Investing in Cambodia: Yields, Appreciation & Ownership

The numbers that decide it — rental yields, occupancy, appreciation and the ownership rules and taxes for buying in Cambodia.

Driven by urbanization, a young demographic, and a growing expat community.

MetricValueNotes
Urbanization Rate22-24% · 2025Significantly lower than regional peers, indicating substantial future growth potential.
Foreign Investment Growth800% · Past decadeIndicative of increasing international confidence and market activity.
Tourist Arrivals6.7 million · 2024Shows strong recovery and potential for rental demand.

Attractive returns with potential for capital appreciation.

MetricValueNotes
Average Gross Rental Yield6 to 8 percent · 2025-2026National average for apartments and condos.
Net Rental Yield (Estimated)1.5 to 4 percent · 2025After accounting for property management, maintenance, and taxes.

Ownership & Tax — Who Can Buy in Cambodia

BuyerPermittedTenureConditions
Cambodian CitizenYesFreeholdUnrestricted
Foreign National (condo)ConditionalStrata Title2nd floor or above; max 70% foreign per building
Foreign National (land)NoLeaseholdNo land; 50-year renewable lease or nominee only

Investment figures are directional market estimates, not guarantees — actual yields, rates and appreciation vary by property, operator and timing. Verify with a professional before investing.

Cambodia — questions

Can NRIs buy property in Cambodia?

NRIs and OCIs can freely buy residential and commercial property in India (not agricultural land), with purchase funds routed through NRE/NRO banking channels.

Interested in Cambodia?

We don't list homes here yet — talk to an advisor, or read the full Cambodia guide.