Price trends for apartments in new construction in Croatia: 1.7.2024. - 1.7.2025

Based on data from the real estate listing site www.prodaja-nekretnina.com, where only licensed real estate agencies advertise apartments, we analyzed the movement of average prices of new-build apartments in the nine large cities in Croatia for the periods of July 1, 2024, and July 1, 2025.

The data show a strong increase in prices in most cities, with notable differences in growth dynamics and one exception with a price decline.
Price trends by city:

🔹 Zagreb
The average price per square meter increased from €3,327 to €4,158, a 25% rise. This jump reflects strong demand, especially for apartments in newly developed neighborhoods with modern infrastructure.

🔹 Split
Split recorded the highest price increase – from €5,000 to €7,085 per square meter (+41.7%). Massive demand for luxury new builds with sea views, combined with limited supply, is pushing prices to record levels.

🔹 Rijeka
In Rijeka, prices rose from €3,688 to €4,101, an 11.2% increase. Rijeka’s market is becoming increasingly attractive for buyers seeking a balance between affordability and urban coastal living.

🔹 Osijek
The most affordable city on the list saw a modest increase – from €2,303 to €2,451 per square meter (+6.4%). Osijek’s market remains stable with gradually increasing demand.

🔹 Zadar
In Zadar, new-build prices rose from €3,319 to €3,670, marking a 10.6% increase. The city maintains its position as a popular destination for buyers looking for property near the sea.

🔹 Velika Gorica
Prices in this city near Zagreb grew by 14.8% – from €2,700 to €3,100. Its convenient location and excellent transport connections are boosting both agency activity and buyer interest.

🔹 Pula
Pula experienced steady growth of 7.8%, with prices rising from €3,141 to €3,386. The Istrian market remains attractive, though without dramatic jumps.

🔹 Šibenik
The only city with a price decline – from €4,112 to €3,369 per square meter (-18.07%). This may reflect a market correction following rapid previous growth, shifts in demand, or new projects that have lowered the average price.

🔹 Varaždin
Prices in Varaždin rose from €2,922 to €3,233, an increase of 10.6%. The city is increasingly appealing to those seeking a balance between cost and quality of life.

On average, across all analyzed cities, the price per square meter for new-build apartments increased from €3,390 to €3,839, representing a 13% rise in just one year.

The data from www.prodaja-nekretnina.com, where only real estate agencies advertise professionally listed properties, offer a realistic insight into the housing market. These trends point to increasing pressure on buyers, especially in Adriatic cities, while continental urban centers still provide more affordable options.

Tržište nekretnine, 12. Jul. 2025.