Feel free to contact us with any questions you may have regarding the sale of your property.
Tel.: +49 89 340 823-540 | verkauf@mrlodge.de
Jacqueline Sauren
Office Management Real Estate Sales
Find out on this page how real estate prices in Munich are changing, which districts are currently the most sought-after in Munich, how Mr. Lodge determines real estate values in the current market situation, what rents and purchase prices can be achieved and why we can competently support you in this endeavor.
Munich has grown strongly in recent years. As the third largest metropolis in Germany, the city of 1.6 million people is currently in high demand as a place to work and live.
In addition, the real estate market in Munich is in a better state in summer 2024. Lively interest, more sales and stable to slightly rising prices mark the end of the slump in the residential property purchase market.
The decline in prices of around 10-20% over the last two years and falling interest rates are creating new opportunities for prospective buyers. The Munich real estate market is demonstrating its strength as one of the best addresses for solid and future-proof investments in residential real estate.
Anyone selling a property in Munich needs an experienced market professional to determine the fair market price. After square meter prices have only risen over a long period of time, special care is required when prices fall.
The experienced real estate agents at Mr. Lodge first develop a sensible, individual sales strategy. When determining the right property price, they also take into account what buyers in Munich can currently afford and in which target group the property on offer has the best chances of selling.
Real estate prices in Munich have been at record levels for years. If you look at the purchase prices for condominiums, they have been at an absolute high since 2012. At that time, a square meter of living space could change hands for 3,428 euros. At the beginning of 2022, the average price was 9,187 euros. That corresponds to almost a tripling of the selling price.
This unmediated price increase reached a temporary peak at the end of 2022. Since then, prices per square meter in Munich have fallen.
There were signs of a trend reversal in the second quarter of 2024: Various sources, including Immoscout24, Immobilienzeitung and Sprengnetter, report an increase of between 0.1% and 0.4%. The IVD writes on the market situation: “The rising number of inquiries indicates a gradual market recovery.”
Development of asking prices for condominiums in Munich from 2012 to the 2nd quarter of 2024 (in euros per square meter)
Source: Statista
The prices per square meter in Munich are frequently used as a reference value for property valuation by buyers and owners. However, the individual values from the Munich districts cannot be used to determine with certainty how much a property actually costs. This requires the experience of a long-standing market expert like Mr. Lodge, because apartments and houses are highly individual and a number of value-determining factors must be taken into account.
Nevertheless, there are trends in Munich that influence prices per square meter. For example, despite a phase of price reductions in recent years, Munich remains one of the most expensive real estate locations in Germany.
For potential buyers, the average price per square meter for existing properties in Munich in 2024 is around €7,600 to €8,000 per square meter. In sought-after districts such as Altstadt-Lehel, Maxvorstadt and Schwabing, prices remain stable at over €10,000 per square meter, while in peripheral districts such as Trudering, Aubing and Pasing, prices per square meter can range between €6,500 and €7,500.
For buyers, the price decline in recent years, triggered by rising interest rates and lower demand, presents opportunities. The market nevertheless remains highly competitive, especially for well-located properties. Those who can secure solid financing will find interesting entry options on the Munich real estate market in 2024.
Real estate owners in Munich can continue to benefit from high prices per square meter in 2024. Average prices in central locations remain stable at over €10,000 per square meter, which continues to make the sales value in prime locations very attractive. In districts such as Moosach or Laim, prices remain at a high level of between €6,500 and €7,500 per square meter, depending on the quality and location of the property, and can also be significantly higher in some cases.
For owners, 2024 is a good time to consider sales opportunities, as prices have stabilized following the decline. A thorough market analysis is advisable in order to take advantage of the best sales opportunities and identify the right time to sell.
Mr. Lodge achieved an average of €10,005 per square meter euro for condominium sales in the period May 2023 to April 2024, well above the average values.
Anyone looking to sell a house or apartment in Munich will benefit from the development of Munich's real estate prices. The districts that are most popular are certainly those around the city center or Munich's old town. There you will find nightlife of all kinds and culinary offerings for every taste. The city of Munich is alive and always in tune with the times, which is most noticeable in the neighborhoods near the old town. Nevertheless, all of Munich's districts have something special: Although places like Germering, Unterhaching and Unterföhring are generally not as popular with students, families or older generations like to live in these somewhat quieter areas.
Of course, demand shows in the price of square meter: the trendier the district, the higher the purchase price. Since Munich real estate prices have been at record levels since 1950 and the city is one of the most expensive cities in Germany , properties in all districts will attract enthusiasts and buyers.
Going by the rental prices for apartments in 2023, these 5 districts are at the top: Altstadt-Lehel, Maxvorstadt, Ludwigsvorstadt-Isarvorstadt, Schwabing and Schwabing-West, Au-Haidhausen. All these districts will require net rents of €22 to € 25 per square meter of living space.
Rental prices for apartments in Munich in 2023 broken down by district (in euros per square meter)
Since construction interest rates have risen, many people interested in real estate find it harder to afford to buy their own home or condominium.
Financial strength is declining and so are inquiries, although demand remains strong.
