Buying property is a pretty big stress for everyone. But it only grows, when you decide to buy property abroad. We all know that the price of real estate is rarely the final number. What other expenses are waiting for you? How much does it cost to become an owner? Find out in the new article on Prian.
Property acquisition tax
It is mandatory to pay a property acquisition tax to entry into the land register. It is mandatory. The taxation depends on the Federal land where the property is located, therefore, check the amount beforehand. For instance, tax rate in Berlin is 6%.
Please note that a buyer and seller are both responsible for paying this tax. Commonly, the sale contract specifies that all associated costs are borne by the buyer.
The seller pays for removing the encumbrances from the land register as well as additional certification of the contract (Nachgenehmigung), if they were unable to attend the main certification (Beurkundung).
Expenses on the part of the buyer are:
a property acquisition tax,
notary services,
costs for registration of property rights,
broker's commission.
The land registry does not make a final re-registration of ownership rights unless taxes are paid.
Payment for notary services
A notary calculates expenses according to a special notarial table and charges a certain amount for each operation carried out in the process of the sale deal. The average amount of notary expenses is about 1.5%, but if a property’s cost is low, the amount of notary expenses may be about 2-3%. And vise versa, if the price of property is high, the notary’s expenses may be even lower than average.
The cost of re-registering property rights in the land register is on average 0.5%. But can be up to 1%, if the cost of real estate is low.
Payment of agent’s commission
The broker's commission is 3 to 6% + VAT on average. It is usually paid by the buyer.
Sometimes commission or it’s part in included into the price of a property and paid by the seller.
For cheaper properties real estate agents can set a fixed amount of commission independently.
Property acquisition tax
3.5%-6.5% from the cost of a property depending on the Federal land
Notary services
0.7%-3% depending on the price of a property
Legal expenses (registration, extract from the Land register)
0.3%-1% from the cost of a property
Broker’s commission
3%-6% from the cost of a property + VAT
Residential property in Germany
300 000 €
Flat in Berlin, Germany
60 m²2
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Bright 2-Room Apartment with Balcony in Berlin-Schmargendorf
A cozy 2-room apartment of approx. 60 m² is being offered in the quiet and sought-after district of Berlin-Schmargendorf, Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf.
The apartment is located on the top floor of a building constructed in 1955. Thanks to its upper-floor position, the apartment...
DEM GROUP GmbH
300 000 €
Flat in Berlin, Germany
60 m²
Germany. Berlin. 60 sq m apartment, available.
Apartment in Germany in 14193 Berlin-Bezirk Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf, 60 sq m
Property ID: 18067
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€300,000
€5,000/m2
Property type: Apartment
Year built: 1955
Floor: 5
Total area: 60 sq m
Property status: Available
Charlottenbrunner...
Europe Gmbh
118 000 €
Flat in Leverkusen, Germany
35 m²1
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An Apartment You'll Fall in Love with at First Sight
Introducing a charming one-room apartment with a bay window, where every detail has been thoughtfully designed with taste and attention to comfort. This isn't just a home — it's a lifestyle.
Key advantages:
Spacious living room with kitchen — over 22 m² of...
DEM GROUP GmbH
77 000 €
Flat in Herne, Germany
64 m²42
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Duplex Apartment for Sale in Herne
The apartment features two standard-sized rooms and two smaller rooms on the upper level.
Two bathrooms.
Apartment size: 64.2 m²
The apartment is currently rented out for €720/month (the current tenants have been renting the apartment for two years).
Hausgeld (monthly maintenance/service...
DEM GROUP GmbH
720 000 €
Apartment in Frankfurt-am-Main, Germany
65 m²211
2-room apartment in a Frankfurt high-rise with a balcony and a built-in kitchen in a prestigious central area.
This is an apartment for those who appreciate urban comfort, high standards of energy efficiency and aesthetics of modern architecture.
Equipment and advantages:
Panoramic glazing: There is always plenty of natural light in...
Estate-Service24
23 000 €
Flat in Wuppertal, Germany
26 m²
Germany. Wuppertal. 26 sq m apartment, rented out.
Generate income.
Apartment in Germany in 42103 Wuppertal-Elberfeld, 26 sq m
Wuppertal Property ID: 18066
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€23,000
€884/m2
Property type: Apartment
Year of construction: 1961-1969
Floor: DG rechts (ETW C10)
Total area: 26 sq m
2 rooms...
Europe Gmbh
37 000 €
Flat in Monchengladbach, Germany
41 m²
Germany. Mönchengladbach. Apartment 41 m²
Apartment in 41236 Mönchengladbach, Rheydt, 41.69 m²
Property ID: 18065
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€37,000
€887/m²
Year of construction: 1957
Floor 4 (3rd floor)
Total area: 41.69 m²
2 rooms
Floor 4 (3rd floor German)
Apartment area:...
Europe Gmbh
449 000 €
Flat in Berlin, Germany
60 m²
Germany. Berlin. 2-bedroom apartment, available
Price: €449,000
This cozy 60 m² 2-bedroom apartment is located on the 5th floor of a 1960s apartment building. The building is in good condition, has an elevator, and is regularly maintained.
