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Buy Property in Hungary: Budapest and Beyond for Foreign Buyers

541 homes, apartments and plots from local agents and developers, across 1 cities and towns.

Listings
541
Cities
1
Houses
205
Under 100k
114

Properties for sale in Hungary

Listings link to the original agent or portal, where you can contact the seller directly.

36 properties shown

Kassák Passage/TerraceApartment

HUF 143,400,000

Budapest

150 m²
Le JardinApartment

HUF 124,900,000

Budapest

72 m²
Római Part (Roman Coast)Apartment

HUF 372,400,000

Budapest

1 ba 106 m²
BudaPartApartment

€97,000

Budapest

1 bd 1 ba 45 m²
Metrodom RiverApartment

€168,732

Budapest

1 bd 1 ba 55 m²
Ursus City (Metrodom)Apartment

HUF 39,990,000

Budapest

31 m²
Metrodom GreenApartment

HUF 94,990,000

Budapest

1 bd 1 ba 55 m²
Park WestApartment

€250,000

Budapest

1 ba 34 m²
Sasad ResortApartment

HUF 77,400,000

Budapest

1 bd 1 ba 50 m²
Thermal Zugló 5Apartment

$52,900,000

Budapest

1 bd 59 m²
WoodlandApartment

HUF 169,400,000

Budapest

1 bd 39 m²
Corvin Promenade (Next)Apartment

HUF 39,900,000

Budapest

1 bd 1 ba 12 m²
Exceptional villa on the north shore of Lake Balaton - Tuscan atmosphere, contemporary luxuryHouse

€1,900,000

8242 BALATONUDVARI (HUN)

7 bd 7 ba 500 m²
Lake Balaton. Panorama, elegance, and modern comfort. Stylish house in Tihany.House

€961,000

8237 TIHANY (HUN)

4 bd 2 ba 200 m²
Apartment for sale on the shore of Lake Balaton, in the heart of BalatonfüredApartment

€275,000

8230 BALATONFÜRED (HUN)

1 bd 1 ba 52 m²
Fabulous house designed for happiness in SzentendreHouse

€688,000

2000 SZENTENDRE (HUN)

2 bd 2 ba 140 m²
An Italian-style villa with spacious spacesHouse

€2,100,000

1029 BUDAPEST (HUN) – II. KERÜLET

5 bd 3 ba 480 m²
NEWLY BUILT APARTMENT IN THE PETNEHÁZYRÉT AREA OF DISTRICT II.Apartment

HUF 188,700,000

1021 BUDAPEST (HUN) – II. KERÜLET

3 bd 2 ba 94 m²
A villa with every luxury, with a stunning ROOFTOPHouse

HUF 380,000,000

1029 BUDAPEST (HUN)

4 bd 3 ba 470 m²
Newly built semi-detached house for sale on Hidegkúti Road.House

€819,000

1028 BUDAPEST (HUN)

3 bd 2 ba 150 m²
Classic house in a beautiful setting close to the French School.House

€740,000

1028 BUDAPEST (HUN) – II. KERÜLET

3 bd 2 ba 218 m²
Newly built semi-detached house for sale on the quiet Rodostó StreetHouse

€858,000

1028 BUDAPEST (HUN)

3 bd 2 ba 150 m²
Villa with 180 degree panoramic view in the II. districtHouse

€3,380,000

1029 BUDAPEST (HUN)

5 bd 5 ba 616 m²
Newly built apartment for sale in the cozy green belt Völgy streetApartment

€1,176,842

1021 BUDAPEST (HUN) – II. KERÜLET

4 bd 3 ba 147 m²
#B3 Luxury turnkey apartments with furniture close to the forest - Budapest 2nd district.Apartment

€1,175,000

1021 BUDAPEST (HUN) – II. KERÜLET

3 bd 3 ba 137 m²
4-room green belt apartment for sale in the cozy Völgy streetApartment

€780,000

1021 BUDAPEST (HUN)

3 bd 2 ba 97 m²
#B2 Luxury apartments in green surroundings in the prestigious district of Budapest.Apartment

€1,125,000

1021 BUDAPEST (HUN) – II. KERÜLET

2 bd 2 ba 122 m²
AWARD-WINNING VILLA WITH THE MOST MODERN TECHNICAL SOLUTIONSHouse

€4,500,000

1037 BUDAPEST (HUN) – III. KERÜLET

4 bd 2 ba 384 m²
Modern home in the heart of District II – ready to move inHouse

€307,000

1021 BUDAPEST (HUN) – II. KERÜLET

1 bd 1 ba 45 m²
#B002 Luxury home with garden connection in BudapestHouse

€1,612,800

1121 BUDAPEST (HUN) – XII. KERÜLET

4 bd 2 ba 147 m²
Perfect luxury home in BudapestHouse

€4,400,000

1031 BUDAPEST (HUN) – III. KERÜLET

4 bd 5 ba 440 m²
#C201 Luxury penthouse apartment in Budapest.Apartment

€1,520,000

1121 BUDAPEST (HUN) – XII. KERÜLET

2 bd 2 ba 99 m²
#C001 Luxury apartment with garden connection in Budapest.Apartment

€1,630,000

1121 BUDAPEST (HUN) – XII. KERÜLET

3 bd 2 ba 140 m²
#A001 Your place in nature closer than You imagined. Luxury apartment in Budapest.Apartment

€1,370,000

1121 BUDAPEST (HUN) – XII. KERÜLET

4 bd 3 ba 122 m²
#C102 Luxury apartment with huge terrace in BudapestApartment

€1,196,525

1121 BUDAPEST (HUN) – XII. KERÜLET

2 bd 2 ba 93 m²
#C101 Luxury apartment in BudapestApartment

€1,377,000

1121 BUDAPEST (HUN) – XII. KERÜLET

3 bd 2 ba 113 m²

Where to buy in Hungary

Cities and towns with the most properties for sale right now.

