Ranked: The most expensive cities for buying, holding & selling prime property around the world
Rising interest rates are causing buyers to be more mindful of the associated costs when transacting, according to Savills.
World cities see prime property prices rise at fastest rate since 2016
"The prime residential sector is likely to remain strong through the rest of the year," says Savills in its latest World Cities Index.
Buy, Hold & Sell: How expensive are London’s property taxes on the world stage?
New research reveals the associated costs of buying, holding and then selling a property around the globe...
Mapped: Prime property price movements around the world
Measuring the performance of luxury resi markets in fifteen world cities over a one and five-year period (2010 to Q3 2015), this handy map from Knight Frank and EY has exposed some key macro trends at-a-glance.
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In Pictures: $400mn LA mansion becomes world’s most expensive open-market property listing
Agents describe the eight-acre estate as the 'Crown Jewel of Los Angeles'.
In Pictures: Soho House founder’s private Scottish island hits the market with £10mn eco-lodge plans
Inchconnachan has been listed for sale at £3mn as-is, or at £10mn for a turn-key luxury retreat delivered under the 'direction & vision' of hospitality maven Nick Jones.
Nuhu-designed penthouse at Stirling’s Carlton Gardens scheme hits the market
Boutique agency lists 'showstopping' proposition just off the Mall for £13.9mn.
US buyers drive £16mn of deals at luxury Mayfair scheme
Penthouse at REDD’s 6 Charles Street changes hands amid a flurry of American-led activity.
Mapped: How prices & rents have shifted across London’s top neighbourhoods so far this year
Latest data shows sales values falling across most PCL areas, with sharper drops in some of the most exclusive markets.
Knight Frank notches up £173mn of prime country sales in Q1
Correctly priced homes are still attracting competitive interest despite an uncertain backdrop, says agency.
A buying agent’s view: On holding positions, spring optimism & a market in search of stability
Jamie Freeman discusses fragile confidence, lifestyle-led demand and why off-market deals are on the rise.
‘Last man standing’ London set for H2 inflection, predicts agency
The capital's prime resi market is overdue a resurgence in 2026, suggests one bullish property firm - citing a 'structural decline of every serious global alternative'.
Jo Eccles: Overconfidence is costing buyers in the core market
Eccord's MD runs through three key themes in the PCL market this month, including a disconnect between buyer expectations and reality - and why it's becoming harder to correctly interpret pricing.
Savills appoints two new heads of lettings in south west London
Aaliyah Joumana & Morgan Frewin will lead departments in Bishops Park & Richmond respectively.
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‘Absolutely brutal pricing’ now the only way to get activity, says top PCL agent
Winkworth flags 'major reset' as market adjusts to a new reality.
Opinion: Is the great British love affair with property finally on the rocks?
After years of regulatory pressure, the long-standing relationship is getting complicated, says agency boss Trevor Abrahmsohn.
Lai among senior hires as UK Sotheby’s bolsters PCL line-up
Brokerage's recruitment drive continues as top-end operators join from firms including YOUhome and Chestertons.
International demand for UK homes has dropped 10% in the last year
American interest has climbed as European demand dwindled and Middle Eastern buyer numbers dropped sharply.
Knightsbridge townhouse with Royal connections & Versailles-inspired interiors seeks £8.25mn
Selling agents say this former sculptors' studio 'has the potential to be one of the finest residences in Knightsbridge.'