Old vs. new apartments in Czechia (2026): Where is housing still affordable?
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Older apartments are no longer clearly cheaper, while new builds remain expensive and limited. In 2026, affordability is tightening across both segments.
Czech mortgage rates hit 5 percent as Iran conflict drives up costs
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The biggest single-month jump in nearly four years, the spike reflects growing market anxiety over the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
New investigation exposes Facebook scam targeting expat apartment hunters
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Does it pay to think like an investigative journalist when looking for housing in Prague? Reporter Apolena Rychlíková says it does.
Czech commuter villages where expats are living, saving, and thriving
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With housing prices soaring, we spoke to a handful of "village people" who have left the Czech capital behind for the 'burbs.
How internationals are changing rental housing in Czechia
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With over 1M foreigners in Czechia, international tenants are reshaping the rental market by prioritizing flexibility, quality, and corporate-led leases.
Prague among least affordable cities in Europe’s ‘Carrie Bradshaw index’
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An index named for the solo-living protagonist of Sex and the City, ranks Prague as one of the most difficult cities for single renters on the Continent.
Rents in Czechia set to rise faster than wages in 2026
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Rents could rise by up to 9 percent in 2026, outpacing wage growth and adding tens of thousands of new tenants to Czechia’s market.
Prague’s 10 most expensive neighborhoods for buyers in 2026
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As brownfields turn into luxury hubs, affordable districts now rival elite neighborhoods where property prices are reaching record peaks.
From tenant rights to mortgage changes, Czechia’s housing outlook for 2026
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Changes to utility prices, tenant repair rules, and housing support will affect how people rent, buy, and own property in Czechia this year.
Czech mortgage rates to rise in 2026 – here's what to do now
Experts say that taking action in the coming weeks and months will prevent homeowners and potential buyers from paying more next year.
Another Prague area unveils transformation plans, creating thousands of new homes
A former industrial area based near the Prague-Libeň train station will contain its own community, featuring offices and amenities.
Czech law change: Tenants to pay more for repairs from January
A change that factors in total inflation since 2015 transforms how much renters need to pay for maintenance, replacement, and repair.
Can the new government build enough to contain Prague's soaring prices?
The capital’s market is at a breaking point: record sales, CZK 12 million average prices, and a dysfunctional approval process cripple supply.
Prague launches auction for affordable rentals in historic center
If you're an EU citizen, an online portal can help you find a new room or apartment: owned by the city, prices are said to be fair.
6 projects shaping the future of housing and neighborhoods in Prague
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Six major “mini city” projects could reshape Prague’s housing, adding 350,000 apartments and modernizing districts over decades.
Why landlords in Czechia can get away with almost anything—and how to fight back
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A new English guide tackles a rental system where tenant protections are weak and foreigners are easy targets.
Prague’s newest bridge could be busier than Charles, and is built for locals
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The long-awaited, record-expensive bridge will connect Prague 4 with 5, slashing journey times and giving the capital a new cultural landmark.
