Author:
Norbert Stahl

The construction of the first smart shopping mall of Budapest has started

The currently under construction Etele Mall (Etele Plaza) will be the third largest shopping and entertainment center in Hungary, located in Újbuda (Kelenföld) with its 55 000 m2, at the biggest intermodal transport node of Budapest.

Hidden treasures of Budapest - The Károlyi Garden

Budapest is a true capital with many famous sights attracting tourists. At the same time, there are places that only locals really know, but are real treasures such is the Károlyi Garden (Károlyi-kert) in the iconic district V. Despite its busy surroundings, its small size and the tall buildings around the park make it easy to miss.

The number of new apartments continues to rise in Budapest

In Budapest there are currently 20 000 apartments being built or planned to be built.

Budapest real estate prices have increased up to 80% in the past years

Over the last 3-5 years, the Hungarian real estate market has gone through tremendous changes. In 2013, there was a slow downturn in the pre-owned home market, followed by an accelerating rise in prices. This rise was moderated in 2017, but the real estate prices are still increasing.

Property of the month - September

The property of September is unique in terms of location and neighborhood as well. The outstanding property offered for sale is located in Buda, in the popular district XI, also in one of the most frequented parts of the city, on St. Gellért Square.

5 reasons why foreign students choose Budapest

Budapest has long been a popular city for university studies among foreign students. In addition to new adventures for a lifetime, Budapest has many other opportunities for them. We have summarized five reasons why this city is a popular destination for higher education studies in the region.

The iPhone of properties is already here

Modern mobile homes and container houses are getting more and more widespread. This video shows that they can also be no-compromise, high-end, smart homes.  

Excellent TED talk on architecture in our lives

"Architecture is not about math or zoning -- it's about visceral emotions," says Marc Kushner in this fascinating and inspiring Ted talk. 

Property of the month - August 2017

Panoramic views can always make a property extraordinary, but this little gem in downtown Budapest is a real rarity - the carefully designed and crafted interior perfectly matches the incredible views this apartment has.    

Apartment rentals are booming in Budapest

With the new academic year starting in September, this month is certainly the season to see and expect the apartment rental market boom in Budapest.    

Possible tax lift on long term rental income

A new proposal for the year 2018 would lift the 14% tax on rental income. 

Capital gains in 2016 in the Hungarian Property Market

The national average in 2016 on the value increase of residential properties in Hungary was 15,4%, according to a report by the Hungarian National Bank.   

Property of the month May

This month, our staff picked this super cool, movie-themed apartment in Budapest's 7th District. Read more to find out its best features.

Thousands of new homes expected in 2017

2017 will be dominated by new home constructions, with an estimated total of 14,000-15,000 homes expected to be buitl this year. 

Property of the month - March

This month's feature is a wonderfully designed and furnished 1 bedroom apartment on the iconic Andrassy Avenue. 

Cool new loft apartments planned on Astoria's abandoned building

The once office building that stands next to Astoria Hotel in downtown Budapest has been empty and abandoned for decades now. There's a group of people that are interested in giving the real estate a new life. 

Hungarian Housing Prices Skyrocket

Hungary’s real estate market is in an upward spiral after years of decline due to the real estate market crisis in 2008. The expected growth is five-to-ten percent in the following two years. Beginning in 2014, property prices began to grow by over ten percent. Hungary’s low interest rate, a record low at 1.5%, and a stabilized banking system lured buyers and investors alike. The trust factor has returned to the real estate market in Hungary.

Housing subsidiary - the Hungarian CSOK Program

At the end of 2015, the Hungarian government decided to allocate money towards a new subsidy purchase program for young families with children. The minister has set a budget of HUF 40 billion but has said that this could be increase if the demand is high enough. It is important to note that over 80% of the Hungarian population are in favor of this government action. The minister has said that the government is willing to help several hundred thousand families.

New wing of Central European University complete

Budapest's renowned Central European University has finally completed a new wing - the first phase of an enourmous development for expanding in the next few years, the new building in Nador street is now buzzing with life. 

Budapest: The Best Real Estate Market in Europe

While Budapest, the capital of Hungary, may not be the first city that tourists heading to Europe put on their itineraries, it's becoming a new magnet for global real estate investors. Budapest is not as saturated with buyers and sellers as cities that are more on the beaten track. That's only part of its appeal, however. The "Pearl of the Danube" is a world class location with assets that outshine more high profile markets. The advantages to buying property there may never be as ideal.

Budapest Real Estate Continues to Attract Investors

Hungary’s capital city of Budapest continues to attract foreign investors seeking high-end apartments. Professional real estate investors see the boom in tourism and now seek to rent the properties they purchase. This boom has led to a rise in real estate purchase transactions and helped stabilize the housing market in Budapest. Many risk-averse foreign investors now consider Budapest as their preferred investment destination.


 

Budapest is the new favorite for foreign property investors

A new wave of foreign property investors has descended on Budapest, the capital city of Hungary. According to a study recently released by estate agency Otthon Centrum, the first half of 2015 saw an astonishing increase of property transactions in the city. In fact, the total figure was ultimately revealed to be 40 percent higher than the final figure that was reported for the previous year. In a word, the property market for foreign investors in Budapest is booming at a rate that was frankly inconceivable even a few short years ago.


 

Norbert StahlNorbert Stahl
2016-08-08
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As investors buy up Budapest apartments, prices continue to rise

When Viktor Balint and Lazslo Katona bought their first apartment in Budapest as an investment, they knew they were onto something big.

“Tourists from western Europe come here and they have a laughing fit because they can rent an apartment for so little,” Katona told Bloomberg.com. “We’re also smiling, looking at the profit.”


 

Central Bank: Housing Price Growth “Not Excessive”

Housing prices in Hungary have rose by a stunning 21% in  2014 and 2015, much faster than the neighborhing countries, but according a report published by the Hungarian National Bank, this is not excessive growth. 


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