Much of the Cambodian economy remains at a standstill as stricter quarantine measures are warranted to curb its spread. The Cambodian government has extended the lockdown of the capital city for another week and new zoning restrictions were implemented to halt its spread to other parts of the city. While these new measures appear to be means of allowing lower-risk areas to continue economic activity, it does beg the question: What about the rest of the Cambodian economy?Group CEO of Cambodia Investment Management Holdings, Anthony Galliano, joined Realestate.com.kh CEO Tom O’Sullivan in a discussion of the impact of lockdown measures on the Cambodian economy, specifically looking at its tourism, garment & textiles, agriculture, and construction & real estate sectors.The tourism sector has been the hardest hit since the global outbreak of COVID-19. The Ministry of Tourism’s report indicated that tourist numbers dropped by 80% in 2020, with only half of the first quarter of that year seeing arrivals comparable to previous years.“Tourism and hospitality are not in the best position at the moment,” said Anthony. “There was hope at the tail-end of 2020 but that the February 20 incident upset that”. Travel restrictions, from both ends of the flight, prevent most would-be tourists from coming to Cambodia. Anthony added that travel restrictions have stymied the growing tourism industry and the hospitality sector as a result.Tourist numbers have steeply declined over 2020 with continuing travel restrictions. Photo by the Khmer Times.Anthony noted that some form of international travel is returning like in China, Europe, and the United States but travel between South East Asian countries remains largely limited. “The gross revenue from tourism has been reduced to just over a billion dollars in 2020, a steep decline from the 4.9 billion we saw prior to COVID-19,” Anthony observed. He added that what activity tourism and hospitality saw in 2020 was frontloaded in Q1 before global tourism was put to a halt and that 2021 may be a more challenging year.The garment and textiles sector, which contributes 16% of GDP has done relatively well throughout the past year COVID-19 has been present in Cambodia largely due to healthy exports overseas, particularly those heading for the United States. The recent findings of positive cases in garment factories around Phnom Penh, however, have resulted in factories suspending operations and the sector is now facing problems of its own.The government recently announced that garment workers in factories under lockdown will receive a 50% salary in April. Anthony mentioned that this may affect the supply chain and put manufacturers in a position of struggling to meet orders. “This puts the sectors at risk of some orders being diverted to other production facilities like in Vietnam, Bangladesh, and Indonesia'' he said.Farmers find it difficult to transport goods during the lockdown. Photo from the Khmer Times.The agricultural sector is another big contributor to Cambodia’s economy employing a third of the workforce. Cambodia’s primary exports of rice, fruits, and vegetables have been integral in its export portfolio. However, Anthony observes a trend towards “self-consumption” instead of production on a large scale.“It’s an unfortunate trend as there’s a lot of small-scale farming. The country’s agricultural sector has held much promise in large-scale production that has not been realized yet” said Anthony. He says that one of the biggest problems of the sector is the low amount of foreign direct investment it receives compared to other industries in Cambodia despite consistent support from the public sector.“One of the things that could help is the Free-Trade Agreement with China,” said Anthony. He mentioned that part of the FTA is the exports of Cambodian agricultural products to China. The arrangement is already bearing fruit with a large shipment of mangoes worth $470 million. Anthony cites this as a momentum to increase agricultural production and exports despite COVID-19.In terms of real estate, Anthony noted that land properties remain an extraordinarily resilient market. “The land market is almost always on the uptrend and I’ve never met anyone who said they bought land and lost money on it,” he said. Owning land property remains a largely exclusive right to Cambodian citizens and has been a source of a boon for many landowners selling or leasing land in the wake of the Kingdom’s fast-paced development.On the other hand, new developments such as condominiums have seen some downward pressure following the community outbreak. “Volume of transactions are down by 15% to 20% in the condo market and we’ve seen prices go down by 20% to 30%,” said Anthony, “There are even some offering up to 40% discounts which shows a short-term slowdown in the market”.Anthony shares the observation much of the condominium market has been focused on the international market. But as travel restrictions currently stand, these buyers are not able to see the properties for themselves, and as a consequence, do not pursue purchases as they did prior to COVID-19. Nevertheless, Anthony reminds everyone that Cambodia’s real estate market is still in its early stages.“In my 20 years in Asia, if you look at the skylines of Bangkok, Jakarta, Kuala Lumpur, and Manila, these markets started out with very little development and they just exploded and demand self-fulfilled itself over the years,” he said. Historically, dips in the market have been windows where property buyers keen on making a good investment by buying low. Cambodia’s current market landscape presents an opportunity to look for deals on the market.Phnom Penh’s city skyline at night. Supplied.At the start of 2021, the National Bank of Cambodia forecasted a 4% economic growth for the Kingdom if vaccines can successfully curb the spread of the virus. “The light at the end of the tunnel appears to be flickering in and out every time there is a community spread” according to Anthony, “But there are silver linings in all of this”.Anthony lauds the government, particularly the Ministry of Health, for having a vaccination plan in place. “The government is quite well-organized. Vaccinations are arriving, there’s a schedule of different vaccines, and the Ministry of Health has a very clear plan of distributing these vaccines” he also credited the business community for their financial support and the commitment of the population to implemented quarantine measures.“The lockdown has somewhat slowed the infection rates. I believe that vaccine rates will go up in the next couple of months and we might see a rebound by the 4th quarter” he said. He cautioned that the first signs of recovery may not include tourism. But other industries, such as construction & real estate, garment manufacturing, and agriculture may see initial signs of rebounding towards the end of 2021.Looking to get in on the next live interview? Sign up here!

