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Sustainability & ESG in real estate: What is behind the trend?

The awareness surrounding environmentally friendly construction and social responsibility in the real estate sector is growing steadily. Sustainability is playing an increasingly vital role in property markets, heavily influencing private owners, investors, developers, and real estate brokerages alike. The driving factors behind this shift are clear: rising energy costs, statutory climate protection goals, and evolving expectations from buyers, tenants, and investors. Consequently, the industry is increasingly aligning itself with ESG criteria (Environmental, Social, and Governance) to ensure properties are eco-friendly, socially responsible, and economically resilient.

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  • 13.05.2026
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Zurich real estate prices: Stable market, high demand

Zurich real estate prices continued to show a stable upward trend in 2024. As an economically important metropolis, Switzerland's largest city experiences enormous popularity, even beyond national borders. From urban flair with diverse cultural offerings and entertainment options to magnificent landscapes for recreation, the city and its surrounding canton offer something for every taste. Where does Zurich show its most beautiful side, and how are real estate prices developing? Our Market Insights Zurich provide you with insights into developments and trends!

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  • 16.12.2024
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Standard land value Lübeck

The standard land value in Lübeck provides information on the average land price per square meter within certain standard land value zones. The expert committees in Schleswig-Holstein publish the current figures every other year. The standard land value for Lübeck allows property sellers as well as prospective buyers to get an first impression of the land values in the various locations of the Hanseatic city. But what exactly does the standard land value say? Is it helpful in determining property prices for sale in Lübeck?

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How to obtain the standard land value for your property in Flensburg

The standard land value is of central importance for property buyers and owners. It indicates how much a plot of land is worth and is also taken into account in property taxation. The standard land value is made up of various factors and differs from the market value of a property. If you would like to find out the standard land value for a plot of land in Flensburg, our real estate agents will support you with Know-how and experience.

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Buy a cosy 1-room flat in Constance

There are many reasons to buy a 1-room flat in Constance. Students usually prefer 1-bedroom flats near the University of Constance. As a holiday property, the small flats along the Shores of Lake Constance or in the green countryside in the quiet neighbourhoods of Constance. Those who live alone often choose a centrally located 1-room flat in the city centre of Constance City centre of Constance or alternatively a flat close to their workplace in Baden-Württemberg. one-bedroom flats are in particularly high demand on the property market in Constance and are correspondingly interesting Investor flats and Capital investments in Constance. With Engel & Völkers, your real estate agent in Constance, Singen and Höri, you can buy a 1-bedroom flat in the best locations in Constance that fulfils all your requirements.

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Historical villa, comfortable existing house or modern new build? An overview to help you decide whether to buy

The property market in Germany for houses and villas contains a wealth of attractive offers - the choice includes a wide variety of architectural styles, locations and sizes. Without an estate agent to advise you, it is not always easy to keep track of all the options available - especially if you have not yet decided what the house you want to buy will actually look like and what features it will have. This article is intended to help you make the decision to buy based on our many years of in-depth real estate agent experience in Germany, so that you can soon move into your dream property. The focus of this article is primarily to consider the age of the property, which roughly divides the market into three categories.

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Improving Your Prowess as a Private Property Investor

Real estate has always been a significant avenue to building wealth. Investing in either residential or commercial property can yield stable cash flow,potential for growing your capital, and diversification, all of which are attractive to large portfolios. In addition, directly investing in real estate gives greater control of the risk profile, ownership structure, and business model. Furthermore, a property is something you can touch and experience, meaning that it is often a more emotional pursuit than stocks or bonds.

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  • 10.01.2020
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New build projects Constance - Marketing Engel & Völkers

Are you a property developer or project developer planning new-build projects in Constance? Or are you looking for a modern Flat for sale in Constance in one of the new buildings with first occupancy this year? With Engel & Völkers in Constance, you can find diverse and dreamlike Buying property in Constance on Lake Constance. We are also your Estate agent in Constancewhen it comes to the professional and successful marketing of your projects. When buying or selling new-build flats or similar high-quality properties in Properties in Constance rely on us as a specialised estate agent with Expertise. The Engel & Völkers teams in Constance on Lake Constance, Singen or Höri around managing director Sven Schäfer will advise you in detail on all aspects of buying and investing in new-build flats or marketing new-build projects in Constance.

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Buying Holiday Homes in Germany: What are the Prices?

The real estate consultants at Engel & Völkers provide expert guidance for the purchase of holiday properties. As an international real estate network with over 1,100 locations in 35 countries, our local agents offer extensive knowledge of the residential and vacation markets in nearly every major holiday region.

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  • April 7, 2026
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