€658,992
Smoljan
84 bd 43 ba 644 m²
Buy Commercial Property in Bulgaria: Shops, Offices and Hotels
2,366 commercial property currently listed for sale in Bulgaria.
Commercial Property for sale in Bulgaria
24 properties shown
€2,493,471
Nessebar
12 ba 1,400 m²
€449,995
Sofia
728 m²
€162,998
Sofia
75 m²
€827,832
Byala
2,386 m²
€279,997
Sofia
184 m²
€1,310,985
Varna
873 m²
€289,996
Varna
198 m²
€1,599,981
Karnobat
9,729 m²
€419,996
Sofia
295 m²
€4,499,948
Stara Zagora
4,657 m²
€3,949,954
Sliven
120,000 m²
€118,398
Plovdiv
74 m²
€899,990
Dimitrovgrad
1,500 m²
€99,989
Sofia
120 m²
€55,853
Dimitrovgrad
402 m²
€168,998
Sofia
106 m²
€478,747
Sofia
100 m²
€802,897
Varna
350 m²
€349,086
Pcelnik
661 m²
€1,239,986
Varna
691 m²
€2,692,949
Balgarevo
12,884 m²
€3,949,954
Stara Zagora
120,000 m²
€263,997
Sofia
114 m²
Commercial Property in Bulgaria
Commercial property is the single largest category in Bulgaria on RealEstateAbroad, with 2,366 of 6,834 listings, about 35%. That is unusual for a residential portal and points to a market of shops, warehouses, hotels and mixed-use buildings changing hands, as well as apartments sold with commercial classification.
What the stock looks like
Bulgaria's whole-market median asking price on RealEstateAbroad is €223,997, with the middle half between €119,687 and €444,955. The median price per square metre is €1,596. Commercial units are priced on location and income: a ground-floor shop in central Sofia can cost a multiple of what a similar unit in Shumen does. Use these numbers only as a backdrop, and ask for comparable sales on the same street.
Where to look
Sofia is the capital and holds offices, retail and tech-sector premises. Plovdiv has a lively old town and growing business sector. On the Black Sea, Varna and Burgas offer hospitality and port-related property. Smaller cities such as Veliko Tarnovo, Stara Zagora and Pleven give lower entry prices. Residential alternatives are listed under apartments and houses.
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Rules for foreign buyers
Foreign individuals and companies can generally own buildings and commercial premises in Bulgaria. The restriction concerns land: non-EU citizens cannot own land directly, though they can hold it through a Bulgarian-registered company. EU citizens have broader rights. Because a building's land share is sometimes included in the title, take legal advice on exactly what you are buying. Our Bulgaria buying guide explains the process.
Due diligence
- Title chain and the property register. The Registry Agency confirms ownership and liens.
- Permitted use. Check whether the premises are registered as commercial.
- Occupancy permit (Act 16) for completed buildings.
- Tenants and lease terms.
- Debts and utilities.
- Taxes. Local transfer tax is typically in the range of 2% to 3% and notary fees apply; verify locally.
- Company purchases. Buying a company that owns property carries hidden liabilities.
Typical buyers
Local entrepreneurs, regional chains, investors seeking let units, and hospitality operators. Financing is limited for non-residents; see Bulgaria financing.
Last updated 8 October 2026
Frequently asked questions
Why are there so many commercial listings in Bulgaria?
The category includes shops, offices, warehouses, hotels and mixed-use buildings, and many are sold individually in a market with a large stock of ground-floor units.
Can non-EU citizens buy commercial property?
Buildings yes, land through a Bulgarian company. A lawyer should confirm how the specific property is structured.
What taxes apply on purchase?
Typically local transfer tax and notary and registration fees; confirm exact rates with a Bulgarian lawyer.
Is VAT charged?
On new or commercial supplies by VAT-registered sellers, sometimes. Ask for written confirmation.
Is a company purchase better?
It can bring tax and liability issues. Compare with a direct asset purchase.
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Property types in Bulgaria
- Apartments for sale(1,558)
- Houses for sale(1,498)
- Land for sale(1,396)
Popular cities in Bulgaria
- Sofia(1,988)
- Plovdiv(855)
- Varna(619)
- Burgas(216)
- Shumen(155)
- Veliko Tarnovo(109)
- Stara Zagora(102)
- Pleven(91)