The apartment boasts a well-designed layout. The spacious living room with large windows is...
Germany. Dusseldorf. 2-room apartment, 35 m²
Düsseldorf (NRW, Düsseldorf)
Price:
€179,000
Number of rooms: 2
Living area: ≈ 35 m²
Condition: Completely renovated in 2022
Purchase price: €179,000
Buyer's commission: 4% (incl. VAT)
Terrace
Modern fitted kitchen
Bathroom with spacious...
Europe Gmbh
192 000 €
Flat in Marl, Germany
72 m²
Germany. Modern 3.5-room apartment with a balcony in Marl, North Rhine-Westphalia, Recklinghausen district.
Price:
€192,000
This bright and fully furnished 3.5-room apartment of 72 m² is for sale. The apartment is located on the 3rd floor and includes a spacious living room, bedroom, kitchen, bathroom, and balcony.
The kitchen...
Europe Gmbh
190 000 €
Flat in Neuss, Germany
55 m²
Germany. Attractive two-bedroom apartment in Neuss with a balcony and breathtaking views of the Düsseldorf TV Tower.
Price:
€190,000
This well-appointed and light-filled two-bedroom apartment (55 sq m) is located on the 5th floor of an attractive 16-story apartment building in central Neuss. Particularly noteworthy is the...
Europe Gmbh
399 120 €
Flat in Tonisvorst, Germany
75 m²
Germany. Tönisvorst. New apartments.
New building in 47918 Tönisvorst, 75.35 m2
Property ID: 17828
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€399,128
€5,297/m2
Property type: Apartment
Year built: 2026
Floor: Attic (DG)
Total area: 75.35 m2
Property status: Available
Number of rooms: 2 rooms, bathroom, balcony...
Europe Gmbh
325 000 €
Flat in Duesseldorf, Germany
50 m²
Germany. Düsseldorf. 50 sq m apartment, available.
Apartment in Heerdt, 40549 Düsseldorf, 50 sq m
Property ID: 17894
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Remote purchase
€325,000
€6,500/m2
Property type: Apartment
Year built: 1965
Floor 2 (1st floor)
Total area: 50 sq m
Property status: Available
2 rooms, balcony
The...
Europe Gmbh
231 000 €
Flat in Duesseldorf, Germany
65 m²
Germany. Düsseldorf. 65 m² apartment. Currently rented out.
Apartment in Düsseldorf (postal code 40215), 65 m²
Property ID: 17875
Online viewing / Remote purchase available
€231,000
€3,553/m²
Year of construction: 1960
Floor: 2nd level (German "1. OG" / first upper floor)
Total area:...
Europe Gmbh
1 125 000 €
Flat in Munich, Germany
100 m²
Germany. Munich. Apartment, 100 sq m
Apartment in 80639 Munich, 100.89 sq m
Property ID: 17746
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Remote purchase
€1,125,000
€11,150/m2
Property type: Apartment
Year built: 2012/2020
Floor 2 (1st floor), elevator available
Total area: 100.89 sq m
Property status: Available
Number of rooms
3 rooms,...
Europe Gmbh
156 000 €
Flat in Aachen, Germany
74 m²
Germany. Aachen. 74 sq m apartment, rented out.
Apartment in 52080 Aachen, 74 sq m
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€156,000
€2,108/m2
Property type: Apartment
Year built: 1972/2014
Floor: 4th floor (3rd floor)
Total area: 74 sq m
Property status: Rented
3 rooms
Apartment rented out for €450 per month....
Europe Gmbh
2 600 000 €
Flat in Berlin, Germany
185 m²
Germany. Berlin. Apartment, 185 sq m.
Apartment in 10963 Berlin, 185.57 sq m
Property ID: 17789
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€2,600,000
€14,010/m2
Property type: Apartment
Year built: 1933/2024
Floor: Attic (DG), elevator available
Total area: 185.57 sq m
Property status: Available
Number of rooms: 3 rooms, 2...
Europe Gmbh
345 000 €
Flat in Duesseldorf, Germany
50 m²
Germany. Düsseldorf. 50 sq m apartment in Oberkassel.
Apartment in Germany in Oberkassel, 40549 Düsseldorf, 50 sq m
Property ID: 17743
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€345,000
€6,900/m2
Property type: apartment
Year built: 1997
Floor 4 (3rd floor) with elevator
Total area: 50 sq m
Property status: rented...
Europe Gmbh
185 000 €
Flat in Neuss, Germany
63 m²
Germany. Neuss. Modern 3-room apartment with a balcony
Neuss (NRW, Neuss)
Price: €185,000
Area: 63 m²
Floor: 1st
Rooms: 3
Year built: 1973
Major renovation: 2025
Condition: Modernized
Price: €185,000
Buyer's commission: 4% (incl. VAT)
Amenities:
Balcony overlooking the courtyard
Modern built-in...
