In 2025, Ukraine is witnessing an increase in demand for commercial premises located in residential complexes. Market experts note that despite the challenging economic conditions caused by the war, rising inflation, and overall economic downturn, the commercial real estate segment is showing positive dynamics.
This is reported by Finway
Key Factors Driving Interest in Commercial Spaces
The growing interest in purchasing retail spaces in residential complexes can be attributed to several trends. Firstly, investors are gradually returning to the Ukrainian market and viewing commercial real estate as a more reliable capital preservation tool compared to bank deposits and residential properties. Secondly, there is an increase in construction costs, leading to higher prices per square meter for commercial premises. Another important factor is the heightened demand from residents for developed infrastructure directly within residential complexes.
“More and more people are choosing autonomy, where everything they need is within walking distance – shops, beauty salons, coworking spaces, gyms, cafes, banks, pharmacies, medical facilities, kindergartens, and so on. This is particularly noticeable in Kyiv.”
Popular Formats and Buyer Profiles
The highest demand is for compact commercial premises – up to 100 square meters. Such properties are most suitable for cafes, pharmacies, beauty salons, barbershops, and other service businesses. The main buyers of commercial spaces in residential complexes remain small and medium business owners, as well as investors interested in stable rental income. Experts note that the demand for these properties is especially pronounced in the capital.