Watheeq Proptech Venture

Watheeq PropTech Venture, founded in 2021 and based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, is the region’s first venture capital fund dedicated to the rapidly growing PropTech sector. With a fund size of $26.7 million, the firm focuses on investing in technology-driven solutions aimed at transforming traditional real estate markets across the MENA region. Watheeq’s investment targets include startups working on smart cities, real estate marketplaces, and blockchain-based property solutions. The firm’s portfolio companies are selected for their potential to scale and disrupt the real estate ecosystem, offering innovative approaches to real estate transactions, property management, and sustainability. Watheeq places significant emphasis on Sharia-compliant investments and seeks to bridge the gap between the MENA region and global PropTech markets, fostering innovation in sectors like climate tech, co-working, and real estate fintech. Through its investments, Watheeq is helping propel the digital transformation of the real estate industry, which has been accelerated by the pandemic and increasing climate concerns. The fund aims to create eco-friendly and tech-integrated urban environments by backing startups that address these challenges head-on.