366 Apartments & Houses for Sale in Hamra

About the Area

Hamra is one of the densest and most walkable district in Beirut, built around the American University of Beirut and its medical centre. That makes it unusual among Beirut areas for buyers: alongside owner-occupiers, a meaningful share of purchases here are investment buys, because the student and medical population gives the area the most consistent rental demand in the city.

The area stays busy well into the evening. Cafes, bookshops, cinemas and small retail line Hamra Street and the roads around it, and most daily needs are within walking distance.

What Apartments Cost

Apartments in Hamra currently ask roughly $2,900 to $3,000 per square metre, just below Achrafieh. Smaller units tend to ask more per square metre than larger ones, reflecting the strong demand for one-bedroom and studio stock in the area.

These figures reflect asking prices in current listings rather than recorded sale prices, and the final price is usually negotiated. Based on listings on DoorEast, July 2026.

Where to Look in Hamra

• Hamra Street and around — The commercial spine. Busiest, most convenient, with the widest mix of building types.
• Bliss — Facing AUB. The strongest area for smaller units and the most reliable rental demand.
• Jeanne d'Arc — Quieter than Hamra Street while staying central, with a mix of older residential buildings.
• Makhoul and Sadat — Residential streets slightly removed from the commercial core.

What You'll Find

Hamra has the highest concentration of small units in Beirut. Studios and one-bedrooms are widely available, and they are the most straightforward stock to let out if you are buying for yield. Two-bedroom apartments are common; larger family units are less so, and buyers wanting space generally look east toward Achrafieh or west into Ras Beirut.

Much of the stock sits in buildings from the 1960s through 1980s. Condition varies considerably between neighbouring addresses, and renovation standard has more effect on price here than the specific street.

Parking and Getting Around

Hamra is the most walkable district in Beirut, and many residents rarely drive within the area. Parking availability varies by building, and it is worth confirming for the specific apartment since it affects both resale and rental appeal.

Getting in and out of Hamra by car is slower than the distance suggests, particularly during university term time.

Before You Buy

If you are buying to let, ask about the building's rental history and whether other units are tenanted, as buildings with an established rental mix are usually more straightforward. Check monthly building charges, since maintenance, generator and water are billed separately and carry over to you as owner. Confirm the building's power and water arrangements.