Therefore, the diligence of a long-standing, experienced market expert like Mr. Lodge is necessary to determine a sales price in line with the market.
The residential real estate market is on the road to recovery. The supply of condominiums for sale will be lower in the city and district of Munich in 2023 compared to the previous year. Thanks to better conditions for real estate loans and attractive purchase prices, we expect buying interest to continue to increase until the end of the year. Furnished apartments and houses remain scarce and expensive and continue to be very attractive as an investment opportunity.
The current situation is therefore a good time for all property owners who want to sell their property, whether owner-occupied or rented, as there are good profits to be made.
With Mr. Lodge as a partner at your side, nothing stands in the way of the successful sale of your property. For more than 30 years we have been real estate agents in Munich and the surrounding area and we know the market.
When it comes to selling your property, we act routinely and proceed as follows:
First, the property is inspected. The best way to analyze the advantages and weaknesses of a property is on site. The next step is the property valuation. We determine the achievable sales price and discuss which measures could be taken to increase the revenue. You as the owner may carry out minimal modernizations that can positively influence the value. For a perfect presentation we offer home staging. This involves furnishing the empty property in a homely manner so that interested parties can experience the full potential of their future home. Studies show that this method achieves considerably better sales revenues.
As a next step, we sift through and thoroughly check the documents provided. We advise you as the owner which documents are necessary for a successful sale and obtain them on your behalf, if requested. Our commissioning is transparent and our payment is based on a performance-related commission.
Then we start to create an exposé of your property. For this purpose, our in-house team of photographers will take pictures and videos of your apartment or house. Subsequently, we create an appealing exposé, which summarizes the core data of the property and the mentioned pictures. We publish this on our homepage and on the well-known internet portals.
In the next step we think about the target group of your sale: Is it rather the young couple with children, the student, whose parents finance the apartment for their child or is it rather older people, who could be prospective buyers of the property?
Depending on the target group, we develop a suitable marketing strategy as a team. The reason being: not every channel is suitable for all interested parties. While young people are always on the move and use platforms such as TikTok or Instagram on a daily basis, this is quite different for older people. Prospective real estate buyers of a certain age use real estate portals or advertisements in established print media to find the house or apartment of their dreams. There are countless possibilities and it is vital to maximize their potential.
The next item on our agenda is marketing. We strive to match real estate buyers with properties. In order to find ideal prospective buyers for your property, we proactively compose mailings. This way, we can directly approach our extensive pool of interested parties. The chances of finding the right buyer for your house or condominium like this are quite good. In addition, we present your property on our homepage and place the advertisement on all common Internet portals. Print media and displays in our shop windows in Munich and Rottach-Egern are used as further means to generate attention. We approach potential buyers in a targeted manner and proactively search for additional interested parties. During this process you are continuously informed about the status of the marketing. We also discuss the progress of negotiations and the next steps in the sales process with you as the owner and then implement them.
Subsequently, we will arrange viewing appointments on your behalf with those who are seriously interested in buying. Of course, tenants and you as the property owner will be involved in this process. We always work hand in hand.
Furthermore, we are a competent partner when it comes to sales negotiations. We determine the conditions under which the property will ultimately change hands. We also support potential buyers in taking out mortgages.
Finally, the notarial purchase contract according to our specifications is drawn up by a notary. We discuss this in advance with you as the owner and accompany you to the notary appointment, where the sale of the property is sealed by the signature of all parties.
As a local real estate agent, we know the Munich real estate market like the back of our hand. We have a large network and therefore know all the properties on offer in the Isar metropolis. We know what type of property and which districts are currently in demand, and we provide professional support in price negotiations with prospective buyers.
With years of expertise, a very professional and multilingual team, we have a wealth of experience - also with international buyers. We understand the market and can achieve the optimal selling price for you. In doing so, we take over all tasks for you to ensure the success of your real estate sale.
Real estate prices in Munich are expected to remain at their current level in 2025. Following the significant declines of recent years, a further fall in prices is rather unlikely. Rather, market observers expect that prices in the most sought-after locations could rise slightly, while remaining stable or falling slightly in peripheral areas.
A moderate interest rate level of around 3% for property loans will not trigger a sharp jump in prices, but may stabilize demand as financing remains affordable. In sought-after districts such as Schwabing, Altstadt-Lehel and Maxvorstadt, this could lead to slight price increases of up to 2%, while prices in less central districts such as Aubing or Moosach are likely to remain largely stable.
Several factors will determine the development of real estate prices in Munich in 2025:
In 2025, buyers will still have the opportunity to purchase properties at more favorable conditions than in the years before 2022. Moderate prices can be expected, particularly in less central locations or peripheral districts, which will enable an attractive entry into the market. In prime locations, however, potential buyers should expect slight price increases.
Owners in Munich can expect prices to remain largely stable in 2025. There is an opportunity to achieve attractive sales prices in sought-after locations, while prices in peripheral districts are likely to stagnate at the current level. For owners in these areas, it could make sense to consider selling and realizing the prices.
Feel free to contact us with any questions you may have regarding the sale of your property.
Tel.: +49 89 340 823-540 | verkauf@mrlodge.de
Jacqueline Sauren
Office Management Real Estate Sales