Most expensive apartments South Korea 2024, by transaction value

In 2024, the Penthouse Cheongdam apartments, located in the Gangnam district of Seoul, were the most expensive in South Korea, with an actual transaction value of around 16.4 billion South Korean won. This price exceeded that of the second-most expensive apartment, creating a price gap of approximately 3.5 billion won. 

The most expensive area in South Korea

Seoul ranks as the most expensive city in South Korea. As of November 2023, the average apartment price in Seoul stood at around 12.6 million won, about three times the national average. According to the housing affordability index, Seoul received the highest score nationwide. Within Seoul, the most expensive area was Gangnam, whose residents are known for their luxurious lifestyle.

Increasing mortgage loans

Since apartments constitute the majority of housing in South Korea, it is no surprise that most mortgage loans are granted for apartment purchases. Moreover, mortgage loans have steadily increased over the years, indicating a higher financial burden for housing, in line with the high housing affordability index. Despite the high housing prices, a survey revealed that most respondents thought housing prices would fall over the next year. Although this provides a relatively positive outlook for future developments, the current housing situation has left respondents with a negative impression of the current government’s real estate policies.