Purchase costs for real estate in Casablanca which costs should you not forget
Many investors first focus on the asking price of an apartment or house in Casablanca. But the real investment is always larger than the purchase price alone. Serious investors should include every cost required to acquire the property properly and make it rental-ready.
A property that looks attractive at first sight may become less attractive once all additional costs are included. That is why a full cost overview before purchase is essential.
Why purchase costs matter
- they define your true entry amount
- they affect your net rental yield
- they determine how much reserve cash you need
- they influence how quickly you can start renting out
Main cost categories
- Purchase price of the property
- Acquisition and transfer costs such as notarial and administrative processing
- Technical and document checks before purchase
- Renovation and refresh works to make the apartment rentable
- Furnishing and furniture for furnished rentals
- Rental-ready setup such as photography, cleaning and presentation
- Reserve budget for unexpected costs
- Operational setup and management especially for remote investors
Common mistakes
- calculating with purchase price only
- underestimating renovation costs
- treating furnishing as a minor detail
- not keeping a reserve buffer
- forgetting management costs in planning
Practical tip
Use one investment sheet per property with each cost block listed separately. Only then compare expected rent and net yield. This helps you compare total investment instead of asking price only.
How MAROQ can help
MAROQ can support property selection, cost estimation, renovation and furnishing planning, rental positioning and management guidance. This gives investors a more realistic view of total investment before buying.
Conclusion
The purchase price is only the starting point. Investors who include all acquisition and setup costs make stronger decisions and build a more sustainable real estate strategy in Casablanca.
