Buying property in Warsaw
Buying an apartment in Poland is often easier than it first seems, once you know what to expect.
What this means for you
How the process works here
You agree the price. You sign a preliminary contract, usually before a notary, and pay a deposit. Then the paperwork happens, financing is arranged if you need it, and finally you sign the final deed at the notary and the ownership transfers.
The step people underestimate is the preliminary contract. In Poland the deposit in that contract can be forfeited if you walk away, or doubled back to you if the seller does. It is a real commitment, not a reservation, and it should never be signed on the basis of a summary.
The permit question
Whether you need a permit from the Ministry of the Interior depends on your citizenship and on what you are buying. For citizens of the European Economic Area the rules are far simpler, and separate apartment units are treated differently from land and houses.
What I do is tell you early that this question exists, so it does not appear two weeks before the deed.
What I check before you commit
The land and mortgage register, which is public and tells you who really owns the property and what is charged against it. The building’s financial situation and any planned renovations, because those become your bills. Whether the property is on perpetual usufruct rather than freehold.
How it works
Four stages, and I am present for all of them
What you get
- greater access to listings
- the seller checked, not just the property
- a handover protocol with photographs and meter readings
- my presence at every stage of the transaction, including the notary appointment
Watch our guide
Buying in Poland, explained in a minute each
Six short guides I recorded for clients who buy here from abroad. They cover the questions that come up before anyone looks at a single flat: whether you are allowed to buy at all, what you sign first, what it costs on top of the price and what happens after the notary.
One minute
Can a non European citizen buy a property in Poland?
Reviews
Reviews
I had a great experience working with Domhom, especially with Marcin, who was extremely professional, responsive, and friendly throughout the entire process. Communication was smooth, and the apartment was presented clearly and in a very appealing way.
Ulad Bury Google review
Marcin helped us in every way and found us the house we wanted in a very short time. He also assisted with all the following procedures. He's truly kind, professional, and great at his job. The best in Poland!
Damla Öztürk Google review
Contact
Buy a property in Warsaw
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