Austria plans to impose rent caps starting from 2026, plus longer minimum terms on fixed-period leases. We outline who is covered, what triggers the brake and when tenants should expect changes.
Thinking of taking over a friend or family rented member’s flat in Austria? Here's when Austria’s Tenancy Act allows a name change without the landlord’s consent and when approval is required.
Vienna has a lot of students – they make up some 10 percent of the population – so it should come as no surprise that it also has plenty of housing for them. Here's how to find somewhere to live as a student in Austria.
Salzburg has dramatically tightened its rules on Airbnb rentals, cracking down on illegal short-term lets. Here’s what you need to know about the changes and how they might affect you as a renter or property owner.
Severe storms have hit Austrian cities in recent weeks, and experts say extreme weather events will only become harsher and more frequent as the climate crisis worsens. What are your rights when it comes to insurance claims?
Property prices in Austria are rising again, but with limited supply and high upfront costs, renting may still make more sense—depending on where you live and how long you stay.
Most people in Austria don’t get their dream home without making a few compromises - whether that means spending more than planned, losing space, or moving further out of town, a new survey has revealed.
A left-wing alliance in Vienna is calling for tighter Airbnb enforcement, arguing that too many apartments are being used for tourists rather than residents.
Buying a house in Austria can feel like an impossible dream, especially if you’re looking in popular regions. But good news: affordable homes still exist. Here’s where to find them.
Austria has a closely regulated and therefore relatively affordable rental market, but in recent years rents have risen, sometimes sharply. This is partly due to permitted increases in line with inflation, but in some cases landlords bank on people not knowing their rights.
Austria’s housing market will see notable developments in 2025. From changes for renters to new opportunities for homeowners, find out what’s in store.
Austrian Chancellor Karl Nehammer has surprised many by no longer ruling out a property tax increase. Here's what the proposed changes could mean for foreign property owners in Austria.
