Market Insights for Property Owners

At first glance, a one-bedroom apartment as an investment seems straightforward: a lower purchase price than larger apartments, a clear target audience, and good rental potential in the right location. In Berlin, however, the assessment in 2026 is much more nuanced.

Over the past few decades, our idea of “sufficient living space” has changed significantly. While in the postwar period a family could often get by with a small apartment, today’s expectations for space and comfort are much higher. But how much living space does a family really need—and why?

If you suddenly find yourself with a five-figure sum—or even more—in equity as a result of an inheritance or a gift, you’ll be faced with the question of how to handle it. We’ll explain what you need to know.

The trend toward owning a vacation home is here to stay—whether you use it yourself or rent it out to guests.

Housing should meet the needs of as many people as possible. The more accessible apartments there are on the market, the better. But not every property labeled as accessible actually is. Our new blog post explains why.

Switch to a heat pump now and secure up to €21,000 in subsidies! In 2025, the government is supporting climate-friendly heating systems more than ever before—with attractive incentives, a digital application process, and up to a 70% subsidy. Here’s an overview of all the information on the BAFA subsidy.

In the Berlin district of Tempelhof-Schöneberg, there will soon be two new neighborhood protection zones: Berlin now has about 20 residential areas that the district administrations have certified as requiring special protection.

If you want to buy a property, you’ll have to visit a notary—in Germany, a sale isn’t legally binding until it’s been notarized. Here, we’ll explain what you need to keep in mind.

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Buying a condominium requires careful financial planning. It is important to keep track of all costs, contribute sufficient equity, and choose the right type of loan.

A vacant apartment does not automatically yield a higher return. A rented apartment is not automatically a safer investment. The decision only becomes sound once the specific apartment has been properly assessed within its specific neighborhood.

In June, it was that time of year again: the ACCENTRO Housing Costs Report was published. For what is now the sixth edition, the German Economic Institute (IW) once again analyzed the local housing market from ACCENTRO.