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How much do houses cost in Argentina today? (2026)

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This article gives you a clear, honest picture of what houses actually cost in Argentina in 2026, from the cheapest livable options to premium neighborhoods, plus all the extra costs most buyers forget about.

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How much do houses cost in Argentina as of 2026?

What's the median and average house price in Argentina as of 2026?

As of early 2026, the average asking price for a house in Buenos Aires City sits around USD 365,000 (roughly EUR 310,000 or ARS 520 million), while the median house price in Argentina's capital is closer to USD 275,000 (about EUR 233,000 or ARS 393 million), because a handful of expensive properties in neighborhoods like Palermo and Belgrano pull the average higher than what most buyers actually pay.

To give you a sense of the spread, roughly 80% of house sales in Buenos Aires City in 2026 fall between USD 120,000 and USD 600,000 (EUR 102,000 to EUR 510,000, or ARS 172 million to ARS 858 million), which is a wide range but reflects the big differences between neighborhoods.

The gap between the median and average house price in Argentina tells you something important: the market is heavily skewed by luxury houses in prime areas like Palermo, Belgrano, and Recoleta, so if you focus on the median instead of the average, you get a much more realistic picture of what a typical family house costs in Buenos Aires.

At the median price of around USD 275,000 in Buenos Aires City, you can realistically expect a 3-bedroom house of about 150 to 170 square meters in a middle-class neighborhood like Villa Urquiza, Caballito, or Flores, likely built several decades ago and possibly needing some cosmetic updates, which is the most common type of family house changing hands in Argentina right now.

Sources and methodology: we anchored house prices to Zonaprop's CABA Index (January 2026), which tracks asking prices per square meter across all Buenos Aires neighborhoods. We cross-checked market activity with transaction data from the Colegio de Escribanos de Buenos Aires and validated year-over-year trends through Global Property Guide. Our own analyses and proprietary data helped us estimate the median-to-average gap for the house segment specifically.

What's the cheapest livable house budget in Argentina as of 2026?

As of early 2026, the minimum budget for a livable house in Buenos Aires City is around USD 70,000 to USD 120,000 (roughly EUR 59,000 to EUR 102,000, or ARS 100 million to ARS 172 million), though outside the capital in smaller Argentine cities you can find livable houses starting from USD 40,000 to USD 60,000.

At this entry-level price point in Argentina, "livable" typically means a small house of 60 to 100 square meters that has running water, functional electricity, and a solid roof, but you should expect older construction, basic finishes, no garage, and possibly some deferred maintenance on plumbing or wiring that will need attention within a few years.

In Buenos Aires City, the cheapest livable houses are usually found in southern neighborhoods like La Boca, Villa Lugano, Villa Soldati, and Nueva Pompeya, where the price per square meter in 2026 can be as low as USD 1,000 to USD 1,200, well below the citywide average of USD 1,822.

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Sources and methodology: we used the lowest-priced neighborhoods from Zonaprop's CABA Index and applied minimum livable house sizes based on local building norms. We verified entry-level conditions through listing data on Zonaprop's index landing page and feedback from our local network. Our own data helped us set realistic minimum budgets outside Buenos Aires City as well.

How much do 2 and 3-bedroom houses cost in Argentina as of 2026?

As of early 2026, a typical 2-bedroom house in Buenos Aires City costs around USD 210,000 (about EUR 178,000 or ARS 300 million), while a typical 3-bedroom house runs closer to USD 300,000 (roughly EUR 255,000 or ARS 429 million).

The realistic price range for a 2-bedroom house in Argentina's capital in 2026 stretches from about USD 140,000 to USD 280,000 (EUR 119,000 to EUR 238,000, or ARS 200 million to ARS 400 million), depending on whether the house sits in a budget neighborhood like Nueva Pompeya or a more sought-after area like Villa Urquiza.

