About This Site
Korea Real Estate Guide is an English-language information site about Korean real estate. We collect, translate, and organize Korean property market information that is otherwise available only in Korean.
Why This Site Exists
Finding reliable English-language information about Korean real estate is surprisingly difficult. Most Korean property data, legal regulations, and market analysis are published only in Korean. News articles about the Seoul housing market rarely explain what the changes mean for foreign residents or potential buyers.
This site aims to fill that gap by providing accurate, regularly-updated information in English — with references to official Korean sources and law.
What You’ll Find Here
- Weekly Market Report — A free English summary of Korean real estate news, published regularly with source links to original Korean articles
- Buying & Renting Guide — How property transactions work in Korea, including the 2025 Foreign Land Transaction Permit
- Visa & Settlement Guide — Visa types, tax information, and relocation basics
- Living in Korea — Practical information about neighborhoods, schools, healthcare, and daily life
- Blog — In-depth articles on specific topics and FAQs
Our Approach
Source-based
We cite original Korean law using official KLRI English translations and link to Korean news sources. Every claim has a verifiable basis.
Regularly updated
Korean real estate regulations change frequently. We track these changes and update our guides accordingly.
For foreigners specifically
Every article includes analysis of what Korean market changes mean specifically for non-Korean readers.
Korea Real Estate Guide is an independent information resource. It is not affiliated with any government agency, real estate company, or property portal. Content on this site is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or investment advice.