Thursday, 5 February 2026
The cost of residential property in Slovakia moved higher again in the latest reported period, extending an upward pattern that has been visible since the middle of last year. Newly released national data indicate that both newly built and older homes became more expensive compared with the same time a year earlier, with increases recorded in nearly every part of the country.
The overall picture shows steady momentum rather than a sudden surge, with prices climbing from one quarter to the next as well as on an annual basis. Larger cities and their surrounding districts continued to set the tone for national averages, while smaller regions followed with more moderate but still positive changes.
Differences between locations remain pronounced. The capital area continues to command the highest price levels, reflecting strong demand and limited availability of suitable properties. Eastern and central regions also registered noticeable gains, narrowing the gap slightly but still remaining well below the values seen around Bratislava. Only isolated districts reported minimal movement or brief slowdowns before resuming growth.
Market observers link the sustained rise to stable employment conditions and gradually improving access to home loans compared with the previous year. At the same time, they note that affordability concerns are becoming more visible, which could temper the pace of future increases if borrowing costs or economic conditions shift.
Despite these potential constraints, the most recent figures point to a housing market that remains active and broadly upward-trending, with prices higher than a year ago and regional disparities continuing to shape the overall landscape.