The utility of graphs and other forms of market data cannot be discounted when it comes to analyzing the sentiment of local consumers. However, we cannot also set aside the importance of directly asking homeowners/seekers: “What do you look for when buying a property?”This week, Mom Sothavatey, GM & Lead Manager of Realestate.com.kh shares her experience in home buying and insights into the Cambodian property seeker’s mindset. Catch her this May 5th (Wednesday) @ 2pm GMT+7 on Realestate.com.kh’s Facebook Page!Vatey has worked in the real estate industry for 5+ years in Cambodia and been with Realestate.com.kh for 3+ years. In her time at Realestate.com.kh she has worked in Digital Sales, Developer Relationship Management, and Marketing before becoming the GM with a major focus directly speaking to various property buyers and overseeing leads that we generate for our clients and those leads are serviced to a high level. Vatey is also a recent homeowner herself. Therefore we will explore her decision-making process from a local Cambodian buyer's perspective, as well as discuss what local Cambodians are looking for right now, from a first home buyer's point of view to a local Cambodian investor.If you’re an agent, property developer, or property investor, this can provide some much-needed insight into the Cambodian property seeker’s mindset!Pre-register for the event here: REGISTER HERE

Covid-19 has been a major effect to almost every industry dated since early of 2020 until present time, as well as in real estate industry. Due to the seriousness of the global situation, all flights forcibly stopped the operation until recovery. During the disruption of pandemic, nearly whole market is unpredictably going down, the buyers have more bargaining power in purchasing, hence most of the project is utilizing prize discount to attract more buyers and stimulate their sales. Surprisingly, Le Condé BKK1 have been performing very well ever since the last 2 quarters of 2020 and achieved remarkable sales volume to be the top sale project in the market. Likewise, the project itself becomes very popular in the Cambodia market. Effective from 23th April 2021, Le Condé BKK1 is pleased to inform that the unit price is increasing 5%. As Le Condé BKK1 homeowner, congratulations that your property has gained 5% capital yield.  From client’s and professional agent’s perspectives, Le Condé BKK1 is a rare and iconic condo development that is highly efficient for both living and investing. That is why a quick positive reputation of this project well-earned as Awards Winning Project by PropertyGuru despite the pandemic.  Situated in great location of central Boeung Keng Kang I, Le Condé BKK1 is thoroughly designed to create the first revolutionary condominium in Cambodia market with healthy, luxury and smart living lifestyle. All these strong factors made this project undeniably great for comfortable living and high return in rental that contributing to high demand from customers, especially smart home technology.  One of core principles of Le Condé BKK1 is firmly to protect homeowner’s interest. So your investment with Le Condé BKK1 project is and will be continuously secured. Le Condé BKK1 is really thankful for your trust and investment in our team and in return we promise to make your investment worthwhile for long-term relations. Besides high-class condo units with smart-home technology and revolutionary facilities, to upgrade this project to be a truly harmonious community, Le Condé BKK1 will introduce you the new product soon, the developer will announce the detail information in May. Stay tuned with us!  Looking to get in on the next live interview? Sign up here!

Quarantine Fun Challenge is a fun and rewarding online challenge that was initiated by Le Condé BKK1 project to entertain people during this lockdown period by making a fun video of your quarantine time.To support the Government during this lockdown, Le Condé BKK1 initiated this online challenge and now it is valid until 5th May 2021 to join and the winners will be announced on 7th May 2021.Le Condé BKK1 understands that it is a very tough moment for everyone. Taking this opportunity, Le Condé BKK1 would like to encourage people to stay alert with a strong mentality while doing quarantine, however, they still can have fun by joining this challenge at home. What’s even more interesting, many big prizes for the winners, the biggest prize is $1,500 cash for the winner with the most creative video.Right after the announcement, quickly hundreds of participants made videos to join our challenge sharing their quarantine fun day, showing that quarantine is not boring at all but we still can have some fun too. We have noticed some famous idols also joined our challenges like HRH Princess Norodom Pongsoriya and our handsome YouTuber Heng Visal.Many of the challenge participants expressed their positive feedback on this online challenge that this is a brilliant idea; while people stuck at home, they are easily getting bored and not very productive, however this challenge is very entertaining, interestingly a lot of big prizes. They also shared it with their friends and relatives to join.Le Condé BKK1 is a high-class residential condo project situated in a great location - central of Boeung Keng Kang 1 with revolutionary amenities. In the market, it’s very well-recognized because it’s the first smart home project in Cambodia. All these remarkable factors made Le Condé BKK1 the top sale and outstanding project thus far.

Prime Minister Hun Sen speaking at an event prior to lockdowns. Photo by K/T Khem SovannaraPrime Minister Hun Sen announced last night he will end the lockdown in Phnom Penh and other provinces, but some small areas with a high risk of infections will remain under restrictions.His announcement was made in response to a Facebook user, asking him about the situation after May 5, a deadline to reopen Phnom Penh and Takhmao City after three weeks of lockdown to prevent the spread of COVID-19.“There is no reason to continue to close it. We will reopen provinces or capital. [We] can close small areas where there is a high risk of infections,” he said.“Ongoing lockdowns are compulsory to reduce the infection and deaths of our people. Please understand a common difficulty faced by the nation,” he added.Originally published in the Khmer Times:https://www.khmertimeskh.com/50849886/lockdown-in-phom-penh-and-takhmao-to-be-lifted-after-may-5/

This week the CEO of Realestate.com.kh Tom O'Sullivan will be sitting down with Mr. Anthony Galliano, the Group CEO of Cambodian Investment Management Holding to discuss the impact of the lockdown on the Economy and dive into its ramifications for the Real Estate market.CLICK HERE TO REGISTER TO ATTEND THE WEBINAR The webinar will start on Wednesday, April 28th, 2021 @ 2pm GMT+7. In keeping with lockdown measures, the interview will be conducted via Zoom and will be streamed on Realestate.com.kh’s Facebook page.Realestate.com.kh is continuously working to provide local property seekers and international investors with the tools and information in relation to the Cambodia property market.If you missed last week's webinar (Covid updates & important information for the real estate sector in Cambodia) with the President of the CVEA Mr. Chek Soknim you can watch it here.

