Rent or Buy in Prague in 2026? A Guide to Prague Property Prices and Rents
Prague Property Market 2026: Rent or Buy?
Should you rent or buy in Prague in 2026? For many residents, expats and potential property buyers, this is becoming an increasingly important question.
According to the latest Deloitte data, the Prague property market remains expensive on both the rental and purchase sides, although the two segments are currently moving in different directions.
In the second quarter of 2026, the average asking rent in Prague decreased slightly by 0.9% quarter on quarter to CZK 462 per square metre. At the same time, asking prices for new apartments continued to rise. Deloitte’s Develop Index recorded an average asking price of CZK 182,700 per square metre for available units in residential development projects, an increase of 1.3% compared with the previous period.
For anyone considering whether to rent or buy property in Prague, these figures show how important it is to compare not only monthly costs, but also location and property type.
Prague Rental Prices Remain High
Despite the small quarterly decrease, renting in Prague remains expensive. Deloitte continues to identify Prague as the most expensive rental market in the Czech Republic.
The highest average rents were recorded in Prague 7 at CZK 493/m², followed by Prague 1 at CZK 490/m² and Prague 2 at CZK 482/m².
More affordable districts included Prague 10, with an average rent of CZK 442/m², and Prague 4 at CZK 443/m².
Property type also affects rental prices. Brick buildings, which represent more than 65% of Prague’s rental supply, averaged CZK 459/m². Apartments located in development projects reached a higher average of CZK 498/m².
Buying an Apartment in Prague: Prices Keep Rising
For those considering buying an apartment in Prague in 2026, Deloitte’s Develop Index shows a different trend.
The average asking price for available units in Prague residential development projects increased from CZK 180,300/m² in Q1 to CZK 182,700/m² in Q2 2026.
Prices vary significantly between Prague districts. Prague 2 recorded the highest average asking price at CZK 265,100/m², while Prague 10 was the least expensive district in the index at CZK 166,800/m².
These differences show why choosing the right Prague district can have a major impact on the total cost of buying property.
Rent vs Buy in Prague: A 60 m² