Hong Kong homebuyers pile into new launches despite rate jitters and Middle East tensions

South China Morning Post Economic ImpactNews ReportEN 1 min read 100% complete by Cheryl ArcibalMarch 31, 2026 at 11:49 AM

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Hong Kong homebuyers showed strong demand for new properties on Tuesday, purchasing all 254 flats released at the La Mirabelle project in Tseung Kwan O. The rapid sales occurred despite concerns about potentially delayed interest rate cuts and ongoing geopolitical instability in the Middle East. La Mirabelle, a large-scale development by Sino Group and other developers, will ultimately offer 2,550 units, primarily one- to four-bedroom flats. Developers are reportedly accelerating new launches to reduce debt amid expectations of a prolonged period of higher interest rates. Market analysts see the strong sales as a positive sign for Hong Kong's residential market.

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La Mirabelle is to be developed in two phases, each comprising about 1,200 units, for a total of 2,550 units.

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All 254 flats released at the La Mirabelle project in Tseung Kwan O had been sold.

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Today’s positive sales results at La Mirabelle is a vote of confidence for the Hong Kong residential market.

quote — Daryl Ng, chairman of Sino Group90% confidence

Developers are continuing to deleverage their positions to avoid a longer mid- to high-interest-rate environment.

quote — Norry Lee, senior director at JLL in Hong Kong80% confidence

The Hong Kong residential market fundamentals are healthy.

quote — Daryl Ng, chairman of Sino Group70% confidence

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JLL 50% Kerry Properties 50% K. Wah International 50% China Merchants Land 50% Tseung Kwan O 60% Middle East ×260% MTR Corporation ×260% Norry Lee 60% Daryl Ng 70% Sino Group ×270% La Mirabelle ×480% Hong Kong ×390%

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new launches 90% hong kong homebuyers 90% la mirabelle 80% residential market 70% interest rates 60% property sales 60% developers 50% rental yields 40% geopolitical tensions 40%

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