Real Estate Madness: Two-Bedroom Apartment in New Zagreb — Golden Goose or Buyer’s Trap?
Think buying an apartment is easy? Think again! The hottest listings on Index right now are two-bedroom apartments in New Zagreb, especially in the Dugave neighborhood. A 63.5 square meter apartment on the eighth floor of a building from the 1980s with two elevators, a living room, kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, laundry room, heating from the city heating system, and free public parking in front of the building sounds like a dream. But is it really?
Price? Not specified in the main ad, but judging by similar properties, prices range from €52,000 to €97,000, and even higher for newly renovated apartments or houses with large yards.
Location and amenities: Ideal for family life, with kindergartens, schools, sports facilities, shops, and a health center nearby. But is that enough to justify the price and condition of the property?
What else can you find? Weekend houses in Vugrovec, two-bedroom apartments in Trešnjevka, houses in Gorski Kotar, newly renovated apartments in Maksimir, houses with tourist apartments on Krk island, three-bedroom apartments in Sveta Klara, and even older houses in idyllic places like Zaumol or near the Kupa river. All with varying prices and different advantages, but also challenges.
Is the real estate market in Zagreb and surroundings really that great? On one hand, the offer is diverse and there is something for everyone. On the other, prices are high and the condition of properties often requires additional investments and renovations. Do buyers get what they pay for or are they just victims of market games?
Conclusion: If you plan to buy property in Zagreb, get ready for a real adventure. Don’t forget to check every detail, compare prices and locations, and don’t be fooled by pretty pictures and promises. The market is hot, but also dangerous — like buying a rollercoaster ticket without a safety belt.
And you? Have you already fallen into the trap of buying an apartment or house? Or maybe you found a real gem? Share your experience, because this topic is a real conversation starter over coffee!
