German residential rents rise significantly in the spring quarter
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German Economic Institute (IW)
Germany
July 20, 2026
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Asking rents in Germany increased by 4.0% year-on-year in the spring quarter. Growth was particularly strong in cities outside the top seven metropolitan areas. The rental market faces high demand and limited supply, while the purchase market shows signs of cooling.
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