Investing in BTR Market in Poland: Opportunities & Growth

The Build-to-Rent (BTR) in Poland has experienced remarkable growth in recent years, reflecting a dynamic shift in the country’s housing landscape. Traditionally, Poland has had a strong culture of home ownership. However, changing demographics, economic trends, a growing population of young professionals, and an influx of 1.2 million Ukrainian refugees have contributed to the increasing importance and expansion of the rental market. This resulted in over 16,000 BTR apartments being available for rent from institutional investors by the end of 2023, with nearly 32% being completed in the calendar year. It’s important to note however that BTR amenities constituted just 1.4% of the overall rental housing inventory in major Polish cities, while the privately owned rental housing stock is estimated at over 1.2 million units. The dynamic real estate market and prevailing socio-economic conditions are presenting new opportunities for further expansion of the living sector in Poland.

The latest edition of the report on the BTR market in Poland prepared by Knight Frank and Dentons analyses the macroeconomic situation, the real estate market, and the legal and tax environment. In addition, it sets out the results of a survey conducted among investors and developers active in the BTR sector and banks financing these investments. As a whole, it paints a clear picture and reveals the potential of this market in Poland – a market whose attractiveness will only continue to grow.