Investment Properties in Potsdam: Figures, Locations, and an Honest Calculation
Michael Pauker · 2026-10-13
Potsdam at a Glance
185,137
Inhabitants
31.12.2025
2.7%
Apartments vacant
2022 Census
€3,865
per m² for resale
Median 2025
53.1%
Single-person households
31.12.2025
Potsdam has gained over 17,000 residents in ten years. The city is located half an hour from Berlin, has a university, research institutes, and palaces.
01Potsdam in Figures
| Key Figure | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Inhabitants | 185,137 | 31.12.2025 |
| Forecast 2040 | +6.6% | City Forecast 2026 |
| Vacancy | 2.7% | 2022 Census |
| Real estate transfer tax | 6.5% | Brandenburg |
Rent €9.90 (Ø Expert Committee)
3.1%
Rent €10.40 (New rental)
3.2%
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Is an apartment in Potsdam worth it as an investment?
Potsdam is a very popular location with a growing population and very low vacancy. However, the purchase prices and the high real estate transfer tax (6.5%) make it a long-term investment.