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Budapest apartments

20+
years of experience
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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.

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20+
years of experience
10+
languages spoken at the company
150+
countries we have clients from
  • 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)*
  • 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.

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*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:

  1. Downtown apartments in a central location and (typically) classic European-style building
  2. Fully renovated luxury apartments in a prime location, ready to be let out either short- or long-term
  3. 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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    Shahadat H
    I reached out to Helpers Hungary in January 2026 to assist with forming a company in Hungary and applying for Hungarian residency. From the very beginning, they responded promptly and provided clear, detailed information to all my inquiries. I would especially like to highlight Tala Shalati, who was incredibly supportive in addressing all my concerns and questions. As the process progressed, I had the opportunity to work with Dr. Norbert, Emília, Krisztián, Kátya, Botond, Tímea, and László. Each of them has been highly professional, responsive, and efficient in ensuring that everything moved forward smoothly. With their assistance, my company has now been successfully established, and I am currently in the process of applying for my residence permit. So far, my experience with Helpers Hungary has been excellent, and I would highly recommend their services.
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    Liza
    I had a great experience with Helpers Hungary, especially with Tala Shalati. She was incredibly professional, patient, and clear in explaining all residency options, making a complex process easy to understand. Even though I didn’t proceed with an application, Tala’s guidance helped me make informed decisions with confidence. Highly recommend her and the Helpers team for anyone exploring relocation to Hungary!
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    Katie R
    I worked with Hungary Helpers to obtain my Hungarian citizenship and I’m so grateful I did. My mother fled Hungary in 1956 and passed away when I was young. I had always wanted to pursue citizenship in her honor but had very little information or documentation to start with. The team was incredibly knowledgeable, kind, and patient, guiding me through every step of the process. Today I have my Hungarian passport and am officially a citizen. It means so much to me. Thank you to the entire team!
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    John K
    I reached out to Helpers Hungary in March of 2024 to find out if I was eligible to become a Hungarian Citizen through Hungary’s egyszerűsített honosítás (simplified naturalization) program. A few months earlier I had started researching my family tree and recently discovered I had living relatives in Hungary that I did not know about and thought this would be a nice way to honor my mother’s side of the family; also the possibility of having an EU passport was a very nice side benefit. I found out I was eligible and went though the initial consultation where I asked a ton of questions and found out they were able to help with everything from translating English-language birth certificates into Hungarian, finding my grandmother’s Hungarian birth certificate, filling out the cumbersome application forms and even recommending Hungarian Language Solutions for learning how to speak Hungarian. My grandparents, while born and raised in Hungary, spoke German so I never heard any Hungarian other than “paprika” and “palacsinta”. I had my interview at the Hungarian Consulate in New York in July 2025 and received my Hungarian Citizenship in March 2026. Learning the language is difficult enough and having Helpers Hungary focusing on most of the “grunt work”, allowed me to quickly focus on learning Hungarian.
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    Dong Y
    It was a pleasant experience working with Helpers. They handled my requirements with efficient communication, and the entire process was seamless. I would definitely recommend their expertise and services to anyone in need of professional support.
Frequently Asked Questions
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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.

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Helpers Hungary Kft

Budapart Gate

Dombóvári út 27

Budapest 1117, Hungary

 

If you’re visiting us, please use entrance A and come to the 2nd floor.

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