Buying a house in Hungary
The adventure of emigrating – that appeals to many people. But if you are serious, you have to ask yourself a few questions:
- What will this cost me?
- How do I find the right house?
- What do I have to consider?
And above all: Who can help me with my adventure? We are THE experts for houses in Hungary. As an English-speaking real estate agent with detailed market knowledge, our valued on-site service and our many years of experience in selling and buying houses in Hungary, we are happy to provide advice and assistance. From start to finish - whether it's a modern new-build detached house with a pool, a spacious villa, a renovated country house, a well-kept farmhouse with a large garden or a vacation home with a view of lake Balaton.
Our customers come mainly from Germany, Switzerland, Austria and Hungary, but also from other countries in Europe, Asia and the US.
You will find some quick answers to your questions about buying a house in Hungary at the bottom of this page.
Interested in buying a house in Hungary or more questions? Contact us.
Buying a house in Hungary - our portfolio
In our portfolio we indicate the prices of houses for sale in Hungary in euros; However, our selling customers book in different currencies. The price shown may be in a different currency due to a manually set conversion rate, resulting in slight exchange rate fluctuations and price deviations. Ask us if you are unsure about anything. You can find a basic analysis of the exchange rate development of the forint and euro in our FAQ.
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It is a continuously maintained family house in Nagykanizsa for sale, with a high-quality design.
| 33446 | House |
| Nagykanizsa | |
| 243 243 € | |
| 245 m2 | |
| 1175 m2 | |
| 4 | |
In the quite street of Gyenesdiás it is a luxurious family house with view to the lake Balaton for sale. Balaton property.
| 33496 | House |
| Gyenesdiás | |
| 773 955 € | |
| 196 m2 | |
| 1000 m2 | |
| 4 | |
Modern family house with lots of extras and complete furniture is for sale in Hévíz, at a calm, dead end street. Hévíz...
| 11366 | House |
| Hévíz | |
| 835 380 € | |
| 369 m2 | |
| 793 m2 | |
| 4 | |
The phrase "a drop of luxury" suggests that there is an opportunity to incorporate a touch of comfort and elegance into...
| 33743 | House |
| Zalaszabar | |
| 609 336 € | |
| 167,38 m2 | |
| 2992 m2 | |
| 3 | |
Well-Maintained Family Home for Sale in a Quiet, Peaceful Village!
| 33787 | House |
| Tilaj | |
| 220 000 € | |
| 96 m2 | |
| 4336 m2 | |
| 2 | |
This property in Hévíz is an excellent opportunity both as a vacation home and as an investment. Its location with a...
| 33788 | House |
| Hévíz | |
| 147 420 € | |
| 77 m2 | |
| 550 m2 | |
| 1 | |
The now building family house of a truly high quality is in the quiet and peaceful part of the settlement Cserszegtomaj for...
| 33530 | House |
| Cserszegtomaj | |
| 1 200 000 € | |
| 224,48 m2 | |
| 1800 m2 | |
| 3 | |
In the enchanting surroundings of Cserszegtomaj, near Keszthely and Hévíz, this exquisite home built in 2008 is situated....
| 33786 | House |
| Cserszegtomaj | |
| 435 000 € | |
| 250 m2 | |
| 1400 m2 | |
| 5 | |
NEW PRICE: House on Lake Balaton suitable for holiday rentals, multi-generational or multi-family living. The house is...
| 33688 | House |
| Balatonboglár | |
| 460 000 € | |
| 300 m2 | |
| 1000 m2 | |
| 5 | |
Quality and harmony characterize this family house, which was equipped and built with modern technology. In the house, in...
| 33668 | House |
| Alsópáhok | |
| 589 680 € | |
| 117 m2 | |
| 940 m2 | |
| 2 | |
Detached house is for sale only 300 metres away from the Lake Balaton. It has a nice garden and yard. Balaton property,...
| 11589 | House |
| Vonyarcvashegy | |
| 499 000 € | |
| 450 m2 | |
| 1150 m2 | |
| 12 | |
In the neighbourhood of nice family houses, on a plot of 1500 m2, it is a panoramic, modern family house of a high quality...
| 33580 | House |
| Cserszegtomaj | |
| 495 000 € | |
| 182 m2 | |
| 1500 m2 | |
| 3 | |
Our services for buyers and sellers
We are the experts for real estate on Lake Balaton with the most varied offer andhigh-quality, personal advice and support 7 days a week.
