Budapest apartments
10+
languages spoken at the company
150+
countries we have clients from
Established in 2005, HELPERS is Hungary’s leading provider of comprehensive business and personal services for international clients.
Helpers is more than a real estate agency, which is a good thing for our clients because real estate agencies in Hungary represent the seller, not the buyer. We, on the other hand, regularly survey offers on the market (both through agent partners and through our extensive network) to find the most promising, trustworthy deals for you. Buying a property through us is a secure, convenient, and easy process – our advisors will be by your side from start to finish to make sure you will be happy with your purchase.
10+
languages spoken at the company
150+
countries we have clients from
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Budapest apartments
Crucially, you pay nothing until a deal is finalized and signed – and before you commit, we will calculate the total cost for you.
If you would like to get an estimate of the cost structure in advance, please consult with our investment advisor!
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Budapest apartments
Your costs will be made up of the following:
- Success fee (payable only if a deal is finalized): 2% of the purchase price
- Legal fees: max. 1% of the investment
- Registration tax: 4% of the investment
- Purchase licenses, documents: EUR 200 (+VAT)*
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Additional services for property buyers
If you’re buying a property through Helpers, you become eligible for significant discounts on our property management packages — please click here for details.
Property management
*Please note: The indicated prices are net prices. 27% VAT will be added when applicable.
The real estate market in Budapest is characterized by rising property prices, lucrative short- and long-term rentals, yielding an average of 8% ROI for the investor.
Purchase prices and rental fees of medium-sized apartments increase at the fastest rate because they can be suitable for both long-term and short-term rental.
Property for sale
We focus on three categories of residential real estate:
- Downtown apartments in a central location and (typically) classic European-style building
- Fully renovated luxury apartments in a prime location, ready to be let out either short- or long-term
- Houses or villas on the Buda side, typically in the hills, suitable for expat families, top executives or diplomats
Reviews
What our clients say
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I am incredibly grateful to Helpers for their work and professionalism! Tala curated our case. She was extremely patient and supported us immensely throughout the process.
I value the most that the timeline Helpers provided was clear, detailed, and very helpful. In the end, my husband and I had two successful visa cases.
The team members always replied swiftly and knew all the answers.
I would also like to thank our lawyer, Naomi, for her work on the case!
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I’m writing this review because the lawyer I spoke with before helpers (who is high up in the google search results) wanted 150 euro before he would say a word to me about my Hungarian visa issues.
By contrast, Helpers were kind, attentive and extremely fair. Anna is an excellent and sharp advocate, she helped me quickly and effectively, and I can’t recommend Helpers enough. (In retrospect, I guess I shouldn’t be so surprised to find an idealistic and capable firm when of all the names available, they chose the name Helpers.)
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I have done my residency through Helpers and the whole process was so smooth. Tala is super knowledgeable and guided me through every step of the process and all timelines were met just as explained to me. very professional and efficient company to work with. would highly recommend them for all your immigration needs in Hungary. Thank you Tala and everyone else that has contributed in making this process a breeze 🙏
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I would like to thank Ekin and Anna who helped me from the beginning to the end from company incorporation, opening a company bank account and obtaining a residence/work permit. Their communication was very positive and constructive and always solution oriented. The Helpers are very professional and when I need an opinion or ask for an update, they are very quick to respond. I can recommend them to everyone.
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Helpers was dedicated to facilitating my case. There were several instances where I thought I would not succeed and I simply would have been lost in the maze of bureaucracy without them. The initial application submission assistance is convenient and relatively easier than doing it yourself, but the real value in this service is having a third party closer to the inside that is more fluent in the language and can help eliminate the inevitable confusion and complication. Rest assured Helpers can simplify and illuminate the path to success for you.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQ
Who can buy an apartment in Hungary?
Any foreigner can buy a residential property in Hungary but buyers who are not EU nationals require a license, which we are happy to acquire for you as part of our service. Read more here.
If I want to sell my property later on, what costs will I have?
In case of selling real estate, personal income tax must be paid on the income from the sale. The domestic personal income tax rate on property sales is 15 %, but the amount of required tax depends on several factors. Over time, the tax gradually decreases, and after 5 years it becomes 0. Please contact us for details.
How long will the process of buying an apartment take?
Once you have found a flat you like, you make a down payment and we start the application for the purchase license, which typically takes 5-6 weeks.
