Flats as capital investments in Berlin – security for tenants and investors

For years, Berlin’s real estate market has been defined by rising demand, limited supply, and a constantly changing legal framework. While many buyers traditionally acquire a single condominium as an investment, apartment packages are increasingly coming into the spotlight. An apartment package refers to the purchase of multiple units – for example, 2, 5, 10, or even 20 apartments – in a single transaction. These units may be located within the same building, spread across several buildings, or offered as a portfolio in different neighborhoods. Apartment packages in Berlin are especially attractive for investors pursuing a long-term wealth strategy, looking to benefit from economies of scale, and seeking to capitalize on the stability of the Berlin residential market.

The Market for Apartment Packages in Berlin: Overview and Dynamics With over 3.8 million residents, Berlin is not only Germany’s largest city but also one of Europe’s most dynamic real estate markets. Demand for housing […]

Since 2014, the so-called Repurposing Act (Zweckentfremdungsgesetz) has been in force in Berlin. The aim of this legislation is to ensure that apartments are used for standard tenancies only. This is to prevent apartments from being withdrawn from the conventional rental accommodation market and to make it easier for tenants to find housing. Since the law came into force, a permit is required before an apartment can be repurposed, e.g. as a holiday home.

The act has been amended in numerous ways over the years with the intention of making it more effective. In 2018, an amendment came into force that requires providers of holiday apartments to join a […]

As the year got under way, the major research institutes and departments, assessors associations, statisticians and market observers published their figures relating to Germany’s property market. The results are illuminating and provide insight into potential future developments. This year, the trend is once again clear: property prices are continuing to rise across the board – though less dynamically than before.  

Berlin – a city of possibilities Berlin is a modern, dynamic metropolis with international pulling power. The break-neck pace of development here over the past three decades is reflected in the diametric contrast of challenges […]