CVEA President Chrek Soknim gave us insights into the real estate market’s response to the lockdown measures imposed in Phnom Penh. This article is a summary of the interview, which you can view in full-length on Realestate.com.kh’s Facebook page.On the eve of Khmer New Year celebrations (14th of April), the Cambodian Government implemented strict lockdown measures in Phnom Penh and Takhmao to prevent the spread of COVID-19. This is on top of the previously mandated 8pm to 5am curfew implemented throughout Phnom Penh. Many businesses, particularly in the real estate sector are wondering: “What happens now?”Cambodian Valuers and Estate Agents Association (CVEA) President Chrek Soknim joined Realestate.com.kh CEO Tom O’Sullivan in a discussion about navigating the current landscape as well as a discussion on any possible reforms to allow agents and the industry to continue business during this period.“Everyone is experiencing a measure of challenge in light of the lockdown” said Mr. Soknim. “This certainly affects the Cambodian property market, especially in Phnom Penh. But this has not deterred our efforts to continue doing business with the help of technology”.He highlighted the importance of recognizing the danger posed by COVID-19, following government-mandated health measures, and finding ways to continue doing business despite current circumstances.The elephant in the room was the question of whether or not properties were still moving in the market, and Mr. Chrek clarified that deals are still being closed. “Deals are still being facilitated even during the lockdown” he said.Properties for sale have noticeably slowed down but are still receiving inquiries from interested buyers. Mr. Chrek observed that developments have an easier time closing deals during this period as opposed to existing homes. If you are interested in knowing more about all the new developments for sale in Cambodia, check them out here on Realestate.com.khGenerally “property buyers have all the information they need online and I think they will revisit the property market once the lockdowns are alleviated. After all, the nature of doing business in real estate is being able to see the property first-hand” he said. Mr. Chrek Soknim emphasized that providing information via online means has been crucial in capturing and keeping interest despite restrictions.Mr. Chrek considers the overall current situation as far from being a crisis. “The market is still strong as the interest is there. It’s just a matter of being able to visit the properties so buyers can make the right decision for themselves,” he said. On the contrary, he sees the current situation as an opportunity for property agents to learn additional skills while they stay put at home. “There are plenty of online resources that teach negotiation, sales, and marketing skills,” citing that he himself is subscribed to an online course teaching management and negotiation skills. “This is a good time for real estate agents to expand their skills so they have something more to offer for when the market eventually bounces back”View in full-length webinar on Realestate.com.kh’s Facebook page.Article by:

While Cambodia has been facing COVID-19 for more than a year, it is only now that a strict government-enforced lockdown has been implemented. Many businesses, particularly in the real estate sector are wondering: “What happens now?”CVEA President Chrek Soknim joins Realestate.com.kh CEO Tom O’Sullivan in an exclusive interview to discuss how the real estate market is responding to the new measures and how to best navigate the market throughout the lockdown.CLICK HERE TO JOIN THE LIVE INTERVIEWThe interview will start on April 21st, 2021 @ 2pm GMT+7. In keeping with lockdown measures, the interview will be conducted via Zoom and will be streamed on Realestate.com.kh’s Facebook page.Realestate.com.kh is continuously working to provide local property seekers and international investors with the tools and information in relation to the Cambodia property market.

Phnom Penh may see a slowdown in property market activity as inter-district travel becomes more restricted. SuppliedThe Cambodian property sector is facing a new round of challenges with the introduction of stricter lockdown measures last Khmer New Year. This time, however, Phnom Penh is at the center of the new quarantine measures leading many businesses, particularly real estate agencies & developers to adapt once again.CBRE Cambodia, a leading real estate consultancy firm, released its Q1 2021 Market Report before the Khmer New Year. According to their latest assessment, the condominium sales market saw respite from the few consecutive quarters with the high-end seeing an uplift of 4.8%, the affordable market seeing an uptick of 3.5%, while the mid-range saw a slight downward movement of 0.4%.The uptick in average sale prices in Q1 2021, particularly in the high-end, is an interesting trend as it is in contrast with how the property market reacted to the comparatively less severe November 28 incident. Though it is worth noting that Cambodia started 2021 with high hopes; such as the positive economic forecast from the National Bank of Cambodia (NBC) sometime back in January 2021.The CBRE report additionally noted only 12 out of the 19 expected condominium completions were delivered from the 2020 pipeline. The delays in construction can largely be attributed to supply chain disruptions across the globe.In terms of rental rates, CBRE’s report observed a positive movement over the first quarter of 2021. The high-end saw an increase of 1.3% and the mid-range saw a 1.7 increase. The affordable market, however, boasted 3.5% quarter-on-quarter growth likely caused by the market’s shift towards the segment.CBRE’s report notes that while these are positive signs, there is still a long way to go to make up for the decreases in both sale and rental prices witnessed over the course of 2020. As a comparison, the high-end rental rate at the end of the relatively well-performing Q1 2021 is still 9.4% below its value from Q1 2020.The property market’s recovery is directly tied with the confidence of buyers to go out and spend. While it is still early to determine how much the lockdown will affect condominium sales and rental trends further into 2021, we can expect the market to slow down due to intercity travel restrictions and the added red tape required to travel between areas.

