Core Insights - Shenzhen's new housing de-stocking cycle has decreased to a record low of 7.5 months, indicating a significant improvement in the real estate market [3][4][6] - In the first half of 2025, the total number of new and second-hand residential transactions in Shenzhen reached 51,104 units, a year-on-year increase of 38.8% [2][4] - The market is expected to remain active in the second half of 2025, driven by favorable policies and traditional peak sales seasons [1][6] Group 1: Market Performance - In the first half of 2025, new residential transactions totaled 31,074 units, representing a nearly 80% year-on-year increase, with new residential sales at 21,867 units, up 49.3% [2][3] - The supply of new homes has decreased significantly, with only 17,232 new units launched in the first half, a drop of over 44% year-on-year [2][4] - The number of second-hand residential transactions recorded 35,106 units, a 30.7% increase compared to the same period in 2024 [4][5] Group 2: Buyer Behavior and Preferences - The demand for smaller residential units remains strong, with properties under 90 square meters accounting for 55.9% of total transactions in the second-hand market [4][5] - The proportion of completed homes in transactions is increasing, with 30.9% of new residential sales being completed units, up 6.3 percentage points from the second half of 2024 [3][4] - The average transaction price for second-hand homes in June was 60,300 yuan per square meter, reflecting a slight month-on-month decline of 1.5% [5][6] Group 3: Future Outlook - The market is anticipated to maintain a stable trajectory in the second half of 2025, supported by ongoing favorable policies and strong demand from first-time buyers [6] - The focus on high-quality properties is expected to drive new home transactions, with a notable increase in interest for well-priced, quality developments [6]