[Asia Economy Reporter Moon Jiwon] The Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport announced on the 23rd that the number of apartments scheduled for occupancy nationwide from February to April was counted at 83,527 units, a 2.8% increase compared to the recent 5-year average (81,000 units).
In Seoul, 14,673 units are expected to be occupied, which is 107.7% compared to the 5-year average (7,000 units) and a 19.7% increase compared to the same period last year (12,000 units).
In the metropolitan area, 24,194 units will be occupied next month, including Gangdong Godeok (4,057 units) and Ansan Sangnok (3,728 units). In March, 13,315 units including Yangcheon Sinwol (3,045 units) and Hanam Gamil (1,930 units) will be occupied, and in April, 8,475 units including Gwacheon Jungang (1,571 units) and Bucheon Goean (921 units) are scheduled for occupancy.
In the provinces, 10,875 units will be occupied next month, including Wanju Sambong (1,092 units) and Busan Sajik (914 units). In March, 12,357 units including Gwangju Usan (1,660 units) and Busan Jin-gu (1,520 units) will be occupied. Additionally, in April, 14,311 units including Cheonan Dujeong (2,586 units) and Busan Ilgwang (1,354 units) are planned for occupancy.
By housing size, units under 60㎡ account for 30,774 units, 60?85㎡ for 46,955 units, and over 85㎡ for 5,798 units. Small and medium-sized housing under 85㎡ make up 93.1% of the total, indicating a particularly large volume of occupancy.
By provider, private supply accounts for 67,186 units, and public supply for 16,341 units, respectively.
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