Borey Lorn City is one of the anticipated boreys soon coming in Chaom Chau 2, Por Sen Chey. Supplied.The supply of landed property projects in Phnom Penh to grow at a rapid pace over the 6 months leading to Q1 2021, according to CBRE Cambodia’s recently released Marketview Q1 2021 Report.Over the 6-month period leading to Q1 2021, Phnom Penh’s landed property sector saw 21 launches across 9 districts. CBRE’s report estimates that these projects will add around 15,500 units to Phnom Penh’s landed property supply. In terms of completions over the same period, CBRE reports that 11 new projects were opened adding 4,500 units to the total housing stock in the capital city.The shift towards more affordable housing continues as newly launched projects are targeting the affordable housing sector. According to CBRE’s report, over 60% of newly launched linkhouses and over 70% of single villas will be priced in the affordable housing range.The report also showed areas where new existing housing supply, currently under construction, and recent launches are located. Sen Sok remains the top choice for many landed housing developments due to its vast flatlands, growing road networks, and increasing availability of commercial establishments that encourage movement in the area.Chbar Ampov, on the other side of Phnom Penh, ranks a far second in terms of existing supply. The peninsula district has also been a popular destination for borey developers. However, Dangkao district is set to overtake Chbar Ampov in existing stock once all its recorded projects are completed.Realestate.com.kh’s upcoming Real Estate Survey 2021 also reported keen interest from property seekers to purchase landed property in Sen Sok and Chroy Changvar in the next 12 months. The report explains that the preference for landed property among Cambodians is driving the popularity of suburban living, and will likely continue to do so in the foreseeable future.Interestingly, CBRE’s report notes a downward adjustment in average quoting sale prices for landed properties. In the period since Q3 2020, single villas saw a downward adjustment of 20.1% followed by linkhouses with a negative adjustment of 19.5%. Other landed property types followed with downward adjustments: 16.7% for shophouses, 15.4% for flathouses, and 13.5% for twin villas.Property seekers looking for landed homes may find it easier to find good deals on the market. To aid this search, Realestate.com.kh is launching the Online Property Flash Sale from May 6 to 9, 2021 featuring new developments and resale properties offered at more attractive prices. Interested buyers are encouraged to register for free.Article by:

The WorldBridge Sport Village is one of the most unique and exciting residential projects soon coming to Phnom Penh. The project is a massive undertaking near the Morodok Techo National Sports Complex, Cambodia’s first modern multipurpose and international standards sports facility designed to host the participants of the 2023 Southeast Asian Games.Upon completion in 2023, the WorldBridge Sport Village is set to become the finest residential choice for any individual/family looking for a comfortable suburban living experience with all the facilities that support an active and sporty lifestyle. In a nutshell: the ultimate Olympic village where you can live like an Olympian!Need to practice your swing for that game with the boys? There’s an in-house driving range for the golf enthusiast. Want to work on your cardio nearby? The running track has got you covered. Want a quick sweat with a game of tennis? Say no more. Or if you're the type who likes to sculpt one's own body indoors, the fully stocked gym will help you get those goals.WorldBridge Sport Village’s location itself is an exciting environment reflecting an active mindset. Having the WorldBridge Sport Village as your home means that you put a premium on living an active, healthy life full of sports and recreation. The surrounding area holds a potential for a great future as its earmarked with more commercial developments soon offering WorldBridge Sport Village residents plenty of things to do and places to see.Garden City’s massive entertainment spots surround the project namely the Waterpark, Safari, and Golf Club, three destinations ideal for families in the WorldBridge Sport Village. The new campus of the Royal University of Phnom Penh is also set to be within a few minutes drive from the project, making it an ideal residence (or even rental investment) for students/families in the long run. The grand cherry on top, however, is the Samdech Techo Hun Sen Dragon City, a 35,000-hectare mega-project set to be the new city centre of Phnom Penh coming in 2028!The WorldBridge Sport Village’s whole concept is designed to integrate all these surrounding features with a top-shelf, comfortable living experience where every whim can be satisfied without having to leave its grounds - all without interfering with their sense of security and privacy. The WorldBridge Sport Village will come with its own shopping mall, residents can engage in retail with all the international brands as well as have all necessities within arms reach right from the supermarket. After a shopping expedition or a hard day of active living, one can unwind in one of the many exquisite food and beverage outlets.We’ve talked plenty about what residents can do when living, but where can they actually stay?The WorldBridge Sport Village has quite the variety when it comes to the different units available. There's the top-tier Condo Residential unit, which provides spacious rooms with up to 3 bedroom options and the best view of the stunning landscape that surrounds the whole complex.There are Semi-detached villa units for those who prefer a more individual residence. The high-quality features and interiors built into these villas give the impression of a holiday getaway home, except it’s actually someone’s actual home.The Row and Townhouses are among the best in their respective classes providing a modest yet high-quality home for the many Cambodian families that would fit well here. Shophouses at the WorldBridge Sport Village let the entrepreneurial spirit of Cambodians stretch its legs with the space allotted for them to set up shop.The WorldBridge Sport Village is soon coming in 2023 and will be one of the most exciting developments in Chroy Changvar, and even Phnom Penh! If you’re interested, check out their property listing for a special price offer.

