By Elly, OPI
When I first set foot on Bali, I wasn’t just drawn by the turquoise waters and rice-field views—I was looking for the next property hot-spot. And today I believe Bali remains a very compelling international investment destination. Here’s why:
1. Strong Tourism & Digital‐Nomad Tailwinds
Tourism levels are rebounding strongly, which fuels demand for short-stay properties. In addition, Bali has become a magnet for digital nomads—longer stays, furnished villas, flexible living. This means investors aren’t purely reliant on peak holiday seasons.
2. Rental Yield Potential Above Global Norms
In numerous reports, villas in Bali are showing rental yields gross of around 7 %-15 % in prime areas. Some older reports even quoted up to 15-20 % or more—but with caveats.
To be clear: the globe-average rental yield is much lower (c. 5 %).
3. Property Appreciation Upside
In certain hot zones of Bali—such as Canggu and Uluwatu—land and property values have been growing at rates up to 15–20 % in some reports. That gives both income and capital-growth dimensions to the investment.
4. Entry Threshold Still Reasonable
While luxury villas cost a premium, there are more modest investment-entry points in Bali compared to many Western markets. Some sources suggest you can begin with smaller villas or apartments from ~$150k onwards.
5. Cultural & Lifestyle Pull
Bali isn’t just an investment island—it’s a lifestyle one. That adds non-financial value (which many of our OPI‐readers appreciate). The ability to enjoy the property, rent it out, or combine both is part of the appeal.
What to watch / caveats:
Legal structure is vital
Location still matters hugely. Yields vary widely by zone.
Management cost, occupancy fluctuations and maintenance can bite net returns.
Because yield expectations have become more “mature,” don’t expect doubling your money overnight. Some recent commentary suggests more realistic expectations of 7-12 % net returns.
Bottom line:
If you’re looking for a “buy and forget” scheme with modest returns, Bali may not be for you. But if you’re open to leveraging the tourism/digital-nomad trend, willing to choose the right location and set up the right structure, then Bali remains a very interesting investment for 2025 and beyond.
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