Chreav.
We made this infographic to show you how property prices in Cambodia compare to other big cities across the region. It breaks down the average price per square meter in city centers, so you can see how cities stack up. It’s an easy way to spot where you might get the best value for your money. We hope you like it.
What is the 10 year property price outlook in Siem Reap?
What is the 10-year property price prediction for Siem Reap as of 2026?
As of 2026, our base case is that Siem Reap residential property prices will be about 50% higher over the next 10 years.
A conservative 10-year forecast is about 25% growth, while an optimistic forecast is about 80% growth for the best central condos and villas.
This implies an average annual appreciation rate of about 4% to 4.5% for the broader Siem Reap residential market.
The biggest uncertainty is whether Siem Reap tourism becomes deeper and more diversified, or remains too dependent on short-stay Angkor visitors.
What long-term economic factors will shape property prices in Siem Reap?
The three long-term factors that will shape Siem Reap property prices are tourism quality, flight connectivity and the city’s ability to grow south, east and west while protecting Angkor.
The most positive long-term factor is better tourism connectivity, because more stable arrivals would support rentals, resale liquidity and confidence in central Siem Reap property.
The biggest structural risk is overdependence on tourism, because a shock to visitor numbers can quickly weaken rents, buyer confidence and resale demand.
You’ll also find a much more detailed analysis in our pack about real estate in Siem Reap.
What sources have we used to write this blog article?
Whether it’s in our blog articles or the market analyses included in our property pack about Siem Reap, we always rely on the strongest methodology we can and we don’t throw out numbers at random.
We also aim to be fully transparent, so below we’ve listed the authoritative sources we used, and explained how we used them and the methods behind our estimates.
| Source | Why we trust it | How we used it |
|---|---|---|
| Knight Frank Cambodia Real Estate Highlights H1 2025 | Knight Frank is a major property consultancy with Cambodia market research. | We used it for Siem Reap supply, price ranges, yields and absorption. We gave it the highest weight for property structure. |
| Knight Frank Cambodia Real Estate Highlights H2 2025 | It gives a recent national property market view from a recognized consultancy. | We used it to understand the broader Cambodia property slowdown. We compared that context with Siem Reap-specific rental demand. |
| realestate.com.kh Siem Reap listings | It is one of Cambodia’s main live property portals. | We used it to check current asking prices in Siem Reap. We adjusted asking prices down because buyers often negotiate. |
| World Bank Cambodia Economic Update June 2026 | The World Bank is a primary source for Cambodia macroeconomic conditions. | We used it for the 2026 growth outlook, credit weakness and household pressure. We used these signals to keep forecasts conservative. |
| IMF Cambodia 2025 Article IV | The IMF is a primary source for financial and credit risk. | We used it for banking stress, real estate correction and credit risk. We used those risks to limit aggressive price growth assumptions. |
| World Bank Green Mobility in Siem Reap report | It is a city-level World Bank report focused on Siem Reap. | We used it for population, urban growth and mobility direction. We used it to understand why growth should avoid the protected Angkor area. |
| Cambodia 2019 Census | It is the official population source for Cambodia. | We used it to anchor household demand in Siem Reap. We compared census data with the World Bank city profile. |
| Angkor visitor statistics reported by Xinhua and The Star | It cites official Angkor Enterprise ticket-office figures. | We used it to check the 2026 tourism trend near publication time. We used the visitor decline to avoid an overly bullish forecast. |
| Siem Reap Angkor International Airport reporting | It reports airport capacity and official inauguration details. | We used it to assess long-term tourism capacity. We treated the airport as a structural support, not an instant price driver. |
| Phnom Penh to Siem Reap to Poipet expressway reporting | Construction & Property specializes in Cambodia real estate and infrastructure. | We used it for infrastructure pipeline context. We treated the expressway as medium-term upside because timing is still uncertain. |
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