Free Fall in Béjaïa? When the Real Estate Market Shows -100%

TL;DR: The real estate market for apartments in Béjaïa recorded a spectacular anomaly over the last 30 days, showing 0 listings and a median price of 0 DA/m², a "drop" of 100% compared to the previous month. This situation, while statistically dramatic, reflects more data volatility and a temporary scarcity of offers than an actual price collapse. We explore this phenomenon, put it into perspective with the solid historical data of the Béjaïa market, and analyze the implications for owners and future buyers in the wilaya.

The Algerian real estate market is often characterized by complex dynamics and fluctuations that can sometimes be puzzling. But situations where figures show such brutality are rare. Recently, the analysis of market data for apartments (collective segment) in Béjaïa revealed statistics that, at first glance, could chill the blood of owners and investors: a "drop" of 100% in median prices and a total disappearance of listings over the last 30 days. This observation, although factual according to the data collected, calls for an in