Core Viewpoint - Hangzhou's real estate market is closely linked to its land market performance, with significant growth in new residential transactions and a persistent supply-demand imbalance since June 2024 [5][19]. Group 1: Land Market Performance - In the first half of 2025, Hangzhou was the only city in China to exceed 100 billion yuan in land transfer fees, reaching 1198.8 billion yuan, significantly ahead of Beijing and Shanghai [3][10][11]. - The average premium rate for land transactions in Hangzhou was 31.8%, the highest among major cities, with some transactions seeing premiums as high as 115% [14][17]. - The land supply in Hangzhou is concentrated in core areas, with record-breaking land prices, such as 8.8 million yuan per square meter for a recent transaction [13][15]. Group 2: Real Estate Market Dynamics - Hangzhou's new residential transaction value increased by 12% year-on-year in the first four months of 2025, indicating strong market demand [5]. - The city has experienced a continuous supply-demand imbalance, with sales consistently outpacing new listings for 12 months [19]. - The second-hand housing market also showed robust performance, with monthly transaction volumes exceeding 6,000 units since early 2024, peaking at 12,400 units in March 2025 [20]. Group 3: Economic and Demographic Drivers - Hangzhou's population has been growing steadily, reaching 12.624 million in 2024, which is closely tied to the rapid development of high-tech industries [29]. - The city hosts 420 research and development centers and 44 unicorn companies, accounting for 80% of Zhejiang province's total [29]. - The influx of skilled talent, driven by the growth of high-tech enterprises, is a significant factor in the demand for housing, as many new residents seek to purchase homes upon relocation [30][31].