China's property market is showing signs of a subtle recovery as the rate of decline in house prices has slowed down. The latest data indicates that in May 2025, the year-over-year change in house prices registered a decline of 3.5%, an improvement from April 2025, when the decline was steeper at 4.0%. These figures were updated on June 16, 2025.
The slight easing in the decrease rate suggests that measures aimed at stabilizing the real estate sector might be gaining traction. Although the property market is still experiencing a downturn, the reduced rate of decline may bolster investor confidence and encourage potential buyers to reconsider entering the market.
Analysts are cautiously optimistic about the future trajectory of China's housing market, pointing out that while challenges remain, the narrowing drop in prices could indicate the beginning of a long-term recovery. As policymakers continue to address the underlying issues affecting the sector, there is hope that the trend will shift towards stabilization in the upcoming months.
