According to the latest official real estate transaction data for 2024 and the first half of 2025, Malaysian citizens continue to account for the overwhelming majority of property purchases in both volume and value. While foreign buyer activity remains stable and well-controlled, it represents only a very small fraction of the total market.
1. Transaction Volume
2024 Full Year:
- Malaysian Citizens: 259,058 units
- Foreign Buyers: 1,459 units
2025 First Half:
- Malaysian Citizens: 119,394 units
- Foreign Buyers: 913 units
2. Transaction Value
2024 Full Year:
- Citizens: RM 103.9 billion
- Foreign Buyers: RM 3.054 billion
2025 First Half:
- Citizens: RM 47.47 billion
- Foreign Buyers: RM 1.904 billion
"The share of foreign buyers consistently stays below 1%–2%, indicating that foreign investors are not driving up property prices and the market remains healthy and stable."
MM2H and Market Impact
The data clearly indicates that rising property prices are not caused by foreign buyers. Instead, foreign demand is primarily focused on high-end condominiums, ensuring no impact on mid- to lower-priced housing segments. Government policies continue to strictly regulate foreign ownership through minimum purchase price requirements.
For those considering long-term residence in Malaysia through the MM2H program, this stable and balanced real estate environment provides an excellent foundation for both living and investment.
Information sourced from NST and The Star.
Analyzed by ASIA HOME SERVICES (MM2H) SDN BHD.