Buyer's guide: Hungary

Property for sale in Hungary on RealEstateAbroad currently covers 388 listings, with a median asking price of €249,900. The market is centred on Budapest, and foreign buyers from outside the EU need a permit to buy. This guide sets out what the listing data shows and how the buying process works.

Hungary property market snapshot

The figures below are from current listings on RealEstateAbroad and are asking prices. Our Hungarian listings are a smaller sample than for larger markets, so read them as indicative, not as an official index. Half of priced listings sit between €81,823 and €782,952, a wide range that reflects the mix of Budapest apartments and rural houses.

IndicatorCurrent listings
Median asking price€249,900
Typical range (25th to 75th percentile)€81,823 to €782,952
Median price per m²€3,217
Median size116 m²
Listings analysed388
Property-type mixhouses 39%, apartments 31%, commercials 16%, lands 13%

Where to buy in Hungary

Budapest is the only city in our data with enough listings to analyse (148 listings). Its median asking price is €861,882 and the median price per m² is €6,837, well above the national level. Budapest has the main concentration of jobs, universities, tourism and rental demand, and the city is divided into 23 districts with distinct price levels. Central districts such as the Castle District (I), Lipótváros (V) and Erzsébetváros (VII) are the most expensive, while outer districts offer better value.

Outside the capital, popular areas include the shores of Lake Balaton, Győr, Debrecen, Pécs and spa towns such as Hévíz. Prices there are typically lower, but the market is less liquid and the supply of English-speaking agents is thinner.

AreaListingsMedian priceTypical rangeMedian per m²
Budapest148€861,882€433,097 to €1,480,438€6,837
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Property types

Houses (145 listings) and apartments (113) make up most of our Hungarian inventory, followed by commercial property (60) and land (49).

For lower-priced homes, see cheap property in Hungary or listings under €100,000.

Can foreigners buy property in Hungary?

EU and EEA citizens can buy residential property on the same basis as Hungarians (with some limits on agricultural land and second homes in certain areas). Non-EU citizens need permission from the county government office (kormányhivatal) before they buy, and the Ministry of Defence is consulted. The permit is usually granted for ordinary homes where there is no security or conservation issue, and takes around two months. Buying through a Hungarian company is another route, but it has tax and compliance consequences. Agricultural land is restricted to Hungarian farmers.

  1. Hire a Hungarian lawyer who is registered to countersign contracts. In Hungary, a lawyer or notary must countersign the sale contract.
  2. Check the land registry (tulajdoni lap) for owners, mortgages, rights and easements.
  3. Sign a preliminary agreement with a deposit, often around 10%.
  4. Apply for the permit if you are a non-EU buyer.
  5. Sign the countersigned sale contract and pay the duty.
  6. Register your ownership with the land registry office.

Costs and taxes

Approximate figures; verify locally.

CostTypical amount
Property transfer duty on resaleApprox. 4% of market value (up to a high threshold), paid by the buyer
VAT on new-build27%, with a reduced 5% rate on qualifying new homes
Legal feesApprox. 1% to 2% plus VAT
Land registry feesA fixed fee
Estate agentApprox. 2% to 3% plus VAT
Annual property taxSet by the local municipality, per m² or by value
Rental income taxFlat personal income tax, with possible social contributions

Financing

Hungarian banks lend mostly to residents with local income, and non-residents find it difficult to borrow. Where credit is available, it is usually up to 50% to 70% of the price, in forint or euro. Many foreign buyers use cash or finance from their home country. Compare costs in the mortgage calculator and see the Hungary financing guide.

Residency

Buying property in Hungary does not grant residency, and the former Guest Investor programme has been closed. EU citizens can register for residence. Non-EU citizens need a visa and residence permit based on work, study, family or other grounds, so check our Hungary buying guide and speak to an immigration lawyer.

Pros and cons

Advantages

  • A big, well-connected capital with strong tourism and a young workforce.
  • Lower prices than in Vienna, Prague or Warsaw's top districts.
  • Modest annual property taxes and simple land registry system.

Drawbacks

  • Permit needed for non-EU buyers.
  • Limited mortgage access for non-residents.
  • Forint exposure, and a thin market outside Budapest.
  • Short-term rental regulation in Budapest districts.

Hungary is a Budapest story for most foreign buyers: the permit rules, the district you choose and the forint matter more than the headline price.

— RealEstateAbroad market note

Next steps

See the Hungary market analysis for context, or contact our team if you want help finding a property.

Last updated 8 October 2026

Buying property in Hungary: FAQ

Can foreigners buy property in Hungary?

EU and EEA citizens can. Non-EU citizens need a permit from the county government office before buying, which usually takes about two months.

How much does property cost in Hungary?

The median asking price on current RealEstateAbroad listings is €249,900, with half of priced listings between €81,823 and €782,952. Budapest is higher at a median of €861,882.

What is the transfer duty in Hungary?

Buyers typically pay a duty of about 4% of market value on resale property. New-builds carry VAT instead, at 27% or 5% in qualifying cases.

Can non-residents get a mortgage in Hungary?

It is difficult. Banks prefer residents with local income. Foreign buyers often use cash or foreign finance.

Do I need a lawyer to buy in Hungary?

Yes. Contracts must be countersigned by a Hungarian lawyer or notary, and an independent lawyer will check title and register your ownership.

Does buying property in Hungary give residency?

No. Ownership does not grant a residence permit, and the Guest Investor programme has closed. Non-EU buyers need a separate visa route.

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