Displaced persons seeking safe housing are shaping new realities in safer regions of Ukraine. We continue to explore how their needs influence pricing, demand, and key trends in cities across the country.
Today, Uzhhorod holds its position as one of the most expensive cities in western Ukraine. Housing prices are rising, rental rates have already surpassed the capital, and demand remains strong.
We discuss property prices, sales dynamics, main client categories, and forecasts for Uzhhorod’s real estate market in 2026 in our interview with Oksana Zavodyak, Head of the local branch of the Union of Real Estate Specialists of Ukraine (SFNU) in Uzhhorod.
Specifically: what makes the secondary market scarce, why new builds are becoming more expensive, how displaced persons affect this, and whether it’s worth investing in the city’s real estate right now.
Ms. Oksana, what is the current situation in Uzhhorod’s housing market? Key trends
Uzhhorod’s real estate market is characterized by high demand, which drives price growth, especially in the secondary market. The city is considered a relatively safe region, attracting internally displaced persons (IDPs) and investors. Demand remains stable, and prices continue to rise. Western regions of Ukraine, including Uzhhorod, lead in apartment prices on the secondary market.
What is the average price and dynamics in the secondary market?
Uzhhorod ranks third in Ukraine for apartment prices, after Kyiv and Lviv. The average cost of apartments has increased by approximately 10–15% over the past year. Prices vary by district, but the overall trend is upward.
Who drives demand for secondary housing?
The main demand comes from internally displaced persons seeking safer housing and investors who view real estate as a way to preserve capital. One- and two-room apartments are the most popular.
How do government programs affect the market?
Government programs, such as eOselya, actively stimulate demand. Sales through this program can account for up to 30% of total transactions.
What is the situation in the primary housing market?
The primary housing market also shows price growth. In 2025, the average cost per square meter was about $1,150 (approximately 48,000 UAH), but prices vary significantly depending on the class of housing and location.
What local factors influence prices?
Uzhhorod’s status as the safest regional center in Ukraine is a key factor.
Location matters: proximity to the city center, parks, schools, and transport hubs significantly increases value.
Housing quality and infrastructure: modern construction technologies, parking availability, and well-developed internal infrastructure of residential complexes also play an important role.
What about rentals? What is the situation in this segment?
The rental market is booming. Demand far exceeds supply, leading to a sharp increase in prices. Uzhhorod has even surpassed Kyiv in rental prices for one-room apartments.
How quickly is housing rented out?
Very quickly—sometimes within hours or days after the listing appears, especially if it’s a quality apartment in a convenient area.
What are the prospects for the real estate market?
Forecasts indicate that Uzhhorod’s real estate market will remain active. Demand for buying and renting housing is and will continue to be high. Government programs such as eVidnovlennia and eOselya will keep stimulating sales.
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