Real Estate Investments in the Czech Republic: 2025 Trends in the Second-Home Market

A More Selective Real Estate Market

Investments in the Czech Republic are entering a more rational phase after the euphoria experienced during the pandemic. According to data compiled by the real estate platform Reas.cz, in 2025, 2,600 recreational properties were sold, showing a slight 2% decrease compared to the previous year. The average price, however, increased by 1%, reaching 2.9 million Czech koruna.

This trend signals a more selective market: today, buyers are focusing on higher-quality properties that are well-connected and suitable for year-round use. For those considering real estate investment in the country, the current environment offers greater stability and more informed demand-key elements for building a long-term strategy.

Chalupy and Chaty Increasingly Popular

The analysis by Reas.cz shows that last year, two types of holiday homes dominated the preferences of buyers in the Czech real estate market: chalupy and chaty. Chalupy are traditional country houses, often made of stone or wood, ideal for year-round stays. Chaty, on the other hand, are smaller cottages, often wooden, perfect for those who enjoy spending weekends immersed in unspoiled nature.

Understanding the difference is crucial for anyone evaluating real estate investments in the Czech Republic: chalupy tend to have more stable market values and can generate income even off-season, while chaty often offer lower entry prices and higher potential appreciation in emerging tourist locations.

Most Sought-After Areas and Accessibility

According to Michal Makoš, director of Reas.cz, the most in-demand areas remain the Beskids Mountains, the Jizera Mountains, and the Krkonoše (Giant Mountains), as well as locations near major cities. Other areas experiencing growing demand include Křivoklát, Kokořín, Slapy, Frýdek-Místek, the Sázava River, and areas near Brno.

For buyers, the key factor is finding the right balance between unspoiled natural landscapes and functional transportation. For this reason, investing in chalupy and chaty proves to be a strategic choice, offering potential capital appreciation and rental income.

Average Prices and Regional Differences

Reas.cz data show significant regional differences. In Central Bohemia, a quarter of the country’s cottages and villas were sold, with the average price rising to 3.6 million koruna (+10%). In the Plzeň region, sales decreased, but prices rose to 2.5 million koruna, while in South Bohemia the average price remained stable at 2.8 million. Conversely, in the Ústí nad Labem region, demand increased while prices stayed around 2.5 million koruna.

These regional differences provide useful guidance for those considering a Czech investment fund or direct purchases, highlighting where the market is more stable and where there is greater growth potential.

Opportunities and Risks for Investors

The rural second-home market today represents an interesting opportunity to diversify a real estate portfolio in the Czech Republic. Investors can choose between direct purchase, generating seasonal or year-round rental income, or entry via a Czech investment fund that allows for diversification and professional management.

In 2025, the main risks concerned regional price fluctuations, renovation costs, and the seasonality of tourist demand. Currently, the growing preference for quality properties and price stability in the most sought-after areas reduces uncertainty, although updated information and data for the current year are still awaited.

Source: České Noviny