Can a foreigner buy an apartment in Frankfurt am Main?

Generally, buying an apartment in Frankfurt am Main is possible for foreigners and there are no restrictions. You can buy real estate in Germany even if you do not have a German residence permit, but buying process does not automatically entitle you to such a permit.

How much deposit do I need to buy a flat in Frankfurt am Main?

You will need to make a significant deposit before you buy property in Frankfurt am Main . A minimum deposit of 20% is standard, and in some cases, emigrants are requested to deposit in the amount of 30–40%, since they are considered as a higher risk.

Is buying apartment in Frankfurt am Main a good investment?

Yes, since Germany attracts a large number of foreign and domestic investors who are looking for high-quality and highly profitable real estate. Apartments generate income of 3–4% per annum, and in the north of the country — up to 5–6%. For some time, interest rates will remain low, which is good for those who want to buy and keep property in key locations.

Are there property taxes in Germany?

Yes. The tax base is the assessed value of the property. The basic property tax rate in Germany is 0.35%, multiplied by a municipal factor. The effective tax rate is usually between 1.5% and 2.3%.

How can I get German citizenship?

A person can become a German citizen in one of three ways: by birth, by adoption as a minor, or by naturalization. A person may be born a German citizen through descent from his parents, or through place of birth.

Can I get a German passport if I was born there?

If you do not have German parents, but are born within the borders of Germany, you qualify for citizenship by birth or by right of soil.

How can I get residency in Germany?

To apply to become a permanent resident in Germany, you must fulfill the following conditions: five uninterrupted years of residence in Germany with a residence permit, five years of secure livelihood, including health insurance and social insurance (pension) contributions.

How long do you have to live in Germany to become a citizen?

You must have lived in Germany on a residence permit for at least 8 years or you must have lived in Germany on a residence permit for 7 years and attended an integration course (or 6 years on special integration circumstances).

How can I get permanent residence in Germany?

Most foreign residents can apply for a permanent residence permit in Germany — a ”settlement permit“ — after five years. Some people may get it sooner. For example, if you are a non-EU national married to a German citizen, you could file your application for a settlement permit after three years.

How many countries can German passport enter without visa?

German citizens can travel to 188 world countries without a visa, or with a visa-on-arrival, as of today. The country has risen to the second place, up from the third place it held with France in the last Henley Index update.

How much does German citizenship cost?

You need to pay the naturalization fees. Application form — 255 euros for adults and 51 Euros for children under 16 years old. Test for naturalization/citizenship — 25 euros.

Apartments for Sale in Frankfurt, Germany

Breathtaking 4-Room Apartment — by Daniel Libeskind, commission-free for sale for 1,107,000 €

Breathtaking 4-Room Apartment — by Daniel Libeskind, commission-free for sale

1,107,000 €

£999,000

Total area 123 m²4 bedrooms1 bathroom

123 m², 4 bedrooms, apartment

Frankfurt am Main, Hessen, Germany

1,107,000 € 9,000 € per m²

Three-room penthouse over two levels with roof terrace for 1,490,000 €

Three-room penthouse over two levels with roof terrace

1,490,000 €

£1,344,000

Total area 169 m²3 bedrooms1 bathroom

169 m², 3 bedrooms, apartment

Frankfurt am Main, Hessen, Germany

1,490,000 € 8,816 € per m²

High rental yield

One-bedroom apartment for rent in the center of Athens with a yield of 7.4%, Gyzi, Athens, Greece

70,000 €

Total area: 40 m² Annual income: 5,200 € 1 bedroom

Spacious three-room apartment with a sunny loggia for 1,535,000 €

Spacious three-room apartment with a sunny loggia

1,535,000 €

£1,384,000

Total area 174 m²3 bedrooms1 bathroom

174 m², 3 bedrooms, apartment

Frankfurt am Main, Hessen, Germany

1,535,000 € 8,821 € per m²

Four bedroom penthouse with large roof terrace with distant views for 3,418,000 €

Four bedroom penthouse with large roof terrace with distant views

3,418,000 €

£3,083,000

Total area 350 m²4 bedrooms1 bathroom

350 m², 4 bedrooms, apartment

Frankfurt am Main, Hessen, Germany

3,418,000 € 9,765 € per m²

Four-room apartment with a rooftop terrace in a residential complex under construction, Frankfurt am Main, Germany for 878,000 €

