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The article focuses on the countries where our RK Relax Properties operates. We specialize in the sale and purchase of real estate in the countries of Bulgaria, Croatia, Spain and Greece. Our clients are mainly residents from Slovakia and Czech Republic. For this reason, we also look at the development of real estate prices in the “home” countries and regularly bring you information on the market development in the mentioned locations where we operate.
Europe rediscovers the strength of the real estate market
The Europeanreal estatemarketisgrowing again in 2025. UndertheEurozoneEurozonehousing prices have increased by 5.7% year-on-year, compared to 5.4% in the Eurozone.
This growth means that property markets have stabilised and are regaining strength.
when investors are most interested in propertyby the sea – in countries such as Croatia, Bulgaria and Spain.
These locations offer attractive prices, a stable economy and an ever-growing tourist demand.
📊Price growth of real estatel properties underl countries in 2025 with forecast for 2026, source: Eurostat
| Country | Growth in 2025 | Forecast 2026 |
| Bulgaria | +15.1% | 8-12% |
| Croatia | +13.1% | 7-10% |
| Spain | +12.3% | 8-11% |
| Slovakia | +12.2% | 6-9 % |
| Cczech republic | +9.9% | 5-8% |
| Greece | +7-9% (estimate) | 6-9% |
💡 Mostch price growth is expected to be higher bych in Bulgaria and Croatia – countries that have long been attractive and, in the case of Bulgaria, the most affordable for European investors.
📈 Central and Eastern Europethatis driving the entire region forward
The UniCredit Investment Institute (Quarterly Update 2025) report confirms that Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) will growat twice the EU average between 2025 and 2026.
- Bulgaria: GDP +3.7%
- Croatia: GDP +3.1%
- Slovakia: GDP +0.8%
- CCzech Republic: GDP +2.2%
Economic growth, declining inflation and stabilizing interest rates are creating a favorable environment for real estate investment.
🏝️ Where to Investin 2025-2026
Bulgaria
Fastest growing market in the EU (+15.1%) Prices are still low, but demand for holiday apartments is growing rapidly. From 1 January 2026 Bulgaria will adopt the euro currency, the country is in the Schengen area.
The best areas – the Black Sea coast: Nesebar, Slne, the Black Sea coast, Sozopol, Sveti Vlas.
Croatia
Stable price growth and high interest from foreignbuyers, the country has the Euro currency, is in the Schengen area, investing in infrastructurewhich guarantees hassle-free travel by car and plane. For our people, the proximity of the language is a great advantage.
Dubrovnik, Zadar, Makarska, islands of Hvar and Krk.
Spain
Tradiifthe leader in the “second home” and “second holiday home” segment. Spain indue to its favourable weather and sunny days throughout the year is one of the top destinations not only for seniors from all over Europe. The combination of sea, sights, active life and golf attracts more and more people for life.
The most popular areas: Costa Blanca, Costa del Sol, Mallorca.
Greece
After years of stagnation, the Greek market is returning to form. Prices are rising along with tourism.
Crete, Rhodes, Cyprus.
💬 What does this mean for investors?
✅ Prices are rising, but markets are still affordable.
✅ Investing by the sea yields double returns – value growth + rent.
✅ Falling interest rates will support propertypurchases in 2026.
✅ Biggestchpotential: Bulgaria, Croatia and Spain.
🔮 2026 forecast
UnderaaUnicredit, price growth is expected to continue in 2026 byafold, albeit at a more moderate pace.
Southern and Eastern European countries will remain the main haveitititit.
The real estate market will bealsobe made of:
- a fall in interest rates,
- increasedthe amountofEurofunds
- and the return of foreigninvestors.
spending,
Predicted average price growth in 2026: 6-10%.
🏡 Conclusion: whywhyto investright now
European real estatelremained stable in 2025 and is againgaining value. Properties in Bulgaria, Croatia and Spain are showing quarterly increases, coupled with demand for properties by the sea. Bulgaria introduces the euro currency from 1 January. All countries are in the Schengen area, which guarantees hassle-free travel. Each country has its own specificities, offering a great use of your capital in real estate to meet both your needs and with the prospect for their growth. Last but not least is the diversification of your real estate portfolio, which is not subject to any one country’s economy. Nowadays, the doors are already open and the air connections that are constantly being added suggest a growing interest in not just being at home but exploring the world.
Our RK Relax Properties can help you:
- selecta suitable location and property,
- verifythe legal status of the property, the legal status of the property,
- makethepurchase worry-freeandprepare everything “turnkey” for you.
➡️ behind our work are many satisfied clients and positive reviews. Contact us and let us help you choose the right property in an attractive location : 👉 www.relaxproperties.sk
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