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Hi,

I am currently looking for somewhere to buy in Germany but am struggling with how to approach it largely as there is so little choice.

For context, I live in a small town in MV which isn't the most desirable area. At any given time there are only about 6 properties for sale here, with about 1/3 sold as investments with tenants already living there, 1/3 either in need of complete renovation or a lot of work and 1/3 far too big and out of my price range. I'm in no rush to buy, but it leaves me wondering if the 'right' property will ever come up.

For those of you who have bought property here, I'd love to know how you knew the property was right for you. How long did you look?

Did you go for an Altbau or spend more to get a newer home with fewer potential issues? Did you have to compromise on location or spend more than you had intended?

Searched for over 2 years. Gave up at some point and then finally found and bought a 2 family house from https://prian.info/cy/germany/hamburg/hamburg-city/houses/ this summer. In the end we had a lot of luck. It's the neighbour village to where we lived before. My commute to work is the same as before and my wife needs about 10 minutes more now. Only downside is it's a village with 5000 people but there is Penny, butcher and 2 bakers so thats fine. Also 10 minute car ride and we are in a city.

All the home sites aggregate MLS listings. Some allow FSBOs to manually enter their sales, but all the sites are 99.9% the same. It's mostly a matter of which interface you like most.

I recommend creating a list of your must-haves versus nice-to-haves to help clarify your priorities. Also, consider expanding your search radius to nearby towns or exploring different types of properties, like fixer-uppers that might offer more potential for customization within your budget. Sometimes being flexible with your criteria can lead to finding the right place when you least expect it.

I faced a similar struggle when I was looking to buy a house in Germany. It felt overwhelming at times, but I eventually discovered House Buying Company, and they really made the process easier for me. They handled all the complicated aspects of purchasing, which freed me up to focus on what I truly wanted in a home. If you're feeling bogged down by the limited choices in your area, reaching out to a company like this could be beneficial. They have the expertise to help you navigate the market and might even uncover options you hadn’t considered yet. I highly recommend checking them out for a smoother buying experience— The Property Buying Company can truly make a difference!

Finding the right property can be tough, especially in a small town with limited options. I found it helpful to be patient and flexible with my priorities. It took me about 6 months to find the right place. I focused on what was most important to me and was open to compromising on other aspects. Working with a local real estate agent and staying connected with the community for any off-market opportunities also made a big difference.