Consulting
Whether you are looking for a house, apartment, plot of land or commercial property, we provide you with comprehensive advice on location and property selection and actively suggest suitable properties in Hungary according to your criteria. We have years of local expertise and a broad network of private sellers and developers.
Support during purchase
We offer buyers an all-round service and personally present the properties on site, provide support during the purchase process with multilingual lawyers and are also available free of charge after the transaction for registering and re-registering utilities or arranging tradesmen from our network.
Sales support
We offer sellers help with property valuations, create a professional dossier with high-quality photos and appealing texts and market the property via our network and wide-ranging marketing channels in Europe and beyond. A key service in your absence is a matter of course.
Buying a vacation home in Hungary has never been easier
Buying a small (or large) house in Hungary, perhaps with a pool or on Lake Balaton: this is the way to live. As an English-speaking real estate agent for Hungary, we are at your side to ensure that both the journey there and the settling-in period afterwards are as pleasant as possible. We accompany you from the purchase to the move and even afterwards we can offer you many advantages with our local network. Next to houses in Hungary we also offer other real estate in Hungary.
Regardless of whether you only want a small vacation home or want to emigrate to Hungary permanently: We offer you our service in the usual Swiss quality - and every purchase is commission-free.
Purchase and integration: buying a house in Hungary with know-how
At ungarn-immobilien.ch, we offer more than just the right house in Hungary: we offer you an all-inclusive service that ensures that all parties of the project leave the project completely satisfied. So that you can concentrate on your private side of the project, we stand for
- fast service (response within 24 hours - promised)
- personal and individual handling
- the largest selection of real estate on Lake Balaton
- Reliability and outstanding quality
References of our clients
"If you ever get the idea of buying a property in Hungary, then only with ungarn-immobilien.ch. The owner in charge simply cannot be outweighed by gold. You will receive “all-inclusive” support right through to registration with the relevant authorities. There is no room here for all the details. I probably wouldn't have done it without him. Now I'm completely satisfied."
Gabriele Kleine
"From the first contact in November 2022 to the conclusion of the contract, including the handover of the house at the end of March 2023, it was a perfect and clean affair. We got to know a reliable, competent professional and a good friend. See you soon and here's to a pálinka or two!"
Gabor Bauer
"A huge compliment. We feel that we are in very good hands with you and even the smallest request is resolved immediately. Thanks to you we have found the perfect property for us... We can warmly recommend Ungarn Immobilien with Swiss greetings. Roli and Tanja."
Tanja Bischofberger
Buy a house in Hungary - and start your new life today
Have you been playing with the idea of buying a house in Hungary for a while? Then don't wait any longer. If you have any questions, we will be happy to answer them. Search for your favorites on the map or leave your search criteria to us and you'll soon be sitting on your terrace with a glass of wine and a view of Lake Balaton!
Buying a house in Hungary - simple, fast and reliable.
We are at your side when buying a house in Hungary
If you are coming from abroad and want to buy a house in Hungary, it is an advantage to have a party on your side that has a lot of international experience. We have been helping people with their dream projects for many years. It is our passion to make goals and dreams come true - and to do so with a great deal of expertise.
This is where you benefit from our many years of personal experience of living and working in countries all over the world - from Berlin to Tokyo. With residences in both Hungary and Switzerland and many years in Germany, we know what is important, which factors are essential to consider, how to avoid pitfalls and how to make the process of buying a house in Hungary as easy as possible. We are delighted that you are also interested in a project with us!
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Sincerely yours,
Dr. Peik Langerwisch
4 steps to the successful purchase of your property in Hungary
Contact us and let us know your wishes or arrange an appointment immediately by phone, e-mail or messenger
1) Call us or arrange a callback
The Swiss number is mainly for our Swiss customers (Attention roaming from abroad). The Hungarian number is for all other countries (no roaming charges from EU countries). We speak German and English on both numbers.
Send us an e-mail or a message via Messenger. We will get back to you within 24 hours - we promise.
2) Determining the details of your wishes and property selection
If you are still unsure, we will define your search parameters together and narrow down your search.
If you already have specific ideas or certain properties from our portfolio in mind, please let us know.
We will be happy to suggest current properties according to your wishes or add you as an interested party for new properties.
3) Appointment for property visit
Make an appointment with us to visit the selection of properties you have chosen. We are usually available at short notice and will present the properties to you personally.