Get the best prices on the best properties in Cambodian real estate this coming May 2021!Realestate.com.kh, the leading real estate portal in Cambodia, is proud to announce the launch of the Realestate.com.kh Flash Sale, which will take place from May 6 to 9, 2021. The 100% online event will be one of the biggest 4-day sales events in Cambodian history, where property hunters can buy their dream home at some of the best prices ever seen!Realestate.com.kh Online Property Flash SaleDATE: May 6 (Thursday) - May 9, 2021 (Sunday)TIME: 9:00 GMT+7Secure discounts from Cambodia’s top developments & agents100% free registration$200 Fully Refundable Reservation Fee on the day to reserve the discounted priceFor a span of 4 days, first-time home buyers, property investors, and anyone in between can go online shopping for their dream property offered with the best prices of the year from Cambodia’s top developers and agents.Registration for the online event is FREE and interested buyers are highly encouraged to pre-register for the event to receive important information about participating developments leading up to the event. All complete details and discounts on properties, however, will only be revealed on the 6th of May, Thursday!This event follows the huge success of the inaugural online property sales event in Cambodia hosted by Realestate.com.kh in 2020 where over $20 million dollars worth of property was booked!Once the event launches, buyers will be able to find their favorite property and reserve the discount by paying a fully refundable deposit of $200 USD on the day. Buyers who reserve a unit during the 4-day event will then be provided a minimum of 14 days to choose the actual unit with the developer, discuss terms and sign a sales and purchase agreement. If in any case, the buyer does not follow through with their purchase, they will be fully refunded their $200 reservation fee.Lessons from previous economic downturns indicate that property prices dip and certainly bounce back; presenting a small window where buyers are able to acquire properties at significantly more attractive prices. Realestate.com.kh’s Flash Sale seeks to deliver that opportunity to local buyers and international investors in the Kingdom of Cambodia.Realestate.com.kh will be working with Cambodia’s hottest and most popular developments in the market as well as all the trusted real estate agents and agencies to reach as many buyers as possible both locally and internationally.Conventional offline means of reaching clients have been severely hampered by current quarantines and restrictions. The Online Property Flash Sale this coming May will be an avenue where buyers can safely browse for new homes and for agents/developers to present their properties while keeping everyone safe! Interested agents and developers are encouraged to reach out to Realestate.com.kh urgently.Realestate.com.kh has been at the forefront of connecting buyers, developers, and agents and contributing to Cambodia’s real estate market growth since 2009. The Online Property Flash Sale’s objective is to pursue this growth despite the necessary quarantines through continued online marketing efforts.If you are an agent or developer and want more information about this event please contact:Shengwei Zhao 赵生伟English/Chinese+855 085 321 897shengwei.zhao@realestate.com.khSumey Soun ស៊ូមុី សួនKhmer+855 077 241 285mey.soun@realestate.com.kh

Borey Nadi is a brand new borey development in Chroy Changvar district with a unique take on modern community living. Supplied.Cambodia’s continuing struggle with its latest COVID-19 wave is keeping most people indoors, and with more people indoors, the fewer people there are in showrooms. But the preference for land, and the homes that come on top of it, remain a top choice for many Cambodian buyers.According to Realestate.com.kh’s upcoming Real Estate Survey 2021, around 66% of its more than 2,000 respondents chose Phnom Penh as their choice of location. Top districts in the capital for landed property are somewhat tied between Sen Sok at 22% and Chroy Changvar at 21%.Sen Sok is known for its vast flatlands with increasing infrastructure that support both residential and commercial developments. It also does not hurt that the biggest mall in the city, AEON Mall Sen Sok, is located in the district. Realestate.com.kh previously reported that Sen Sok is one of the districts with the lowest median sale prices for property in Phnom Penh.The peninsular district of Chroy Changvar itself is seeing continuous interest from both borey and condominium developers. What Chroy Changvar lacks in its commercial appeal, it certainly makes up for in its natural beauty and suburban living that has become popular among property seekers. This combination has attracted many interesting developments such as Borey Nadi. This borey is a new development in Chroy Changvar that boasts a modern take on community living with its aesthetics and even has cherry blossom trees within its premises, just to name a few of its features.Interestingly enough, the survey also gathered that Cambodian respondents maintain a strong preference for land and landed properties when it comes to property choices. Around 45% chose land as the property they are most likely to buy. Landed properties such as shophouses and villas trail at 22% and 16%, respectively.Apartment units come in last of residential properties at 13% among surveyed Cambodian buyers. The remaining 4% is split among commercial and industrial property choices. However, foreign buyers who participated in the survey overwhelmingly chose apartments as their primary choice - unsurprising as foreigners cannot hold landed properties in the country.A majority of Cambodians are still interested in buying property while a third are choosing to save money for future purchases/investments. The severity of the Feb-20 event continues to streak across the country leading to a significant amount of respondents interested in a new home indicating that they are unsure of when would they will be buying.Despite slowdowns in property market activity, infrastructure projects by the government have not ceased. It is a given that infrastructure, particularly in transportation, are generational developments that would take years if not decades for its return on investment. Authorities pursuing these long-term plans during an economic lull help maintain the future potential of many landed properties in and around Phnom Penh.Article by:

