According to the annual report published by real estate consultancy Colliers, Romanian investors emerged as the primary source of capital in the local real estate market in 2025, generating approximately 30% of the total transaction volume. This significant contribution underscores a shift towards local market confidence and establishes a solid foundation for positive future developments.
Local Capital Bolsters Romanian Real Estate
Over the past decade, domestic capital has amassed investments totaling around 1.8 billion euros. While the total real estate transaction volume in Romania reached approximately 525 million euros in 2025, marking a nearly 30% decrease from 2024, the consolidating role of local capital has been identified as a key factor for market stability.
Ionuț Mandanac, Associate Director | Capital Markets at Colliers, emphasized that this structural change is building a strong base for future positive evolution and signals that the local market is gaining confidence in its own capabilities.
Office and Industrial Sectors Show Strong Potential
The retail segment led investments, accounting for approximately 38% of the total volume in 2025. Following closely, the office segment represented about 31% of transactions, notably attracting new investors to the local market. Relevant transactions included the acquisition of the first phase of the Equilibrium project in Bucharest by the Hungarian fund Gránit Asset Management for approximately 52 million euros, as well as the purchase of the Victoria Center building by investor Solida Capital. This indicates a healthy appetite for quality office spaces, presenting excellent opportunities for businesses seeking modern headquarters.
Favorable Conditions: Stable Yields and Accessible Financing
Prime yields for premium properties remained stable in 2025, offering attractive returns for investors and indicating market maturity. Dominant shopping centers yielded approximately 7.25%, premium office buildings 7.50%, and top industrial spaces 7.75%. For businesses eyeing warehouse or industrial facilities, these stable yields suggest a predictable market. Furthermore, financing conditions improved for high-performing projects, with financing margins for solid assets currently ranging between 200 and 250 basis points, signaling gradually more accessible credit.
Positive Outlook for 2026 and Regional Attractiveness
Regionally, the six major markets in Central and Eastern Europe collectively attracted approximately 11.6 billion euros in investments in 2025, a substantial 31% increase over the previous year. Colliers consultants attribute the region's renewed attractiveness to investors to stabilizing yields, diversifying financing sources, and returning liquidity.
For Romania in 2026, Colliers anticipates moderate growth in real estate investments, driven by market stabilization and ongoing negotiations. The total volume could once again exceed 750 million euros, potentially reaching 1 billion euros in a favorable scenario. This robust forecast signals a period of sustained activity and growth, making Romania an increasingly attractive destination for businesses looking to rent or expand their office or warehouse space.
