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Oujda or Mohammedia: where to buy?
For new builds, Oujda is on average about 43% cheaper than Mohammedia. Here are the figures side by side, then our reading by project.
Figures side by side
| Criterion | Oujda | Mohammedia |
|---|---|---|
| Price per m² (new) | 4,500 – 8,000 MAD/m² | 8,000 – 14,000 MAD/m² |
| Studio (≈ 40 m²) | MAD 180,000 – MAD 320,000 | MAD 320,000 – MAD 560,000 |
| 2-bedroom (≈ 95 m²) | MAD 430,000 – MAD 760,000 | MAD 760,000 – MAD 1,330,000 |
| Size for MAD 1 million | 160 m² | 90 m² |
| Most affordable area | Centre · Lazaret · Al Qods | Bouznika · Benslimane |
| Most expensive area | Saïdia (seaside resort) | Centre · Parc · Plage |
| Seaside areas | 1 | 2 |
| Villa areas | — | 1 |
| Apartment prices (IPAI, 1 quarter) | +0.1% | — |
| Areas tracked | 2 | 2 |
Indicative 2025-2026 new-build benchmarks tracked by ABRAJ (price per m² by neighbourhood), before purchase costs. ABRAJ publishes no listings: an advisor searches for the matching property.
Our reading by project
Tight budget: Oujda (lower average price).
Families: Oujda and Mohammedia are even on this point.
Buy-to-let: Oujda and Mohammedia are even on this point.
Near the sea: Mohammedia (2 seaside areas).
Upscale: Oujda and Mohammedia are even on this point.
Living in Oujda
Capital of the Oriental region with very affordable prices; Saïdia for the seaside.
A large diaspora (France, Belgium, the Netherlands), many purchases made from abroad.
Living in Mohammedia
Between Casablanca and Rabat, with beaches and golf, and prices below Casablanca for a seaside setting.
Daily commute to Casablanca by motorway or train.
Investing in Oujda
Limited rental demand outside the centre; Saïdia is very seasonal.
Investing in Mohammedia
Main homes for Casablanca executives, summer rentals.
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Frequently asked questions
Is it cheaper to buy in Oujda or Mohammedia?
For new builds, Oujda: 4,500 – 8,000 MAD/m²; Mohammedia: 8,000 – 14,000 MAD/m². Oujda is about 43% cheaper.
How much is a 2-bedroom in Oujda and in Mohammedia?
About MAD 430,000 – MAD 760,000 in Oujda and MAD 760,000 – MAD 1,330,000 in Mohammedia, before purchase costs (≈ 7%).
What size for MAD 1 million in Oujda or Mohammedia?
About 160 m² in Oujda and 90 m² in Mohammedia, at the average new-build price.
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Last updated: 2026-10-20