Four-room apartment with a rooftop terrace in a residential complex under construction, Frankfurt am Main, Germany

878,000 €

£792,000

Total area 121 m²3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

121 m², 3 bedrooms, new home

Frankfurt am Main, Hessen, Germany

7 floor

878,000 € 7,256 € per m²

Spacious condominium with generous terrace and spectacular views for 3,875,000 €

Spacious condominium with generous terrace and spectacular views

3,875,000 €

£3,495,000

Total area 223 m²4 bedrooms1 bathroom

223 m², 4 bedrooms, apartment

Frankfurt am Main, Hessen, Germany

3,875,000 € 17,376 € per m²

Spacious two-room apartment with city views, Frankfurt am Main, Germany for 770,000 €

Spacious two-room apartment with city views, Frankfurt am Main, Germany

770,000 €

£694,000

Total area 109 m²1 bedroom1 bathroom

109 m², 1 bedroom, new home

Frankfurt am Main, Hessen, Germany

11 floor

770,000 € 7,064 € per m²

Fantastic penthouse with incredible roof terrace by Daniel Libeskind commission-free for sale for 1,106,000 €

Fantastic penthouse with incredible roof terrace by Daniel Libeskind commission-free for sale

1,106,000 €

£997,000

Total area 119 m²4 bedrooms1 bathroom

119 m², 4 bedrooms, apartment

Frankfurt am Main, Hessen, Germany

1,106,000 € 9,294 € per m²

Very spacious four-room apartment with sunny terrace and distant view for 2,985,000 €

Very spacious four-room apartment with sunny terrace and distant view

2,985,000 €

£2,692,000

Total area 347 m²4 bedrooms1 bathroom

347 m², 4 bedrooms, apartment

Frankfurt am Main, Hessen, Germany

2,985,000 € 8,602 € per m²

Sublime penthouse with rooftop terrace, designed by Daniel Libeskind for 1,236,000 €

Sublime penthouse with rooftop terrace, designed by Daniel Libeskind

1,236,000 €

£1,115,000

Total area 126 m²4 bedrooms1 bathroom

126 m², 4 bedrooms, apartment

Frankfurt am Main, Hessen, Germany

1,236,000 € 9,809 € per m²

Smart investment in Frankfurts Science City: 2-room apartment, designed by Daniel Libeskind for 568,000 €

Smart investment in Frankfurts Science City: 2-room apartment, designed by Daniel Libeskind

568,000 €

£513,000

Total area 68 m²2 bedrooms1 bathroom

68 m², 2 bedrooms, apartment

Frankfurt am Main, Hessen, Germany

568,000 € 8,352 € per m²

Investment in a true design highlight: 2-room apartment by Daniel Libeskind for 524,000 €

Investment in a true design highlight: 2-room apartment by Daniel Libeskind

524,000 €

£473,000

Total area 62 m²2 bedrooms1 bathroom

62 m², 2 bedrooms, apartment

Frankfurt am Main, Hessen, Germany

524,000 € 8,451 € per m²

Where Frankfurt is growing: 2-room apartment by starchitect Daniel Libeskind for 484,000 €

Where Frankfurt is growing: 2-room apartment by starchitect Daniel Libeskind

484,000 €

£436,000

Total area 56 m²2 bedrooms1 bathroom

56 m², 2 bedrooms, apartment

Frankfurt am Main, Hessen, Germany

484,000 € 8,642 € per m²

So many great reasons to invest: 2-room apartment by starchitect Daniel Libeskind for 536,000 €

So many great reasons to invest: 2-room apartment by starchitect Daniel Libeskind

536,000 €

£483,000

Total area 63 m²2 bedrooms1 bathroom

63 m², 2 bedrooms, apartment

Frankfurt am Main, Hessen, Germany

536,000 € 8,507 € per m²

4-room condominium with two terraces by Daniel Libeskind for 1,069,000 €

4-room condominium with two terraces by Daniel Libeskind

1,069,000 €

£964,000

Total area 125 m²4 bedrooms1 bathroom

125 m², 4 bedrooms, apartment

Frankfurt am Main, Hessen, Germany

1,069,000 € 8,552 € per m²

Apartment with a terrace, in a residence with a green facade, a gym and a parking, Frankfurt am Main, Germany for 3,228,000 €