4) Contract and purchase
Once the desired property has been found, we record your necessary data, determine payment modalities with you and help you with our multilingual lawyers, who prepare a draft contract in your national language for you to check and then finalize. We accompany you personally throughout the contract process until it is signed.
What options are available when buying a house in Hungary
Everyone is unique - and not everyone wants to live in the same house. Fortunately! While some prefer to live in a small witch's cottage in the forest, others love to move into a villa on Lake Balaton. If you are also wondering whether you can realize your dream of buying a house in Hungary - the clear answer is "yes".
Would you like to buy a house in Hungary in a secluded location? Or a holiday home with a pool? Hungary offers many possibilities. Many people would also like to buy a house on the Hungarian-Austrian border. With or without a pool, a hunting lodge or a castle: the possibilities are endless. Simply find out more and browse through our offers. Make a pre-selection, we will be happy to advise you on your house purchase in Hungary.
Buying a house in Hungary: the financial benefits
A question mark for most of our customers is of course the financial burden they will face when buying a house in Hungary. If you are also wondering about this, we have published a detailed article in our FAQ section. To give you an initial idea, here are the most important details. Count on:
- moderate real estate prices
- low ancillary costs
- stable economic situation
Of course, you never know what the future holds, but Hungary has developed into a country with a stable economy in recent years - this offers many financial advantages for both expats and holidaymakers. In addition, ancillary costs are up to 50 % lower compared to German-speaking countries (DACH)! And, there is no inheritance tax! That's something to be proud of.
Buy a house in Hungary if you want to live safely
The crime rate in the UK, Germany, Austria and Switzerland is developing to the worse, it is better in Hungary. There has been a significant decline in almost all areas, which has a particularly positive effect on the sense of security of the country's inhabitants.
Violent crime is rare and property crime and drug-related crime are under control. According to the Hungarian Central Statistical Office, the crime rate in 2020 was around 3,201 cases per 100,000 inhabitants - a decrease of 17% since 2010. In Germany, the rate in 2020 was 5,753 cases per 100,000 inhabitants - around 50% higher than in Hungary.
You are safer in Hungary than in your current home country!
Added to this is the country's cultural and historical diversity. Characterized by Roman ruins, medieval castles and Ottoman baths, Hungary has many tourist attractions and leisure activities. The capital Budapest is particularly fascinating with its Art Nouveau architecture and famous thermal baths. Traditional festivals, Hungarian cuisine and the outstanding wine culture make Hungary a fascinating destination full of discoveries for tourists and expats alike.
Buying a house in Hungary: FAQ
Do you have any questions? We have the answers. Read short answers to frequently asked questions below - but you can also find detailed answers in our additional FAQ section. We hope you enjoy browsing, searching and dreaming!
For certain types of real estate such as farmland, forests, vineyards, etc., there are restrictions for Hungarians as well as for Swiss and Germans in terms of size, building possibilities or residency. In addition, pre-emption rights must be observed. Let us advise you as real estate agents to find your ideal house in Hungary on the perfect piece of land.
The picture is somewhat milder for second-hand houses in Hungary. Here, the average price per square meter in 2023 was only EUR 530 (HUF 218,000), although there has been an increase of 227% in the last ten years.
Statistics should always be treated with caution. There are three points to bear in mind when analyzing the statistics:
1. the house definition of the statistical office includes single-family houses as well as terraced houses, so the price here is probably somewhat underestimated on average with regard to single-family houses in Hungary.
2. as the office does not differentiate between the age of used houses, the average price for used houses is not very meaningful, as many very old houses in Hungary are likely to distort the price downwards.
3. While the average prices also reflect the much cheaper rural regions and their older country houses in Hungary, you can expect much higher prices per square meter in hot spots such as Budapest or Lake Balaton.
You can find out more about prices on Lake Balaton on the page for houses on Lake Balaton.
Anyone thinking of buying a villa with small turrets and round arches will find what they are looking for here, as will anyone looking for an ultra-modern, chic villa with glass fronts on the golf course. Hungary has something for everyone who wants to buy a house, villa or palace here.
- good infrastructure with schools, stores and medical care nearby
- excellent connections to Budapest and other cities
- known for its wine production, with numerous wineries and vineyards
In addition, houses on Lake Balaton are occasionally equipped with direct access to the lakeshore or impressive views of the water and surrounding hills. If that's not a selling point!