Ukrainian buyers have become a key driving force of the Polish real estate market. In August 2025, it’s worth looking at facts and debunking myths about the largest group of foreign investors in Poland.
Who are Ukrainian buyers? 65% are IT specialists with income 15-40K PLN/month. 20% run their own businesses in Poland. 15% are families reuniting after relocation. Average age: 32 years. 78% have Polish residence cards. 45% plan to stay permanently.
What do they buy? Apartments 45-65 m² (60% of transactions) – for families. Studios 25-35 m² (25%) – for investment. Apartments 70+ m² (15%) – businesspeople. Locations: near metro/SKM, districts with Ukrainian shops, near IT companies.
Budgets and financing: Average transaction: 450-650K PLN. 40% pay cash(!). 35% loan from Polish bank. 25% mixed financing. Down payment average 35-40%. Price negotiations: -3-5% (less than Poles).
Most popular districts: Ruczaj – “little Ukraine”, everything in Ukrainian. Bronowice – close to AGH and IT companies. Prądnik – good price-quality ratio. Czyżyny – infrastructure development. Grzegórzki – proximity to center and station.
Rent or live? 55% buy for own use. 30% rent to compatriots (often below market). 15% Airbnb or long-term rental. Ukrainian tenants prefer Ukrainian owners – easier communication.
2025 trends: Growing interest in suburban houses. More buying second apartment for investment. Ukrainian real estate services sector developing. Forecast: another 15-20% growth in purchases in 2025!
Tip for sellers: Listing in Ukrainian = 40% more inquiries. Flexible approach to documents. Patience in translations. Cooperation with Ukrainian-speaking agent is key!
📍 Eternel – Real Estate Agency
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