Key Takeaways Transit-oriented development, or TOD, combines public transport with housing, retail, offices, and community facilities. Qatar’s national planning framework specifically promotes higher-density, mixed-use development around public transport nodes. Qatar has designated 28 urban centers, including Lusail, West Bay, The Pearl, and several town and district centers. Lusail’s master plan
Key Takeaways Confirm whether you are legally eligible to own the specific property before arranging a viewing. Ask for the title deed, property details, ownership status, and any relevant documentation early. Separate the advertised price from the total cost of buying and owning the property. Ask about service charges, maintenance,
Key Takeaways Infrastructure can improve a property’s accessibility, tenant appeal, and long-term marketability, but proximity alone does not guarantee price growth. Qatar’s national planning framework specifically links transport, mixed-use development, accessibility, and sustainable urban growth. Lusail and surrounding northern districts benefit from major road, transit, pedestrian, and cycling infrastructure. Al
Key Takeaways Smart buildings in Qatar are moving beyond basic automation toward connected building management and data-driven operations. Lusail was planned with smart metering, smart grids, intelligent traffic management, and building automation in mind. Qatar’s TASMU program has specifically identified smart-building applications for residential and commercial development. Smart HVAC management
Key Takeaways FGREALTY recorded 460 deals from January 1 to August 27, 2026, compared with 406 in the same period of 2025, a 13.3% increase. Sale deals rose 21.3%, from 127 to 154, while rental deals increased 9.7%, from 279 to 306. Total sale value reached QAR 440.65 million, up
Key Takeaways FGREALTY has been appointed master agency for The Grove and The OQ Residences by JMJ Group Holding, according to the partnership announcement provided for this article. The master-agency model creates a centralized sales structure between the developer, buyers, investors, and cooperating brokers. The Grove comprises 293 residences and
Key Takeaways Mixed-use development is a defined part of Qatar’s national spatial-planning strategy, not simply a developer marketing concept. Qatar’s National Master Plan promotes mixed land uses, transit-oriented development, active ground floors and pedestrian-oriented centers. Lusail is planned as a self-contained city with residential, commercial, retail, hospitality, education, healthcare and
Key Takeaways Qatar’s urban planning framework increasingly links walkability with compact, mixed-use and transit-oriented development. Lusail’s master plan includes 67 km of cycle and pedestrian routes connecting its districts. Lusail also planned an integrated light-rail system with 38 stations across 38 km, connecting its districts. Msheireb Downtown Doha includes pedestrian-friendly
Key Takeaways Waterfront communities such as The Pearl Island combine residential, retail, dining, marina and beach facilities in one master-planned setting. City districts such as West Bay and central Doha generally offer stronger proximity to major offices, government services and established business areas. The Pearl Island covers approximately 4 million
Key Takeaways Law No. 8 of 2026 amends provisions of Qatar’s Law No. 4 of 2008 on Real Estate Leasing. The lease-registration charge changes to a fixed QR250 per residential, commercial, or other unit covered by the registration transaction. The previous registration structure was 0.5% of annual rent, subject to