New Property in Sarawak 2026

New property launches in Sarawak in 2026 start from RM200,000 for apartments in outer areas, with Kuching city centre condos from RM350,000–RM600,000. Sarawak's median residential property price is RM240,000 based on NAPIC Q3 2025, up +0.8% YoY. It remains one of Malaysia's most affordable markets relative to income.

Kuching is Sarawak's capital and economic hub, consistently ranked among Malaysia's most liveable cities. With a lower cost of living than Peninsular Malaysia, strong civil service employment, and growing tourism, property in Kuching offers good rental yields of 4–5.5%. Land prices in Kuching have appreciated steadily over the past decade.

Sarawak offers significant affordable property below RM300k — particularly in Kota Samarahan, Petra Jaya (outer Kuching), and areas around Sibu and Bintulu. Even within Kuching's urban core, some apartment projects are priced below RM350k.

Sarawak has specific rules for foreigners: minimum purchase price of RM500,000 for residential property, and certain native land categories (NCR land) cannot be sold to non-Sarawakians. Foreigners must obtain state approval from the Sarawak Registrar of Land. Strata titled properties in Kuching are most accessible for foreign buyers.