Big Money Pours into North Port's 50,000-Seat Dome Stadium Push... 'Lotte Castle De Mer' Gains Value

A view of the surrounding area from Lotte Castle De Mer / Photo courtesy of Vividcom

The area around Busan's North Port is rapidly transforming into a global maritime city through the development of maritime infrastructure, including a marina and opera house, and the second phase of its redevelopment project. Building on this progress, North Port has firmly established itself as a new economic and cultural hub for Busan, moving beyond its former role as a logistics port.

Now, another major opportunity is on the horizon for North Port. The Busan Metropolitan Government is making a full-scale bid to attract a large dome with a capacity of 50,000 and is devoting every effort to selecting a final candidate site by the end of 2026. If construction of the domed stadium becomes a reality, North Port will emerge as a cultural and sporting destination in Korea, hosting a steady stream of megaton-scale sporting events and global K-pop performances throughout the year. This is expected to attract millions of visitors annually and generate a substantial economic impact, further boosting North Port's location value and future prospects.

At the heart of North Port's large-scale redevelopment and the major opportunity presented by the proposed 50,000-seat domed stadium is Lotte Castle De Mer, a landmark set to benefit from the area's growing appeal. The confirmed decision to build the Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries' new headquarters in North Port is also expected to bring a succession of major shipping and logistics companies to the area and create strong demand from affluent professionals. Above all, the complex has fully resolved the residential restrictions associated with its former classification as a lifestyle lodging facility by securing a change of use to a residential officetel. This has clearly addressed issues around change-of-address registration and stable long-term residence, further strengthening the complex's value.

As attention turns to the possible introduction of tax benefits for officetels, including a reduction in acquisition tax through a future local tax reform plan, the complex is being viewed as an ideal hybrid investment that can capture the substantial demand generated by the domed stadium and North Port redevelopment.

In particular, its specialized design and high-end infrastructure, comparable to those of an apartment, are expected to set a new paradigm in the premium housing market.

Its exceptional luxury amenities, befitting North Port's dazzling vision, are another key factor attracting high-net-worth individuals. The Sky Community, dramatically perched 51 floors above ground, features an infinity-style swimming pool, an ocean-view fitness center and a screen golf facility, offering the best of high-end living. In addition, Hanwha Hotels & Resorts' five-star brand MATIE provides concierge services on par with those of a luxury hotel. At the elegantly appointed residents-only cafe lounge, residents can enjoy permanent ocean views stretching out below and relax in luxury 365 days a year.

Rising from five basement levels to 59 floors above ground, Lotte Castle De Mer reaches a maximum height of 213 meters. It recently made a limited number of its key units with premium views, the Royal Floor Edition (company-held units), available. The vision of North Port as a fully realized city of the future, the major opportunities presented by the proposed 50,000-seat domed stadium and the Ministry of Oceans and Fisheries' relocation, and expectations for tax benefits for officetels: interest is growing in securing a place in this unparalleled complex, which brings together all the ingredients for success.

More information is available on the sales website and at the De Mer Move-In Support Center.

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