Apartment with a terrace, in a residence with a green facade, a gym and a parking, Frankfurt am Main, Germany

3,228,000 €

£2,911,000

Total area 194 m²3 bedrooms1 bathroom

194 m², 3 bedrooms, new home

Frankfurt am Main, Hessen, Germany

27 floor

3,228,000 € 16,639 € per m²

Your private garden Eden high above Frankfurt: Penthouse with large rooftop terrace for 3,196,000 €

Your private garden Eden high above Frankfurt: Penthouse with large rooftop terrace

3,196,000 €

£2,883,000

Total area 197 m²4 bedrooms1 bathroom

197 m², 4 bedrooms, apartment

Frankfurt am Main, Hessen, Germany

3,196,000 € 16,223 € per m²

Urban dream with vertical garden for 1,242,000 €

Urban dream with vertical garden

1,242,000 €

£1,120,000

Total area 94 m²3 bedrooms1 bathroom

94 m², 3 bedrooms, apartment

Frankfurt am Main, Hessen, Germany

1,242,000 € 13,212 € per m²

The next level of living: 2-room apartment with stunning views for 930,000 €

The next level of living: 2-room apartment with stunning views

930,000 €

£838,000

Total area 63 m²2 bedrooms1 bathroom

63 m², 2 bedrooms, apartment

Frankfurt am Main, Hessen, Germany

930,000 € 14,761 € per m²

Invest in one of Germanys most attractive metropolises: 2-room apartment in EDEN for 695,000 €

Invest in one of Germanys most attractive metropolises: 2-room apartment in EDEN

695,000 €

£627,000

Total area 63 m²2 bedrooms1 bathroom

63 m², 2 bedrooms, apartment

Frankfurt am Main, Hessen, Germany

695,000 € 11,031 € per m²

Frankfurt is reaching for the skies and so can you: 2-room apartment with balcony in EDEN for 583,000 €

Frankfurt is reaching for the skies and so can you: 2-room apartment with balcony in EDEN

583,000 €

£526,000

Total area 60 m²2 bedrooms1 bathroom

60 m², 2 bedrooms, apartment

Frankfurt am Main, Hessen, Germany

583,000 € 9,716 € per m²

172 meters high — and quite close to the 7th sky: Penthouse in the Grand Tower for 1,711,000 €

172 meters high — and quite close to the 7th sky: Penthouse in the Grand Tower

1,711,000 €

£1,543,000

Total area 92 m²2 bedrooms1 bathroom

92 m², 2 bedrooms, apartment

Frankfurt am Main, Hessen, Germany

1,711,000 € 18,597 € per m²

2-room apartment with stunning view over the rooftops of the Europaviertel for 906,000 €

2-room apartment with stunning view over the rooftops of the Europaviertel

906,000 €

£817,000

Total area 61 m²2 bedrooms1 bathroom

61 m², 2 bedrooms, apartment

Frankfurt am Main, Hessen, Germany

906,000 € 14,852 € per m²

Living the high life in Frankfurt: 3-room apartment in Germanys tallest residential tower for 1,654,000 €

Living the high life in Frankfurt: 3-room apartment in Germanys tallest residential tower

1,654,000 €

£1,491,000

Total area 90 m²2 bedrooms1 bathroom

90 m², 2 bedrooms, apartment

Frankfurt am Main, Hessen, Germany

1,654,000 € 18,377 € per m²

Urban living in Germanys tallest residential building: Stylish and elegant 3-room apartment for 1,714,000 €

Urban living in Germanys tallest residential building: Stylish and elegant 3-room apartment

1,714,000 €

£1,546,000

Total area 93 m²2 bedrooms1 bathroom

93 m², 2 bedrooms, apartment

Frankfurt am Main, Hessen, Germany

1,714,000 € 18,430 € per m²

Apartments for sale in Frankfurt am Main

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