Real estate investment in Denmark

Denmark limits real estate sales to foreigners: one must have a residence permit and live in the country for at least five years to buy a property. A legal entity can purchase real estate: one must open a company in Denmark for this.

Statistics confirm the liquidity of investments: residential real estate prices grow by an average of 1,5% every quarter. Seven years ago, an apartment of 100 m² cost an average of €312,000, and today it is sold for €530,000.

€5,300

Average price per 1 m²

1.5%

Average price growth per quarter

0.7—1.2%

Associated costs, of the property value

How the residential property price index is growing in Denmark

Cost of a 3-bedroom apartment in Denmark

€1.5 million

Apartment in the historic centre of Copenhagen

€800,000

Apartment in Copenhagen, 5 km from the centre

€500,000

Apartment in Odense

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Denmark residency or citizenship by real estate investment

Obtaining a Denmark residence permit or citizenship is not connected with purchasing real estate or investing. On the contrary, a foreigner must get a residence permit and live in Denmark for at least five years to buy a property.

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Countries to buy a property and get residency or citizenship

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Country

Property investments

Status

Obtaining time

Malta12 properties

€300,000+

Permanent residency

6+ months

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€300,000+Permanent residency6+ months

Grenada18 properties

$270,000+

Citizenship

8+ months

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$270,000+Citizenship8+ months

UAE103 properties

AED 750,000+

Residence permit

2+ months

Show 103 properties

AED 750,000+Residence permit2+ months

Spain35 properties

€500,000+

Residence permit

5+ months

Show 35 properties

€500,000+Residence permit5+ months

Portugal68 properties

Not limited

Residency after D Visas

6+ months

Show 68 properties

Not limitedResidency after D Visas6+ months

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Real estate investment in Italy

Foreigners can buy, sell, and rent out real estate without restrictions in Italy.

€4,000

Average price per 1 m²

Average price growth per quarter

Real estate investment in Hungary

Hungary doesn’t limit sales of properties and land to foreigners, except for agricultural land and architectural monuments.

€2,600

Average price per 1 m²

€500,000+

Real estate investment for residency

Real estate investment in France

Foreigners can freely buy, lease, and sell real estate in France.

€5,800

Average price per 1 m²

1.1%

Average price growth per quarter

Real estate investment in Croatia

To purchase a property in Croatia, one must get approval from the Minister of Justice. Foreigners can rent out real estate only through...

€3,400

Average price per 1 m²

Average price growth per quarter

Real estate investment in Belgium

Selling real estate to foreigners in Belgium is not limited: you can buy and sell housing and commercial real estate or rent it out.

€3,047

Average price per 1 m²

1,1%

Average price growth per quarter

Real estate investment in Albania

The sale of real estate to foreigners in Albania is not restricted: you can buy, lease and sell housing or commercial real estate.

€1,171

Average price per 1 m²

Material prepared by Igor Buglo, Head of the Maltese office, MBA

Updated:

07 October, 2024

Frequently asked questions

Can foreigners buy real estate in Denmark?
Yes, but with limitations. Foreigners can either register a legal entity in Denmark and buy real estate through it, or get a residence permit in Denmark and live in the country for at least five years.
What are the benefits of investment in real estate in Denmark?
Denmark has a strong, stable economy with low unemployment rates and robust growth. This economic stability makes real estate investments less risky compared to other markets.The Danish krone is relatively stable, reducing the risk of currency fluctuations for international investors.
Denmark has a high demand for rental properties, especially in major cities like Copenhagen and Aarhus. This demand ensures a steady stream of rental income for property investors.
The rental market is well-regulated, providing protections for both landlords and tenants, which can lead to more predictable and stable rental returns.
How much does a house cost in Denmark?
The average housing cost in Denmark is €4,008 per 1 m². The most expensive real estate in Denmark is in Copenhagen, the capital city, and its suburbs.
Does Denmark have property tax?
Yes. Property owners in Denmark pay an annual tax of 1 to 3% of the cadastral value.
Will House Prices Drop in Denmark?
While real estate prices in Denmark are growing slightly slower than the European Union average, there’s no reason to believe they will dramatically drop any time soon. The average real estate price increase in Denmark is 1,5% per quarter.