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Casablanca Real Estate Market 2026: Complete Guide by Neighborhood

Updated on May 16, 20269 min read

Casablanca, Morocco's economic capital with 4.2 million inhabitants and 35% of national GDP, is the kingdom's most liquid real estate market. 2025 transactions volume: ~ 28,000 sales. 2026 average prices continued their moderate progression +3-5%/year. Market is segmented in 3 strata: PREMIUM (Anfa, Ain Diab, Hay Riad) MAD 18-30k/m², URBAN STANDARD (Maarif, Bourgogne, Polo) MAD 11-22k/m², ACCESSIBLE PERIPHERY (Sidi Maarouf, Bouskoura) MAD 5-13k/m².

1. 1. Casablanca 2026 market trends (overview)

Overview of Casablanca real estate market in 2026.

Average prices and 2026 evolution

Weighted average price all zones: MAD 13,500/m². 2025 evolution: +3.5%, 2026 projection: +4-5%. Transaction volume: 28,000 sales in 2025.

Market segments and typical buyers

Daam Sakane first-time buyers (15%), middle executives (35%), senior executives (25%), MRE investors (15%), rental investors (10%).

2026-2028 structural urban projects

Casa Nouveau Centre Anfa (CFC + Anfa Park): 200 hectares. Bouskoura Resort: 80 ha villas. Tram T3: opening end 2026.

2. 2. Top PREMIUM neighborhoods (MAD 18-30k/m²)

Premium neighborhoods concentrate economic and diplomatic elite.

Anfa Supérieur — MAD 22-30k/m²

Morocco's most prestigious neighborhood. High-end villas only. 500-1,200 m² villa price: MAD 12-35M. 2026 trend: +5-7%.

Ain Diab — MAD 18-28k/m²

Seafront + Corniche. Mix modern apartments + villas. 80 m² apartment with sea view: MAD 1.8-2.5M.

Hay Riad — MAD 16-22k/m²

Modern business zone. 120-180 m² apartments: MAD 2.5-4M. Rental yield 5-6% gross.

Polo and Racine — MAD 14-20k/m²

Historical high-end residential neighborhoods. 100-150 m² apartments: MAD 1.8-3M. Strong price stability.

3. 3. URBAN STANDARD neighborhoods (MAD 11-22k/m²)

Standard neighborhoods concentrate majority of middle executive transactions.

Maarif — MAD 14-22k/m² — most dynamic neighborhood

Commercial center + offices + modern apartments. 80 m² central Maarif apartment: MAD 1.3-1.6M. Excellent resale liquidity (15-30 days). RECOMMENDED #1 for rental investment.

Bourgogne — MAD 11-15k/m² — good value

Residential neighborhood near center. 80 m² apartment: MAD 900k-1.3M. More accessible than Maarif (-20%).

CIL — MAD 12-17k/m²

Quiet residential neighborhood, 90s-2000s villas and apartments. Peaceful atmosphere.

Beauséjour, Oasis, Maârif Extension — MAD 12-18k/m²

Neighborhoods near Maarif. Good price-location compromise.

4. 4. ACCESSIBLE PERIPHERY neighborhoods (MAD 5-13k/m²)

Periphery developing with Daam Sakane subsidy.

Sidi Maarouf — MAD 9-13k/m²

South business neighborhood. 80 m² apartment: MAD 720k-1M.

Aïn Sebaa — MAD 7-11k/m²

East Casablanca residential zone. 80 m² apartments: MAD 560-880k.

Bouskoura, Aïn Harrouda, Berrechid — MAD 5-9k/m²

New suburban belt south of Casa. New Daam Sakane residential projects. 80 m² apartment: MAD 400-720k.

Mohammedia — MAD 6-12k/m²

Coastal city 25 km north of Casa. 80 m² seafront apartment: MAD 720k-1M.

5. 5. 2026 Casa investment opportunities

Recommendations by profile and budget.

For Daam Sakane first-time buyer (MAD 400-650k budget)

Recommendation: new 60-80 m² apartment Casa-South periphery (Bouskoura, Berrechid, Aïn Harrouda) Daam Sakane Tier 1 or 2 eligible.

For rental investor (MAD 1-2M budget)

Recommendation #1: Maarif. #2: Hay Riad. #3: Bourgogne.

For family executive (MAD 2-4M budget)

Recommendation: 130-180 m² 4-bedroom apartment in Bourgogne, Polo, Racine or Hay Riad.

For high-wealth MRE returning (MAD 5M+ budget)

Recommendation: 400-800 m² villa Anfa Supérieur or Bouskoura Resort.

For diversification investor — Casa Nouveau Centre Anfa VEFA

Off-plan purchase in new ultra-premium hub. Current VEFA price MAD 18-25k/m², projection MAD 28-35k/m² at delivery.

6. FAQ

Q.What is average m² price in Casablanca 2026?
Weighted average price all zones: MAD 13,500/m². Evolution +3.5% in 2025, projection +4-5% in 2026. By segment: PREMIUM 18-30k, URBAN STANDARD 11-22k, PERIPHERY 5-13k. Transaction volume 2025: 28,000 sales.
Q.What is the best neighborhood for rental investment in Casablanca 2026?
MAARIF — RECOMMENDED #1. MAD 14-22k/m² price, 5.5-6.5% gross rental yield. Advantages: excellent resale liquidity (15-30 days), very strong rental demand (vacancy < 30 days/year).
Q.Which neighborhood to choose for Daam Sakane in Casablanca 2026?
For Daam Sakane Tier 1: Casa-South periphery (Berrechid, Aïn Harrouda, Bouskoura). For Daam Sakane Tier 2: Bouskoura Resort, Mohammedia suburb. Verify developer is Daam Sakane accredited.
Q.Will Casablanca real estate market rise in 2026-2028?
Yes, positive projection +4-7%/year cumulative 2026-2028. Bullish factors: Bank Al-Maghrib rate decrease 2.75%, Daam Sakane subsidy, MRE demand, structural projects, T3 tram opening 2026.
Q.How much does an 80 m² apartment cost in Maarif Casablanca 2026?
Typical 2026 price: MAD 1,300,000 to 1,600,000 for 80 m² central Maarif apartment. Estimated monthly rent: MAD 8,000-12,000/month = 6-7% gross yield.
Q.What are real estate purchase fees in Casablanca 2026?
Cumulative Casa 2026 acquisition fees: 5.5-7.5% of property price. Example existing Maarif apartment MAD 1.5M: ~ MAD 102,700 fees (6.85%). For Daam Sakane new social MAD 650k: only ~ MAD 19,000 (2.92%).
Q.Will T3 tram in Casablanca raise prices of neighborhoods crossed in 2026?
Yes, projection +5-10% latent capital gain for directly served neighborhoods. Opening planned end 2026. Impact comparable to T1 launch (2012) which raised prices +12-18% in 2-3 years.

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