Influence of Technological and Socioeconomic Factors on Affordable and Sustainable Housing Development

An effective housing policy must ensure affordability for individuals across all income levels by integrating advanced technological innovations with comprehensive socioeconomic strategies. Affordable housing fosters social inclusion, whereas sustainability supports long-term environmental protection and economic stability. The success and long-term sustainability of affordable housing initiatives are heavily influenced by current socioeconomic conditions, emphasizing the need for context-specific, inclusive, and sustainable housing solutions. Benchmarks are crucial in affordable housing to determine if it is climate-positive, aligning with the goals of the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goal 11.1, which seeks to provide affordable and sustainable housing for everyone by 2030. This study uses the Scopus database to perform a scientometric analysis of 595 publications (2015–2024) on sustainability and affordability in housing. Using R-Studio 2025.05.1 + 513.pro3 and VOSviewer 1.6.20, it examines bibliographic trends, research gaps, and collaboration patterns across countries and journals. This study highlights performance thresholds related to economic, environmental, energy, territorial, and climatic factors. However, cost and ecological objectives can cause conflict with each other practically, and hence a balanced approach including green practices, efficient materials, and subsidies is crucial. There is a need for policymakers to address market gaps to prevent socially exclusive or environmentally harmful outcomes, maintain long-term urban resilience, and ensure sustained urban resilience and equitable access to affordable, sustainable housing by 2030. Integrating sustainable materials, circular and climate-resilient design, smart technologies, inclusive governance, and evidence-based policies is crucial for advancing affordable, equitable, and resilient housing. This approach guides future research and policy toward long-term social, economic, and environmental benefits. The findings and recommendations promote sustainable, affordable housing, emphasizing the need for further research on climate-resilient, energy-efficient, and cost-effective building solutions.