Almost two years after Berlin voted to take the properties of major landlords into state hands, a commission of experts has concluded it's legal to do so.
Rental costs are going up in Germany, but there are still a handful of cities where you can find a reasonable rent. Here are the top 10 cheapest - and how to find a flat in the first place.
If you're unlucky enough to be looking to rent in Germany, you may have to wade through a lot of dispiriting offers before finding something that suits you. From tents-for-rent to shameless scams, here are 10 classic types of adverts you'll see on any German flat-rental site.
Housing is getting more expensive around the Bundesrepublik, with the problem particularly pronounced in cities like Berlin and Munich. While there's no quick fix, experts told The Local's Germany in Focus podcast that not all hope is lost.
Many home owners - and even some renters - have considered bringing in some extra cash by listing their property on Airbnb. But the rules in Germany are complex and can vary depending on where you live. Here's what you need to know.
New proposals from politicians and housing experts are focussing on getting older renters to downsize in Germany - and help out younger families as a result.
High rents and housing shortages are nothing new in Germany's capital - but a recent report shows the trend is accelerating, with average asking rents going up by almost a euro per square metre last year.
A woman in Berlin was allegedly asked for proof that she wasn't expecting a baby when she applied for a flat. It was taken as a sign that the housing crisis has reached its peak - but is this even legal under German law? We take a look.
Germany's housing crisis is no secret, and with apartments increasingly scarce in the cities, one minister is calling on people to swap the concrete jungle for a life in the country.
Rents in Germany have been on the rise recently, but there are significant differences between the country's five most populous cities: Berlin, Hamburg, Munich, Cologne and Frankfurt am Main.
More and more furnished apartments are being advertised on real estate platforms in Germany, particularly in big cities. The prices for these are increasing a lot, too.
Rising construction costs and interest rates, as well as an influx of refugees coming to Germany are contributing to a housing deficit which is at its highest level in 20 years, according to a recent report by real estate experts. Â
Rents are on the rise in Germany, but not at the same rate everywhere. A recent study by Immoscout shows a difference in demand trends for existing apartments and new builds.
An experienced German mortgage broker has told The Local's Germany in Focus podcast that anyone buying now will have to contend with a trade-off between higher interest rates and slightly lower prices.
Germany may be falling short of its homebuilding target but still positively stands out in comparison to other European countries. Brian Melican explains why things are not so grim for both buyers and renters - unless you are a new tenant.
Property prices are expected to fall in Germany this year. But with the cost of living rising, is it a good time to buy? Or is renting the safest option? Here are a few points to consider.
