Where the Cheapest Apartments in Astana Are
On the resale market the most affordable districts are Saryarka (median one-room — KZT 18.5m) and Baikonur (KZT 18.9m).
Among new builds the lowest average one-room prices are in Almaty district (KZT 17.35m) and Saryarka (KZT 17.95m); an economy-class square meter averaged KZT 356,800 in August 2026.
For reference: the average price per square meter of resale housing in Astana in August 2026 was KZT 740,356, and of new builds KZT 747,116 (Bureau of National Statistics). Apartments in right-bank districts and in economy class are well below these averages.
Resale Market: Prices by District
| District | 1-room | 2-room | 3-room |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saryarka | KZT 18.5m | KZT 25m | KZT 37m |
| Baikonur | KZT 18.9m | KZT 26.5m | KZT 40m |
| Almaty | KZT 20.55m | KZT 29.9m | KZT 42.5m |
| Sarayshyk | KZT 21.9m | KZT 30.5m | KZT 49.5m |
| Nura | KZT 24.5m | KZT 34.5m | KZT 51m |
| Yesil | KZT 27m | KZT 39.9m | KZT 64m |
Median asking prices from Krisha.kz listings (2026). The gap between the cheapest and the most expensive district for a three-room apartment is about KZT 27m.
All the most affordable districts are on the right bank — see "Astana's Left and Right Banks".
New Builds: Prices by Class and District
| Housing class | Price per m² (August 2026) | Monthly change | 36 m² one-room* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Economy | KZT 356,800 | +9.52% | ≈ KZT 12.8m |
| Comfort | KZT 512,291 | +0.57% | ≈ KZT 18.4m |
| Business | KZT 720,452 | −2.02% | ≈ KZT 25.9m |
| Premium | KZT 1,060,789 | −0.29% | ≈ KZT 38.2m |
Prices per m² — Homsters (August 2026 results). *Our calculation: 36 m² is the most popular one-room layout in the Homsters catalog in August.
| District | 1-room | 2-room | 3-room |
|---|---|---|---|
| Almaty | KZT 17.35m | KZT 26.64m | KZT 39.82m |
| Saryarka | KZT 17.95m | KZT 35.81m | KZT 56.85m |
| Yesil | KZT 26.27m | KZT 45.31m | KZT 70.96m |
| Nura | KZT 28.87m | KZT 42.09m | KZT 61.75m |
| Baikonur | KZT 34.88m | KZT 29.75m | KZT 49.57m |
Average new-build apartment prices, Homsters (August 2026). In Baikonur one-room units average more than two-room ones because of the supply mix — do not use that value as a benchmark. Sarayshyk is not reported separately.
Why an Apartment Is Cheaper
- Building age and condition. Older housing in Saryarka and Baikonur is cheaper than new complexes but requires checking utilities, the facade and building management.
- Housing class. Business class costs roughly twice as much per square meter as economy class.
- Location and transport. Distance from the left-bank center, LRT stations and major employers lowers the price — and may lower liquidity on resale.
- Finishing. In new builds, finishing raises the price but reduces spending after purchase; under Nauryz it also determines the down payment (10% vs 20%).
How to Buy Cheaper Without Overpaying
- Compare medians, not ads. A listing price is an asking price; actual deals often close after negotiation.
- Count the full cost of ownership: renovation, utilities, property tax and commuting.
- Check the property — encumbrances via egov.kz, the seller's documents, the building's condition; for new builds — the permit to raise buyers' funds (see "New Builds in Astana: Completion Dates and Checks").
- Choose financing: "7-20-25" covers only completed new builds, while Umai allows resale built in 2016 or later — compared in "Subsidized Mortgages 2026".
- Remember tax on resale: for housing bought from 2026 the exemption starts after two years of ownership (details).
Suburbs: Cheaper, With Caveats
Settlements around the capital (Kosshy, Talapker and others) belong to Akmola region, and apartments there are usually cheaper than in the city. But consider commuting time and infrastructure: according to Homsters (31.08.2026), KZT 145.6bn has been earmarked for water, heating, power networks and roads in suburban settlements for 2027–2028 — meaning some networks are still being completed.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Astana district has the cheapest apartments?
On the resale market — Saryarka (median one-room about KZT 18.5 million) and Baikonur (about KZT 18.9 million), based on Krisha.kz listings for 2026. Among new builds the lowest average one-room prices are in Almaty district and Saryarka.
How much does the cheapest one-room apartment in Astana cost?
The median resale one-room price in the most affordable district, Saryarka, is about KZT 18.5 million. In economy-class new builds a square meter averaged KZT 356,800 in August 2026, so a 36 m² apartment costs about KZT 12.8 million.
What does a square meter cost in economy-class new builds in Astana?
According to Homsters, KZT 356,800 in August 2026, up 9.52% from July. For comparison: comfort class — KZT 512,291, business — KZT 720,452.
Is buying a cheap apartment in an old building worthwhile?
It depends on the building's condition and location. The entry price is lower, but you should budget for renovation and check utilities; resale liquidity in older housing is usually lower than in new complexes.
Sources
- Krisha.kz: where the cheapest apartments in Astana are (in Russian) — krisha.kz
- Homsters: Astana new-build market, August 2026 (in Russian) — info.homsters.kz
- Inform.kz, 09.07.2026: housing prices per BNS data (in Russian) — inform.kz
- Kursiv, 26.08.2026: housing price dynamics, Halyk Finance (in Russian) — kz.kursiv.media
- Homsters, 31.08.2026: Astana development and suburbs (in Russian) — info.homsters.kz