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Real estate investment in Armenia: due-diligence checklist
An attractive property is not automatically an attractive investment. Compare income potential with costs, legal documentation and the ability to sell or rent under realistic conditions.
1. Define the investment thesis
Choose between long-term residential rentals, short stays, commercial leases, renovation and resale, or land development. Each has different operational requirements, risks and liquidity.
2. Assess demand street by street
Look at comparable properties, actual competing listings, access, building quality and target tenants or buyers. Do not extrapolate city-wide prices or occupancy to one property.
3. Model net cash flow, not headline yields
Estimate gross rent, vacancies, maintenance, property management, building fees, repairs, financing, taxes and capital expenditure. Create base, upside and downside scenarios instead of presenting a guaranteed return.
4. Verify the asset and permitted use
Check registered ownership and restrictions with the Cadastre Committee. For commercial premises and development land, verify zoning, permits, infrastructure, boundaries and any required approvals with qualified advisers.
5. Plan the exit
Test likely selling costs, time on market, condition at resale and alternative uses. Consider how currency movements and changes in demand could affect your returns.
Frequently asked questions
Does a high advertised rental yield guarantee profit?
No. Advertised rent may differ from collected rent, and net returns also depend on vacancy, operating costs, financing, taxes and resale price.
Can international investors purchase every kind of land?
Do not assume that. Ownership rules can differ by land type and buyer status; obtain transaction-specific legal advice before making any commitment.
Where can I verify a property’s registered rights?
Use the official Cadastre Committee and e-Cadastre services for current registration and restriction information.
Official references
Information is general and does not replace individual legal, financial or tax advice.