PHNOM PENH, 27 March 2021 –  GCC today announced the launch of Nadi Care for Borey Nadi’s residents. This exciting program is an exclusive service specially curated for residents in Borey Nadi. The Nadi Care program is launched in conjunction with the 5-year anniversary establishment of GCC in Cambodia.“This program is first-of-a-kind in Cambodia. GCC is always a caring developer who believes in crafting the best ever service for the buyers. We recognize that buying a new home represents an important investment and so a great deal of care and workmanship has gone into this development and the establishment of this community. We want to make sure that your home along with the community and recreational facilities are designed to meet your needs and your family members. Nadi Care is a program specially curated to ensure all houses can enjoy effortless luxury living in the community. From a private shuttle to AEON Mall to organising a wedding party at Crystal Hall, the team at Nadi will make sure that nothing is a trouble when the house owners are with us.  We want to make sure that the residents need not worry as their parents and kids can take our private shuttle to AEON mall or any other places safely and comfortably,” said Eric Chong, Chief Executive Officer of GC City and GC Empire.   He added that all buyers of Borey Nadi will automatically become privileged members of Nadi Care as they can enjoy all Nadi Care services and also preferential rates at selected GCC’s subsidiary outlets.  There are a total of 12 services to be associated with Nadi Care which includes basic services such as Private Shuttle Service, 24 Hours Security System, 24 Hours Emergency Medical Support, and ala carte services with 24 Hours Emergency Maintenance Service, Residential Moving Coordination, Housekeeping Service, Personal Trainer, Laundry Service, Car Owner Care, Car Rental & Taxi Service, Event Coordination and Residence Provisioning.“We are passionate about our first Borey development in Cambodia, and we want to make it the best in the market. Borey Nadi is strategically located at Chroy Changvar area, surrounded by various completed and under-construction landmark development such as Morodok Techo National Stadium, Phnom Penh Safari, Win-Win Monument, Dinosaurs Alive, Garden City Golf Club, future Royal University of Phnom Penh campus, Chroy Changvar Satellite City and so on.  With the launch of Nadi Care, we are now one step closer to realizing our vision to bring inspired living to the market and to our esteem buyers. We are building a company that is synonymous with properties that offer world-class quality, innovation, and sustainable and caring value.” Internationally renowned property management consultant Keystone Properties and Bun & Associates are two existing partners for Borey Nadi. Today with the launch of Nadi Care, the level of services provided by Borey Nadi will be further enhanced with the offering of quality and liveability that Cambodia has yet to see.  “GCC has been detailed looking into many contexts so that Borey Nadi can express the vision we imagine for this development.  We are willing to spend extra effort and money to make the Nadi care successful.   Smart buyers will definitely value our effort.  We are delighted to receive a lot of positive feedback and compliments since we opened for sales.   We will launch more exciting projects to our portfolio by this year, for instance, the GC Orussey Market, a local wholesale market that will be a future hotspot and attraction for locals and tourists. We hope you are as excited as us to welcome these projects”, added Eric Chong. At the conference, Eric presented information on Nadi Care whilst also walking through the audience Nadi Care Mobile App.  He also shared about the latest Khmer New Year promotion which Borey Nadi buyers who place booking from 27 March to 30 April will be entitled to local or overseas travel packages to Song Saa Island or Japan. During the Khmer New Year promotion, Borey Nadi also provides a special and convenient payment option for clients to own their dream house at Borey Nadi at an installment as low as USD600 per month.About GCCGolden Cambodia Century (GCC) is an investment holding company from Hong Kong specializing in real estate development, land investment, and financial services (trust and fund management). GCC aims to be a 360 ° full-scale service property developer in Cambodia. Currently, there are 7 subsidiary companies under GCC, which consist of GC City GC Land, GC Empire, GC Realty, GC Design, GC Management, and GC Credit. Current projects of GCC include Borey NADI by GC City, CEO Wyndham Residence, GC Orussey Market, GC Residence at Chroy Changva, and Ream City at Sihanoukville.

Food and beverage businesses are continuing to see a massive drop in-store sales as COVID-19 persists in Cambodia. Photo by K/T Pann Ranchana.The February 20 Community Incident, as if posting, raised Cambodia’s total confirmed COVID-19 cases from 484 to 1753 in a span of 4 weeks. The spike in cases was accompanied by 4 deaths (as of March 22) directly related to COVID-19. Both national and local governments are scrambling to contain the virus’ spread as more provinces report new cases on a daily basis.The resurgence of COVID-19 fears is forcing residents, especially in Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, and Sihanoukville to stay indoors once again. Food & Beverage retailers, in particular, have been hit the hardest over the past year by the lack of people going out due to fears of catching the virus. It was previously reported that 58% of vacated retail spaces are from F&B operators, according to a previous report by The Mall Company (TMC), a retail specialist in Cambodia.The most recent February 20 community incident has vastly surpassed the November 28 incident, requiring more long-term planning from F&B operators in Cambodia.“For Food & Beverage retailers, the go-to everyone is talking about is the delivery apps. But they don’t replace store sales,” said Simon Griffiths, Managing Director of TMC. “They [delivery apps] bring in anywhere from 20% to 40% of normal sales volumes for retailers who have active digital strategies. The truth is, online delivery apps can boost sales and can make stores more profitable but ultimately cannot replace in-store sales, which have plummeted”Delivery apps becoming more prevalent and in-store sales plummeting has been a trend among F&B retailers in Cambodia. “During the COVID-19 peak, delivery sales were about 60% of our total sales which was a big jump from being around 20% normally.” said an operator of several restaurants, who has chosen to stay anonymous.He shares the same observation that while delivery apps help sales figures they cannot replace store sales to be sustainable. “Delivery gives us the extra sales we need to make staying open worth it. With delivery apps, however, the spread is much smaller due to commissions and we don’t increase our prices by a lot on delivery apps; we try to keep it close to store prices.”The idea of going solely online has become more popular the longer the pandemic persists though the transition may not work for all businesses. “You can run a business completely through online delivery sales, if it were designed that way,” the operator said. “But many businesses have existed pre-pandemic and have physical stores with manpower to retain, rent to pay, etc., we’re all just trying to be as efficient as possible, aiming to break even and ensure that people have jobs”The limited revenue for this extended period of time has shifted the priorities of many F&B operators. Marketing campaigns, for example, have taken a less important role in day-to-day operations. “Marketing is not a top priority for us right now, but that largely depends on what kind of market you’re serving,” he said. “Right now, our market is apprehensive about going outside,” he shared. “So, we’re not exactly pushing anything new nor spending extra. What marketing we have currently is focused on maintaining a presence.” He elaborated that they are keeping up a consistent social media presence supported by traditional media.“Delivery apps themselves are a marketing tool of their own. And they do sometimes focus on our brands,” he said. “So, whenever a new player comes in, we just join because out of sight, out of mind, right?Article by:

