Investment Apartments | Spring 2026

Stoffellagasse 7 1020 Vienna

Introduction

The apartment market in Vienna was influenced by unusually strong momentum in 2025 which, at many locations, even surpassed the most optimistic expectations. The rental segment, in particular, presented a picture that had not been seen in this form for many years: Vacancies had nearly disappeared, and rents had risen substantially stronger than purchase prices. The result was the highest acquisition yields for investment apartments in the past decade. Investment apartments have again moved stron- ger into the focus of investors in reaction to this market phase. The combination of high demand, limited supply and attractive yields underscores the importance of this segment as a stable and long-term investment form.

to see a demand overhang, which means rents should remain on an upward trend. At the same time, financing costs are, in many cases, lower than realisable rental yields. This constellation combines attractive income with high security. In this report, we want to analyse the key developments of the past year in the context of the current market climate. Our goal is to identify market trends and provide a decision-making tool that provides a well-founded basis for planned investments. We would be happy to personally discuss the opportunities available in investment apartments with you to help you reach the optimal decisions for your investments.

Signs also point to a generally positive en- vironment in 2026. The market will continue

Karina Schunker, MA MRICS

Andrea Pöchhacker, MSc MRICS

Ingrid Neugebauer, Mag. (FH) MRICS

Josef Michelfeit, MA

Managing Director EHL Wohnen GmbH

Authorized signatory Head of Residential Investments EHL Wohnen GmbH

Authorized signatory Head of Residential EHL Wohnen GmbH

Authorized Signatory Head of Rental Residential EHL Wohnen GmbH

Quarzweg 1 1210 Vienna

Ottakringer Straße 26 1170 Vienna

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