Egypt is part of Africa as well as the Middle East, and being a transcontinental country located in the northeastern corner of Africa, with the Sinai Peninsula forming a land bridge into Asia, Egypt is well situated to be able to benefit from multiple real estate markets looking at Egypt as a potential source of revenue.
International buyers and expatriates are especially drawn to luxury coastal developments on the Red Sea which includes Hurghada, El Gouna and Marsa Alam, and on the Mediterranean coast with Alexandria, North Coast and Alamein, where high-end villas and beachfront apartments provide both investment potential and lifestyle appeal.
Popular areas of Egypt with International Buyers - investment or personal use, listed by owner, for sale by real estate agent and for rent:
Egypt is bordered by the Mediterranean Sea to the north, Sudan to the south, Libya to the west, and Israel and the Gaza Strip to the northeast.
The capital city of Egypt is Cairo, and is thought to be one of the largest and most vibrant cities in the Middle East and Africa.
Egypt is world-renowned for its ancient history, including the Pyramids of Giza, the Sphinx, and the Nile River, which runs through the country and sustains much of its agriculture and population.
Egypt serves as a gateway between Africa, the Middle East, and Europe, making it a major hub for trade, logistics, and tourism. Its position along the Suez Canal also enhances its economic importance.
Tourism growth around Sharm El Sheikh, Hurghada, and Luxor also boosts property demand, and compared to many global destinations, Egypt offers relatively low real estate prices, allowing investors to enter the market at accessible levels while enjoying potential for strong capital appreciation as the economy and tourism sector expand.
Foreigners can legally buy real estate in Egypt under specific conditions, often with freehold ownership in designated areas and long-term residency options tied to property purchases, making it a practical base for personal or retirement use.
Luxury and resort properties in tourist destinations can generate attractive rental income, especially through short-term holiday lets to international travelers.
For personal use, Egypt offers a blend of rich cultural heritage, modern urban living, warm climate, and affordable luxury lifestyle, especially in cosmopolitan areas such as Cairo, Giza, El Gouna, and New Cairo.
Sought after locations for luxury property investment for rental use, or for properties purely for personal use in Egypt include New Cairo & New Administrative Capital with its modern infrastructure, gated communities.
El Gouna & Hurghada offers a choice of resort towns on the Red Sea with marina developments and golf courses, with Sharm El Sheikh and established luxury resort area with diving, beaches, and international appeal.
Plus Alexandria & North Coast (Sahel) with Mediterranean luxury living and summer villas, and Luxor & Aswan that can provide unique cultural and heritage real estate potential.
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