Apartment Hunting in Frankfurt
Extremely tightHesse, Germany
€16
per m² (cold)
~150
applications/listing
0.8M
population
Banking capital and international hub. The skyline attracts global talent, and expat-friendly infrastructure makes it easier for internationals. But competition from well-paid bankers is fierce.
Current Market Situation
Extremely tight. The banking sector drives prices up. Sachsenhausen and Nordend are premium locations.
Our Tips for Frankfurt
- ✓ABG Frankfurt Holding is the municipal landlord
- ✓Sachsenhausen South is cheaper than North
- ✓Many expats = English applications can help
Watch Out For
- !Bahnhofsviertel has changed but is still special
- !Westend and Nordend are premium locations
- !Furnished apartments for bankers are often overpriced
Real Experiences from Frankfurt
"As an expat without SCHUFA it was brutal. Then my employer gave me a guarantee letter - that changed everything. Ask your HR department!"
"My secret tip: ABG Frankfurt Holding. Municipal apartments at fair prices. The waiting list is long, but it's worth it."
Frequently Asked Questions about Frankfurt
Is Frankfurt really as expensive as Munich?▼
Almost. Frankfurt is around 16€/m², Munich around 19€/m². But due to the banks, there are many well-earning competitors for every apartment.
How is Frankfurt for expats?▼
Good. Large international community, many English-speaking services. Landlords are used to expats. English applications are often accepted.
Is Offenbach worth considering as an alternative?▼
Definitely. 5 minutes by S-Bahn, 20-30% cheaper. The image is worse than reality - especially central Offenbach has developed strongly.
What You Need for Frankfurt
Other Cities
Schneller zur Wohnung?
Tritt unserer Telegram-Community bei. Tipps, Erfahrungen und gegenseitige Hilfe von Leuten die gerade suchen oder es geschafft haben.
Telegram beitreten →