How Urbanization is Transforming Cambodia's Real Estate
- Andrew Millar
- Aug 15, 2025
- 1 min read
Updated: Nov 29, 2025
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Report Description
15th August 2025 (online)
Urbanisation is reshaping Cambodia at remarkable speed, and this article from realestate.com.kh explores how shifting demographics, expanding cities and rising investor interest are combining to transform the Kingdom’s real estate landscape.
Summary
Cambodia’s population reached 17.9 million in 2025, supported by 1.5% annual growth due to high birth rates and improving healthcare.
A youthful demographic profile, with 30% of the population aged 0 to 14 years and a median age of 26, is strengthening the labour market and productivity prospects.
Urbanisation increased from 26% in 2023 to 27% in 2025, with city populations growing at nearly 3% per year.
Demand for housing is rising rapidly, with tens of thousands of new units required annually to support growing cities and expanding middle-income communities.
Commercial and industrial real estate growth is accelerating, driven by diversification and Special Economic Zones, particularly around Sihanoukville.
Foreign direct investment has injected USD $24 billion into construction in recent years, supporting sustainable technologies and modern development standards.
Expanding urban infrastructure, including transport networks and utilities upgrades, continues to push property values higher and strengthen economic competitiveness.
About realestate.com.kh
realestate.com.kh, founded in 2009, is a leading property information platform in Cambodia, offering listings, market insights and real estate guidance for buyers, sellers and investors.
It supports transparency in the sector by providing accessible data and analysis across residential, commercial and mixed-use developments.
The organisation plays an important role in shaping informed property decisions throughout Cambodia’s dynamic real estate market.
Website: realestate.com.kh