Apartment Hunting in Leipzig
Very tightSaxony, Germany
€9
per m² (cold)
~80
applications/listing
0.6M
population
The new Berlin? Leipzig was cheap and hip for years. Prices are rising fast, but there are still affordable corners.
Current Market Situation
Tight and getting more expensive quickly. Trendy neighborhoods hard, outskirts still okay.
Our Tips for Leipzig
- ✓East and North still significantly cheaper
- ✓LWB (Leipzig housing company) has lots of stock
- ✓Many unrenovated old buildings = cheap but cold
- ✓Sublets during search relatively easy
Watch Out For
- !Plagwitz and Südvorstadt prices have risen sharply
- !Connewitz: Politically active, not for everyone
- !Some areas in the east still rough
Real Experiences from Leipzig
"In 2018 I paid 5€/m² in Plagwitz. Now it's 12€ there. Leipzig is no longer a secret tip - but if you look east or north, you can still find something."
Frequently Asked Questions about Leipzig
Is Leipzig the new Berlin?▼
It was. The cheap days are over, but still well below Berlin prices. Those who come now still benefit - but prices are rising fast.
Are unrenovated old buildings worth it?▼
Depends. Very cheap, but heating costs can eat up the savings. Watch for windows, heating system, and insulation.
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