Real estate investment in Finland

Foreigners can freely buy and sell apartments in Finland. To purchase a land plot with a house, one needs permission from the Ministry of Defence of Finland.

The growth of residential real estate prices is low: every quarter, on average, by 0,6%. Five years ago, an apartment of 100 m² cost an average of €344,000, and today it is sold for €382,000.

€3,816

Average price per 1 m²

0,6%

Average price growth per quarter

4,05%

Associated costs, of the property value

How the residential property price index is growing in Finland

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Cost of a 3-bedroom apartment in Finland

€1.5 million

Penthouse in the centre of Helsinki

€800,000

Apartment in the centre of Helsinki

€500,000

Apartment in Helsinki or Espoo

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Finland residence permit or citizenship by real estate investment

Obtaining a Finland residence permit or citizenship is not connected with purchasing real estate.

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Discover real estate market trends in 41 European countries

Taxes and associated costs

Check if real estate in these countries suits your goals

The selections include only verified real estate projects from reliable developers. Purchasing these properties may bring you a residence permit or even citizenship.

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Status
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Malta11 objects

€690,000+

Citizenship

1 or 3 years

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€690,000+Citizenship1 or 3 years
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Grenada20 objects

$150,000

Citizenship

6+ months

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$150,000Citizenship6+ months
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United Arab Emirates76 objects

AED 750,000+

Residence permit

2+ months

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AED 750,000+Residence permit2+ months
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Spain47 objects

€500,000+

Residence permit

5+ months

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€500,000+Residence permit5+ months
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Portugal78 objects

€820+

Residence permit

4+ months

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€820+Residence permit4+ months
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Learn the prices for purchasing and renting a property in each country, the market dynamics and taxes on buying and selling real estate.

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Real estate investment in Liechtenstein

The sale of real estate to foreigners is restricted in Liechtenstein: to purchase, you need to obtain a residence permit, live in the...

€4,175

Average price per 1 m²

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Real estate investment in Ireland

In Ireland, foreigners can buy, sell and rent out properties without restrictions.

€3,816

Average price per 1 m²

1,7%

Average price growth per quarter

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Real estate investment in Greece

The sale of real estate is not limited in Greece: foreigners can buy and sell housing and commercial real estate and rent it out.

€1,848

Average price per 1 m² of housing in Greece

€250,000

Minimum investment amount to get a residence permit

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Real estate investment in Czech

Foreigners can freely buy, rent out, and sell real estate in the Czech Republic.

€3,988

Average price per 1 m²

3%

Average price growth per quarter

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Real estate investment in Bulgaria

Bulgaria prohibits selling land to non-EU citizens. A land plot with a house can be bought for a legal entity if it’s a Bulgarian company.

€1,381

Average price per 1 m²

€300,000

Real estate investment for residency

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Real estate investment in Austria

The sale of real estate to foreigners is limited in Austria: you must obtain permission from a municipality for the purchase. The...

€4,611

Average price per 1 m²

2%

Average price growth per quarter

A guide about investing in real estate was prepared by our expert

Igor Buglo

Igor Buglo

Head of the Maltese office, MBA

Updated:
April 13, 2024

Frequently asked questions

  • Can foreigners buy property in Finland?

    Foreigners can buy and sell apartments in Finland without restrictions, and to buy a land plot with a house, they need to get a permit from the Finnish Ministry of Defense.

  • Is Finland good for real estate?

    The real estate market in Finland has been recovering after the 2022 crisis caused by geopolitical issues. Right now, property prices have been growing by 0,6% every quarter.

    Property owners in Finland receive advantages when applying for a residence permit in the country, and they are also more likely to receive a multiple-entry Schengen visa.

  • What is the average house cost in Finland?

    The average cost of residential real estate in Finland is €3,816 per 1 m².

  • Does Finland have property tax?

    Yes. Property owners in Finland pay an annual property tax in the amount of 0,4%— 6% of the cadastral value. The rate is set by municipalities depending on the real estate type: apartment or house, main dwelling or cottage, building or land plot.

    For an apartment building, the tax is paid by a housing joint-stock company.