Buy an Apartment in Rijeka, Croatia

Rijeka has a lively Korzo promenade, a harbour, a university and the Trsat castle hill with views over the bay. Neighbourhoods such as Pećine and Kantrida have sea views and swimming spots, Sušak has an older commercial feel, and Trsat is leafier. The city was a European Capital of Culture in 2020, which brought renovation of historic sites. Istria's coast and the islands of Krk and Cres are an easy drive away, and Zagreb is about two and a half hours by road. Rijeka airport is on the island of Krk. The city relies on port and services, so it has a local rental market of students and workers.

Buyers include Croatians, Slovenes and Italians, plus investors who want a lower entry point on the Adriatic.

Croatia uses the euro and is in Schengen. EU citizens buy on equal terms; non-EU buyers may need reciprocity or approval, so confirm eligibility with a Croatian lawyer. Check the land registry, building permit and any encumbrances. Resale property transfer tax is about 3% (approx.; verify locally).

See our Croatia overview, financing page and consultation guide. You can also browse Croatian apartments and villas, or compare with Dežanovac inland.