The purpose of the study: all spheres of society and economy have been exposed to the coronavirus infection and are forced to adapt to new conditions and rules. The state is taking various measures to support both society and business, and is introducing new regulations designed to reduce the negative consequences of the economic shutdown. The purpose of this work is to consider the consequences that the coronavirus pandemic has had on the real estate market, to research new technologies used by market participants, and also to analyze the most significant changes in federal legislation in Russia in the context of a pandemic. © The Authors, published by EDP Sciences, 2020.