The city's property supply has now shifted to mid-tier properties in the most popular residential areas. Supplied.Phnom Penh’s property market attracted much attention over the last decade due to its fast-paced growth and high-end properties that appealed to many foreign investors. The impact of COVID-19 shifted the market’s focus away from foreign investors and diverted to the demands local market. This resulted in the already-growing popularity of mid-tier projects in both condominiums and boreys to see increased attention from developers.According to Knight Frank’s recently released Cambodia Real Estate Highlights H2 2020 report, mid-tier developments (priced between $1,000 to $2,500 per sqm) in condominiums and boreys account for more than half of the current market and will continue to make up most of the supply until 2023.Condominium supply in Phnom PenhThe Phnom Penh Galaxy Garden is a popular condominium project in Sen Sok district. Supplied.Knight Frank reports that as of H2 2020, there are a total of 24,101 units spread across 83 condominium projects in Phnom Penh. Despite the negative impact of COVID-19, Knight Frank expects an increase of 53,741 units in the next three years, bringing the cumulative supply to 77,572 units by 2023. The report projects that future supply will be 58% Mid-Tier and 42% High-End.In terms of location, Chamkarmon remains the most popular residential area of Phnom Penh with 32% of condominium stock found in the district. This is followed by Sen Sok at 13%, 7 Makara at 11%, Chroy Changva at 10%, Boeing Keng Kang at 8%, Mean Chey at 7%, and Toul Kork at 7%.The report notes that the outbreak of COVID-19 took a heavier toll on the condominium sector in the latter half of 2020. The continuing threat of the pandemic was not helped by the November 28 Community Event that forced authorities to close down certain businesses to mitigate further community transmissions.How much the pandemic has affected the larger economy has been a cause for concern in many project launches. According to Knight Frank, only a total of 5 new off-plan projects were launched in H2 2020, significantly less than the 15 new off-plan projects launched in H2 2019. The report summarizes that it would be an understatement to say that property developers are looking for better times to launch new projects.Despite tough circumstances, Knight Frank’s outlook for the condominium sector remains positive as the announcement of vaccines and their availability may reignite confidence in the market and allow developers to pick up returning activity.Borey supply in Phnom PenhLanded homes dominated property searches in Sen Sok over 2020. Supplied.According to Knight Frank, a total of 11 new completions were welcomed into the market which brought the existing borey housing supply to 63,913 units spread across 164 developments. Knight Frank’s report projects supply would increase to 81,240 units post 2022 across 219 developments.The report indicates that Mid-Tier developments dominate the market supply at 52% followed by Affordable developments at 37%. The High-End of the borey market takes up the least share at 11%.Given the landed nature of boreys, Knight Frank reports that the highest concentration of landed housing is in Sen Sok making up 23% of the total supply. This is followed by Dangkao at 17%, Russey Keo at 12%, Kamboul and Meanchey at 11% each, Chbar Ampov at 8%, Chroy Changvar 7%, and Por Senchey at 6%, and Prek Pnov and Chamkarmon at 2% each. The remaining 1% of supply is split between the more central districts of Daun Penh, 7 Makara, Toul Kork, and Boeung Keng Kang.Knight Frank’s report observed that the high economic growth Cambodia saw over the past few years has led to a larger disposable income for local property seekers. An increasing number of middle-class buyers are looking to purchase their own homes pushing developers to meet the newly identified demand. This was reflected in the relatively healthy activity in the borey market up until the first local transmission commonly referred to as the November 28 Community Event which saw sales activities drop significantly.Landed property will likely remain popular among Cambodians. Knight Frank’s outlook suggests that major housing developers remain confident in the market’s demand indicated by the continued launch and completions of new projects, all the while maintaining quality despite the economic turbulences throughout 2020.Article by:

Best rate makes BRED Bank a smarter choiceBRED Bank Cambodia is making positive progress in the Kingdom’s domestic property market thanks to its market-leading home loan rate of just 6.66%.The bank (part of the international banking group, BRED Banque Populaire) opened for business in the Kingdom in 2017 and has quickly established a strong branch network and comprehensive range of products. Its highly competitive home loans can be used to purchase borey homes and brand new apartments and condos as well as refinancing existing properties or investing in properties to rent.The competitive nature of BRED’s home loan packages led to a recent tie-up with popular real estate agencies to offer finance to new home buyers at the many up-market borey developments that are exclusively managed by the global real estate agent.Committed“We’re completely committed to helping Cambodian people to own their own homes,” says BRED Bank Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Guillaume Perdon. “Our branch and call centre staff are always available to discuss home loan options and to make quick decisions on applications so that people can secure their dream homes.”Consistently competitiveBRED Bank Cambodia has consistently offered the most competitive home loan rates in the Kingdom - just 6.66% for the first year. With tenor up to 20 years, no loan approval fee, and the ability to borrow up to 80% of the property’s value, it’s a great-value home loan from a highly-reputable international bank.International standardsAs you’d expect from a group with over 36 million customers worldwide, BRED Bank Cambodia operates to the highest international standards giving customers the reassurance and security they need in such an important and valuable transaction. Friendly and flexibleThe bank also has an excellent reputation for great service with locally-recruited Relationship Managers able to advise on the best package to suit individual needs and assist throughout the buying process. BRED Bank can be contacted by calling free on 1800 20 1234 or online at bredpersonalbanking.com/home-loans

