Investing in Batumi: areas, prices and short-term rentals
Batumi is Georgia’s tourism capital on the Black Sea: prices, yields, areas and risks for anyone buying by the sea.
Source: GBC on Public Registry and Galt & Taggart data, gross averages
A home by the sea, with short-let income
Batumi is a good fit if you want a seaside property with short-let income and can accept strong seasonality. In Q1 2026 a new turnkey apartment averaged 1,893 dollars per square metre (+8.7% in a year), resale 1,479 dollars, and the average gross yield was 7.1%.
Investing in Batumi means betting on Georgia’s most touristic city. Short-let demand is strong in summer and weaker in winter. The main risk is off-plan buying: developer delays and quality must be checked before signing.
Our Batumi office is dedicated to real estate consulting in this market and can join you for viewings and checks.
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Seafront · project renderingWhere to invest in Batumi
Seafront and New Boulevard
Peak tourist demand in summer, but also lots of new supply and competition.
Old Batumi
Services within walking distance and lower buildings: a good balance between personal use and year-round letting.
New builds on the outskirts
Lower entry prices, less certain income.
Gonio and the south coast
Holiday homes: a smaller market with an even shorter season.
Prices and seasonality
- New turnkey: $1,893/m² on average (Q1 2026)
- Resale: $1,479/m² on average
- Tourist demand concentrated in summer; average daily rent down 7.3% in a year
- 4,049 apartments sold in Q1 2026 (+15.8%)
Yields
- Average gross yield7.1% (Q1 2026)
- Income modelShort-term tourist rentals or long-term leases
This is a gross average: year-round occupancy, management, costs and taxes reduce the net yield. For an estimate on your case, our real estate consulting assesses area and property type.
New projects in Batumi
The seafront is home to projects with international hotel brands and resort-style services.
Images supplied by the developers: project renderings, not photos of finished properties.
Risks to weigh up
Off-plan purchases
Much of the supply is sold before construction. Before signing, check the construction permit, land title, the developer’s completed projects and the payment schedule.
Oversupply
New apartments are being added fast, especially on the seafront. More supply means more competition between landlords and pressure on daily rates.
Seasonality
Tourism peaks in summer. A plan that only works in high season is fragile.
We’re with you on the ground
Our coastal office arranges property viewings, checks the developer, permits and contract with you, and follows you through to registration at the Public Registry.
Frequently asked questions about investing in Batumi
Short lets or long-term rentals in Batumi?
On the seafront, short lets earn more in summer; in residential areas a long-term lease gives steadier income. It depends on the area and how much management you want.
Is Batumi good for a holiday home?
Yes. Many buyers use their Batumi apartment in summer and let it the rest of the year.
Is Batumi riskier than Tbilisi?
It's a different market: more tied to tourism, with many off-plan purchases. The risk drops if you check the developer, permits and contract before signing.
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Note. This information is current as of October 2026 and may change. It is a general overview, not tax or legal advice for your case: check the rules in force with a professional before you decide, or contact the Chamber.
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