For a 3-bedroom house in Buenos Aires, the range widens to roughly USD 220,000 to USD 400,000 (EUR 187,000 to EUR 340,000, or ARS 315 million to ARS 572 million), with the Zonaprop index showing a typical 3-bedroom example at around USD 301,000 for approximately 170 square meters of built area.

The price jump from a 2-bedroom to a 3-bedroom house in Argentina is typically 30% to 45%, which is steeper than just the extra room would suggest because 3-bedroom houses in Buenos Aires tend to come with larger lots, separate living areas, and features like a small patio or garage that add real value beyond the additional bedroom.

Sources and methodology: we anchored the 3-bedroom price directly from Zonaprop's CABA Index (January 2026), which publishes a typical 3-bedroom house example. We scaled the 2-bedroom estimate using the index's USD per square meter and typical built areas from Zonaprop's listing data. Our own transaction tracking helped refine the premium between bedroom counts.

How much do 4-bedroom houses cost in Argentina as of 2026?

As of early 2026, a typical 4-bedroom house in Buenos Aires City costs around USD 485,000 (approximately EUR 412,000 or ARS 694 million), based on Zonaprop's index example of a roughly 260-square-meter house in the capital.

For a 5-bedroom house in Buenos Aires in 2026, the realistic price range runs from about USD 600,000 to USD 800,000 (EUR 510,000 to EUR 680,000, or ARS 858 million to ARS 1.14 billion), because these larger homes are scarce within the city limits and often come with premium lot sizes and upscale finishes.

A 6-bedroom house in Argentina's capital or top northern suburbs typically starts at USD 750,000 and can reach well above USD 1 million (EUR 637,000 to EUR 850,000+, or ARS 1.07 billion to ARS 1.43 billion+), placing these firmly in the luxury segment where buyers are often purchasing in neighborhoods like Belgrano or gated communities in San Isidro and Martinez.

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Sources and methodology: we took the 4-bedroom benchmark directly from Zonaprop's CABA Index and scaled larger homes using typical size jumps and neighborhood premiums. We cross-referenced with listing data from Zonaprop and transaction patterns from the Colegio de Escribanos. Our own proprietary data helped calibrate the 5- and 6-bedroom estimates.

How much do new-build houses cost in Argentina as of 2026?

As of early 2026, a new-build house in Buenos Aires City or its prime suburbs typically costs USD 2,000 to USD 2,300 per square meter (roughly EUR 1,700 to EUR 1,950 per square meter), which means a new 170-square-meter 3-bedroom house runs around USD 340,000 to USD 390,000 (EUR 289,000 to EUR 331,000, or ARS 486 million to ARS 558 million).

New-build houses in Argentina carry a premium of roughly 10% to 25% over comparable older resale houses, driven by rising construction costs that INDEC tracks through its Construction Cost Index (ICC), the cost of imported materials like copper and aluminum, and the fact that new builds come with updated electrical and plumbing systems that older houses often lack.

Sources and methodology: we estimated the new-build premium by comparing Zonaprop's overall house index with construction cost data from INDEC's ICC report. We also consulted Zonaprop's listing data for new-build versus resale comparisons. Our own market monitoring helped quantify the premium range for different neighborhoods.

How much do houses with land cost in Argentina as of 2026?

As of early 2026, a house with a meaningful plot of land in Buenos Aires City starts at around USD 350,000 to USD 500,000 (EUR 297,000 to EUR 425,000, or ARS 500 million to ARS 715 million), while in the Greater Buenos Aires suburbs and gated communities, houses with land can range from USD 150,000 to well over USD 1 million depending on the area and lot size.

In Buenos Aires City, a "house with land" usually means a property sitting on a lot of 150 to 300 square meters, which is already considered generous for an urban setting, while in suburban areas like Pilar, Escobar, or Tigre, lot sizes of 600 to 1,500 square meters are common and more affordable per square meter of land.

We cover everything there is to know about land prices in Argentina here.

Sources and methodology: we anchored urban house prices to Zonaprop's CABA Index and applied scarcity logic for land in the city. We used INDEC's construction cost framework to separate build value from land value. Our own suburban market data helped calibrate the Greater Buenos Aires ranges.

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Where are houses cheapest and most expensive in Argentina as of 2026?

Which neighborhoods have the lowest house prices in Argentina as of 2026?

As of early 2026, the Buenos Aires neighborhoods with the lowest house prices are La Boca, Villa Lugano, Villa Soldati, Nueva Pompeya, and Parque Avellaneda, where asking prices per square meter for houses sit between USD 1,000 and USD 1,300.

In these cheapest neighborhoods, a livable house in Argentina typically costs between USD 70,000 and USD 180,000 (roughly EUR 59,000 to EUR 153,000, or ARS 100 million to ARS 257 million), with most family homes clustering around the USD 100,000 to USD 150,000 mark.

The main reason these neighborhoods in Buenos Aires have lower house prices is not just lower incomes or fewer amenities; it is that they sit in a belt south of Rivadavia Avenue where decades of underinvestment in public transport, green spaces, and commercial infrastructure have created a persistent pricing gap with the northern half of the city, a divide that Buenos Aires locals simply call "la grieta norte-sur."

Sources and methodology: we used the neighborhood price ranking from Zonaprop's CABA Index to identify the lowest-priced areas for houses. We cross-referenced with Colegio de Escribanos transaction data and verified with neighborhood-level data from Zonaprop's index page. Our own field research confirmed the north-south pricing dynamic.

Which neighborhoods have the highest house prices in Argentina as of 2026?

As of early 2026, the three most expensive neighborhoods for houses in Buenos Aires are Palermo, Belgrano, and Nunez, where house asking prices per square meter range from USD 2,800 to USD 3,500 and above.

In these premium Buenos Aires neighborhoods, houses in 2026 typically sell for USD 450,000 to USD 900,000 and beyond (EUR 382,000 to EUR 765,000+, or ARS 644 million to ARS 1.29 billion+), with Palermo Chico and parts of Belgrano R occasionally seeing prices above USD 1 million for large houses with gardens.

What drives these high house prices in Buenos Aires is not just prestige but a genuine scarcity of houses in a city where apartments dominate: in Palermo or Belgrano, houses make up less than 10% of the available residential stock, so when one comes to market, competition among buyers is intense and sellers have strong pricing power.

The typical buyer of a house in Palermo, Belgrano, or Nunez in Argentina is either a well-established Argentine family that has held assets in USD for years, or an increasingly common profile: a foreign investor or returning Argentine expatriate who sees these neighborhoods as combining walkability, international-school access, and lifestyle quality that rivals comparable areas in Santiago or Montevideo at a lower price per square meter.

Sources and methodology: we extracted the highest-priced neighborhoods from Zonaprop's CABA Index and verified stock composition data through listing analysis. We also used Colegio de Escribanos deed volume data to confirm transaction patterns. Our proprietary buyer-profile data informed the typical buyer description.

How much do houses cost near the city center in Argentina as of 2026?

As of early 2026, houses near the Buenos Aires city center (areas like Microcentro, San Nicolas, Monserrat, and San Telmo) are rare and typically cost between USD 250,000 and USD 500,000 (EUR 212,000 to EUR 425,000, or ARS 358 million to ARS 715 million), with prices jumping above USD 500,000 for well-maintained or larger properties because central Buenos Aires is overwhelmingly an apartment market and standalone houses are a scarce commodity.

Houses near major transit hubs in Buenos Aires, such as the areas around Retiro, Constitucion, and Once train stations or along Subte lines A through E, typically cost USD 200,000 to USD 450,000 (EUR 170,000 to EUR 382,000, or ARS 286 million to ARS 644 million), though the condition of the house matters enormously since transit-adjacent areas in Argentina can range from polished to rough within a few blocks.

Houses near the top-rated schools in Buenos Aires, including Escuelas ORT in Belgrano and Almagro, St. Andrew's Scots School in Olivos, Northlands in Vicente Lopez, and Lincoln School in La Lucila, tend to cost USD 350,000 to USD 900,000 (EUR 297,000 to EUR 765,000, or ARS 500 million to ARS 1.29 billion), because these schools sit in the northern "preference belt" where house prices are among the highest in Argentina.

In the expat-popular areas of Buenos Aires, which include Palermo, Belgrano, Nunez, and the northern suburbs of Vicente Lopez, Olivos, and San Isidro, houses typically cost USD 400,000 to USD 900,000+ (EUR 340,000 to EUR 765,000+, or ARS 572 million to ARS 1.29 billion+), reflecting both the lifestyle appeal and the international-school proximity that foreign buyers prioritize.

We actually have an updated expat guide for Argentina here.

Sources and methodology: we used Zonaprop's CABA Index neighborhood data to map house prices by area and proximity to transit and schools. We cross-referenced school locations with Zonaprop's listing page for local pricing verification. Our own expat relocation data helped identify the most common foreign-buyer neighborhoods in Argentina.

How much do houses cost in the suburbs in Argentina as of 2026?

As of early 2026, a typical house in the Greater Buenos Aires (GBA) suburbs costs between USD 150,000 and USD 400,000 (EUR 127,000 to EUR 340,000, or ARS 215 million to ARS 572 million), though prices in premium gated communities in the northern suburbs can reach USD 600,000 to over USD 1 million.

Suburban houses in Argentina in 2026 are generally 30% to 50% cheaper per square meter than equivalent houses inside Buenos Aires City, but the total price difference depends a lot on the specific suburb; in the sought-after Zona Norte (San Isidro, Martinez, Acassuso), the gap shrinks to just 10% to 20% below CABA prices, while in outer suburbs like Pilar or Escobar, houses can cost 50% to 60% less than a comparable city property.

The most popular suburbs for house buyers in Argentina's Buenos Aires metro in 2026 are San Isidro, Vicente Lopez, Martinez, and Tigre in the north, plus Lomas de Zamora and Adrogue in the south, with the northern suburbs consistently attracting more foreign buyers thanks to their concentration of international schools, green spaces, and gated communities.

Sources and methodology: we used Zonaprop's CABA Index as the city benchmark and compared suburban prices from listing data. We noted that provincial stamp tax rules from ARBA affect total buying costs in the suburbs differently from CABA. Our own suburban market tracking provided the price-gap percentages.

What areas in Argentina are improving and still affordable as of 2026?

As of early 2026, the top improving-yet-affordable areas for house buyers in Buenos Aires include Saavedra, Parque Avellaneda, Villa del Parque, and Chacarita, which offer house prices well below the premium northern belt while showing clear signs of growing buyer interest.

In these improving areas of Buenos Aires in 2026, a typical house currently costs between USD 150,000 and USD 280,000 (EUR 127,000 to EUR 238,000, or ARS 215 million to ARS 400 million), which is roughly 30% to 50% less than comparable houses in established premium neighborhoods like Palermo or Belgrano.

The main sign of improvement driving buyer interest in neighborhoods like Saavedra and Chacarita is not just new restaurants or cafes, but the active spillover of commercial and residential demand from neighboring Palermo and Belgrano, where house stock is so limited and expensive that both local families and foreign buyers are being pushed into adjacent areas, triggering visible renovation activity and new small-scale developments.

By the way, we've written a blog article detailing what are the current best areas to invest in property in Argentina.

Sources and methodology: we identified improving neighborhoods using price-trend signals from Zonaprop's CABA Index and month-over-month price movements. We also reviewed transaction volume changes from the Colegio de Escribanos and macro context from BCRA's REM survey. Our own neighborhood monitoring helped pinpoint the spillover dynamics.
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What extra costs should I budget for a house in Argentina right now?

What are typical buyer closing costs for houses in Argentina right now?

When buying a house in Argentina in 2026, total buyer closing costs typically range from 4% to 8% of the purchase price, so on a USD 300,000 house, you should budget an additional USD 12,000 to USD 24,000 (EUR 10,200 to EUR 20,400, or ARS 17 million to ARS 34 million) just for the transaction itself.

The main closing cost categories in Argentina include the notary (escribano) fees at roughly 1% to 2% of the price, stamp tax (Impuesto de Sellos) at 2.5% to 3.6% depending on jurisdiction and property value, registry and filing fees, and sometimes a buyer-side broker commission that can add another 1% to 4% depending on local practice.

The single largest closing cost for house buyers in Argentina is almost always the stamp tax (Impuesto de Sellos), which in Buenos Aires City is set by AGIP and in Buenos Aires Province by ARBA, and this one item alone can represent half or more of your total transaction costs.

We cover all these costs and what are the strategies to minimize them in our property pack about Argentina.

Sources and methodology: we anchored stamp tax rates to the official guidance from AGIP (Buenos Aires City) and ARBA (Buenos Aires Province). We structured notary fee expectations using the Colegio de Escribanos arancel page. Our own closing-cost tracking from recent transactions helped validate the 4% to 8% total range.

How much are property taxes on houses in Argentina right now?

For a typical house in Buenos Aires valued at around USD 300,000, the annual property tax (called ABL, which stands for Alumbrado, Barrido y Limpieza) in 2026 works out to roughly USD 300 to USD 900 per year (EUR 255 to EUR 765, or ARS 430,000 to ARS 1.3 million), because the tax is calculated on the fiscal value of the property, not the market value, and fiscal values in Argentina are significantly lower than what properties actually sell for.

Property tax in Buenos Aires City (CABA) is calculated using a progressive rate system of 0.5% to 1.2% applied to the property's fiscal value (valuacion fiscal homogenea), which is determined by the city government based on the property's size, location, age, and construction type, and this fiscal value is typically just a fraction of the real market price, which is why the effective tax burden in Argentina feels low compared to countries like the United States or France.

If you want to go into more details, we also have a page with all the property taxes and fees in Argentina.

Sources and methodology: we grounded the ABL structure in AGIP's official tax guidance and the Colegio de Escribanos' published arancel and valuation references. We also consulted PwC's Argentina tax summary for the broader property tax framework. Our own ABL bill analysis across neighborhoods provided the effective tax range.

How much is home insurance for a house in Argentina right now?

A typical annual home insurance premium for a house in Buenos Aires in 2026 runs between USD 300 and USD 900 (EUR 255 to EUR 765, or ARS 430,000 to ARS 1.3 million), which works out to roughly 0.10% to 0.30% of the insured value per year, making Argentina's home insurance relatively affordable by international standards.

The main factors that affect home insurance premiums for houses in Argentina are the rebuild cost of the structure (which is tied to INDEC's construction cost movements), the neighborhood's security profile (houses in areas with higher crime rates or no alarm systems pay more), whether you insure the building only or building plus contents, and the level of theft and flood coverage you choose, since Buenos Aires has specific flood-risk zones that some insurers price differently.

Sources and methodology: we validated that home insurance is regulated through the Superintendencia de Seguros de la Nacion (SSN) and used construction cost benchmarks from INDEC's ICC report. We also cross-referenced premium ranges with Zonaprop property valuation data. Our own insurance quote comparisons informed the practical premium range.

What are typical utility costs for a house in Argentina right now?

For a typical family house in Buenos Aires in 2026, total monthly utility costs (electricity, gas, water, and internet) run between USD 80 and USD 200 (EUR 68 to EUR 170, or ARS 114,000 to ARS 286,000), though a larger house with heavy air conditioning use in summer or gas heating in winter can push this higher.

Breaking it down for a house in Argentina in 2026, electricity (via Edenor or Edesur) typically costs USD 25 to USD 70 per month, natural gas (regulated through ENARGAS) runs USD 15 to USD 50 per month depending on season and consumption, water and sewer (via AySA in the metro area) costs USD 10 to USD 30 per month, and internet adds another USD 20 to USD 35, with all of these subject to periodic tariff adjustments that the regulators announce throughout the year.

Sources and methodology: we anchored utility costs to the official tariff frameworks published by ENRE for electricity, ENARGAS for gas, and ERAS for water. We also verified recent tariff adjustments through Edenor's January 2026 tariff table. Our own bill-tracking data for Buenos Aires houses helped set the practical monthly ranges.

What are common hidden costs when buying a house in Argentina right now?

Common hidden costs when buying a house in Argentina in 2026 can add USD 3,000 to USD 15,000 (EUR 2,550 to EUR 12,750, or ARS 4.3 million to ARS 21.5 million) on top of the standard closing costs, and most foreign buyers only discover them after they have already committed to a purchase.

Inspection fees for a house in Buenos Aires in 2026 typically run between USD 200 and USD 600 (EUR 170 to EUR 510, or ARS 286,000 to ARS 858,000) for a general structural and systems check, with optional specialist inspections for gas, electrical, and dampness costing another USD 100 to USD 300 each.

Beyond inspections, the other common hidden costs in Argentina include outstanding property tax debts or unpaid utility bills attached to the property (which the buyer can inherit if not caught), title regularization expenses when inheritance or boundary issues surface, broker commissions that were not clearly agreed upfront, and currency exchange costs when converting USD for the transaction since the exchange mechanism you use (official rate, MEP, or blue market) can create a meaningful cost difference.

The hidden cost that tends to surprise first-time house buyers in Argentina the most is the renovation budget, because many houses that look reasonable on paper turn out to need USD 10,000 to USD 30,000 in electrical rewiring, plumbing updates, or damp treatment once you actually move in, and construction materials in Argentina have been rising fast due to inflation and import costs tracked by INDEC's Construction Cost Index.

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Sources and methodology: we framed hidden-cost categories using guidance from the Colegio de Escribanos on notarial due diligence and title requirements. We used INDEC's ICC report to explain renovation cost volatility. Our own transaction experience with foreign buyers in Argentina informed the practical hidden-cost ranges.

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What do locals and expats say about the market in Argentina as of 2026?

Do people think houses are overpriced in Argentina as of 2026?

As of early 2026, sentiment among both locals and expats in Buenos Aires is split: people with USD savings or foreign income generally feel that house prices in Argentina are reasonable or even cheap compared to other Latin American capitals, while peso-earning Argentine families increasingly feel priced out because houses are listed in USD and their purchasing power has eroded after years of inflation.

Well-priced houses in desirable neighborhoods of Buenos Aires tend to sell within 30 to 60 days in early 2026, while overpriced or poorly located houses can sit on the market for 4 to 8 months, and the gap between listing prices and actual sale prices in Argentina averages around 7% to 9% for houses, meaning there is real room to negotiate.

The main reason locals cite for feeling that house prices in Buenos Aires are too high is the disconnect between USD-denominated property prices and peso-denominated salaries: the average Argentine household earns the peso equivalent of roughly USD 800 to USD 1,200 per month, so a USD 275,000 median house represents 19 to 29 years of gross income, which is extreme by global standards and explains why mortgage credit expansion through UVA-indexed loans has been the single biggest market catalyst in 2025 and early 2026.

Compared to one or two years ago, sentiment on house prices in Argentina has improved noticeably: in early 2024, buyers were deeply cautious due to the peso crisis and triple-digit inflation, but by early 2026, monthly inflation has dropped to around 2.5%, transaction volumes rose over 40% in 2025 according to the Colegio de Escribanos, and the mood has shifted from "wait and see" to "negotiate and buy" for those who can access dollars.

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Sources and methodology: we tracked price sentiment using the Zonaprop CABA Index commentary on month-to-month stability and neighborhood trends. We verified transaction volume growth through the Colegio de Escribanos escritura statistics. We also factored in macro expectations from the BCRA's REM survey and our own buyer sentiment tracking.

Are prices still rising or cooling in Argentina as of 2026?

As of early 2026, house prices in Buenos Aires City are stable to slightly rising in USD terms, with the Zonaprop index describing the start of 2026 as a period of relative price steadiness after a moderate recovery through 2025.

Over the past 12 months, house prices in Buenos Aires have increased by roughly 6% in USD terms, which represents a meaningful recovery from the long decline that lasted from 2019 through late 2023, though prices remain about 12% below the 2017-2019 peak, meaning Argentina's housing market is recovering but has not yet returned to its previous highs.

Looking ahead over the next 6 to 12 months, most market observers and local experts expect house prices in Argentina to continue rising modestly at 5% to 10% in USD terms, provided that inflation keeps declining, UVA mortgage lending continues to expand, and political stability holds through the 2025 midterm election cycle, though a policy reversal or currency shock could quickly change that outlook.

Finally, please note that we have covered property price trends and forecasts for Argentina here.

Sources and methodology: we tracked year-over-year price changes using Zonaprop's CABA Index and historical comparison data. We contextualized the macro environment using the BCRA's REM expectations survey and transaction trends from the Colegio de Escribanos. Our own forecasting model and market intelligence informed the 6-to-12-month outlook.
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What sources have we used to write this blog article?

Whether it's in our blog articles or the market analyses included in our property pack about Argentina, we always rely on the strongest methodology we can ... and we don't throw out numbers at random.

We also aim to be fully transparent, so below we've listed the authoritative sources we used, and explained how we used them and the methods behind our estimates.

Source Why we trust it How we used it
Zonaprop CABA Index (January 2026) Largest Argentine property portal with a consistent monthly methodology. We used it as our backbone for house asking prices, USD per square meter, and typical price points for 3- and 4-bedroom houses in Buenos Aires City. We also used its neighborhood ranking to identify the cheapest and most expensive areas.
Colegio de Escribanos de Buenos Aires Official notaries' body publishing real transaction volumes for Buenos Aires. We used their deed statistics to confirm market activity levels and check whether transaction volumes were rising or falling. We used this as a reality check on whether the market is genuinely active or just listing-heavy.
AGIP (Buenos Aires City tax authority) Official city government source for Buenos Aires tax rules. We used it to define what stamp tax (Impuesto de Sellos) is and how it applies to property purchases in Buenos Aires City. We anchored our closing-cost estimates to their published rates.
ARBA (Buenos Aires Province tax agency) Official provincial tax authority for Greater Buenos Aires. We used it to explain how stamp tax differs when buying in the suburbs versus inside Buenos Aires City. We warned buyers that costs change once you buy outside CABA.
INDEC Construction Cost Index (ICC) Argentina's official national statistics office. We used it to explain why new-build houses carry a premium and why renovation costs can be unpredictable. We also used it to support hidden-cost warnings about materials and labor variability.
BCRA REM Survey Argentina's central bank hosting the most-cited market expectations survey. We used it to provide macro context for early 2026 conditions, including inflation expectations and their effect on house listing behavior. We factored it into our price outlook section.
ENRE (electricity regulator) National electricity regulator on the official government domain. We used it to anchor electricity costs to official tariff publications. We explained why two similar houses in Argentina can have very different electricity bills depending on consumption category.
ENARGAS (gas regulator) National gas regulator and official tariff publisher. We used it to confirm that gas tariffs in Argentina are regulated and published, not set by sellers or agents. We framed gas costs as part of the utility budget for house buyers.
Superintendencia de Seguros de la Nacion (SSN) National insurance regulator for Argentina. We used it to validate that home insurance is a regulated market. We structured what questions to ask insurers about coverage types, limits, and rebuild-cost calculations.
Global Property Guide (Argentina) Independent international property data source with quarterly tracking. We used it to cross-check year-over-year price trends in Buenos Aires and verify that our Zonaprop-based estimates were consistent with independent third-party tracking.

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