The Cambodia Real Estate Survey 2021 is part of Realestate.com.kh’s efforts to give industry stakeholders a good grasp of the Kingdom’s property market. Supplied.Realestate.com.kh, the largest real estate classifieds portal in Cambodia, recently launched its annual Real Estate Survey for 2021. The popular real estate website launches this annual survey to help the country’s real estate industry grow, improve standards and provide valuable insight and data for all real estate stakeholders - for free!Realestate.com.kh is launching the survey at a time when the country’s real estate sector is coming out of a tough economic year. For the past decade, Cambodia’s construction and property sector was growing at a rate that attracted significant attention from foreign investors with no signs of slowing, until the outbreak of COVID-19 in 2020. Given the importance of surveying the market at this crucial time, Realestate.com.kh is giving online survey participants a chance to win a premium staycation. Participants who complete the survey will be given the best chance to win a FREE 2-night staycation (spa services included) at the Baitong Hotel in BKK1.Simply scan the QR code, complete the survey for the best chance of winning, and help the wider Cambodian real estate industry at the same time!Link to survey:Cambodia Real Estate Survey 2021QR CODE:

Own and rent Phnom Penh’s most luxurious apartment, Sky Villa!High-end residential in central Phnom Penh. 281-509㎡ hardcover apartment. Leasing options coming soon![Property] Sky Villa 2-bedroom, 3-bedroom fully furnished apartment[Area] 281-509 ㎡ [Rent] The average price of 2 bedrooms is $2600/month, and the average price of 3 bedrooms is $3500/monthAmenities and services included: Internet, TV, property fees, parking space, cleaning twice a week, swimming pool, and gym.【TYPE A1 (417㎡)】3-bedroom, 3-bathroom large apartment in Phnom Penh【Living room】 1【Restaurant】 1【Kitchen】 1【Storage Room】 2【Maid Room】 1【Dressing Room】 1[Balcony] 4 (Extra large L-shaped viewing balcony 2, master bedroom private balcony 1, working balcony 1)As the only large flat-floor apartment in the capital, Sky Villa households have their own large viewing balconies. The living room, dining room, bedroom, bathroom and kitchen are all transparent and spacious. 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The three-pronged approach of sports, leisure, and 360-degree viewing is designed to be set against the skyline, allowing for an escape from the suffocation of urban space, and ultimately satisfy the most luxurious whim of residents The Sky Villa Club on the top floor also has a wine cellar, a recreation room, which can be used as a private room, and a reading area. Next to the club is a restaurant that can make delicious and delicacies.An important reason for the popularity of large apartment flats is the choice of location, which eliminates the tedious daily commute and directly improving your everyday living experience.In addition to its exclusivity, the value of Sky Villa also has unparalleled location advantages. It occupies the central axis of Phnom Penh City, specifically, the southern part of the Olympic Stadium in Makara District. 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Quayside 313 is a relatively new and popular retail center in the Riverside area of Phnom Penh. Photo from The Mall Company.The year 2020 was an economically tough year for a majority of retailers in the Kingdom. According to The Mall Company (TMC), a commercial real estate and retail specialist in Cambodia, Food & Beverage stores accounted for 58% of Phnom Penh retail space vacancies recorded by Q4 2020. The F&B category is followed by fashion retailers second at 21% and health & beauty stores third at 9% over the same period.Food and beverage stalls, especially in retail malls, largely rely on foot traffic for revenue. The lack of shoppers visiting Phnom Penh malls for most of 2020 negatively affected sales volumes causing a number of F&B retailers to suspend operations.With no new retail project deliveries in Q4 2020, a total of 370,781 sqm of retail space was logged at the end of 2020. According to TMC, the looming COVID-19 threat created a poor retail environment where store sales saw record-low levels for much of 2020. TMC further explains this resulted in a total of 16,247 sqm of retail space vacancy in 2020, an 85% increase from the 8,760 sqm of retail space vacancy recorded in 2019.The retail spaces in Chamkarmon made up 4,825 sqm or 30% of total retail vacancies in 2020. The district is followed by Meanchey at 16%, 7 Makara at 14%, and Toul Kork at 12%. When it comes to retail formats, Community Malls saw the most vacancies in Phnom Penh measured at 9,565 sqm or 59% of the total retail space vacancy in 2020. Retail spaces in Shopping Malls fared comparatively better having only seen 3,091 sqm of its retail spaces vacated in 2020.“Retail stores in shopping malls like AEON have strong and well-financed brands, operators, and franchises; Community Malls generally speaking, less so,” said Simon Griffiths, Managing Director of The Mall Company.Despite an 85% increase in vacancies, TMC’s report explains that this could be an opportunity for well-capitalized retailers to secure prime locations that were previously unavailable or prime locations in new projects and attempt to negotiate favorable rents at lower rates than pre-COVID-19 levels.Article by: