Year: 2026 2025 2024
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Seoul, South Korea

Property prices · 2025 · Asia · Price +4% vs 2024

Price/sqm — City Centre KRW 12,480,000
Price/sqm — Outside Centre KRW 7,800,000
1-Bed Rent / Month KRW 1,248,000
3-Bed Rent / Month KRW 2,288,000
Avg Mortgage Rate 4.20%
Price-to-Rent Ratio 28.0x Renting is generally more cost-effective

Property price trend in Seoul (2024–2026)

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Property comparison — cities in South Korea (2025)

City Centre /sqm Outside /sqm 1-Bed Rent vs Seoul
Seoul KRW 12,480,000 KRW 7,800,000 KRW 1,248,000
Incheon KRW 7,596,000 KRW 5,064,000 KRW 1,002,250 -39.1%
Busan KRW 6,857,500 KRW 4,431,000 KRW 949,500 -45.1%
Daegu KRW 4,747,500 KRW 3,165,000 KRW 738,500 -62%

Other Asia cities (2025)

Frequently asked questions

How much does property cost in Seoul in 2025?

In Seoul, the average price per sqm in the city centre is KRW 12,480,000, and KRW 7,800,000 outside the centre (2025 data). Prices have risen 7% since 2024.

How much is rent in Seoul in 2025?

A 1-bedroom apartment in Seoul rents for approximately KRW 1,248,000 per month in 2025. A 3-bedroom apartment costs around KRW 2,288,000/month.

Is it better to buy or rent in Seoul?

Renting is generally more cost-effective in Seoul. The price-to-rent ratio is 28.0x — it would take approximately 28.0 years of rental payments to equal the property purchase price. Current mortgage rates are approximately 4.20%.

What are mortgage rates in South Korea in 2025?

The average mortgage rate in South Korea is approximately 4.20% as of 2025. With a price-to-rent ratio of 28.0x, buyers should carefully weigh mortgage costs against rental savings.

How have property prices in Seoul changed?

Property prices in Seoul have changed +4% vs 2024. Since 2024, prices have increased by 7%. Use the year tabs above to compare prices across years.

What is the price per sqm in Seoul?

The average property price per square metre in Seoul city centre is KRW 12,480,000 in 2025. Outside the centre, expect to pay around KRW 7,800,000/sqm.

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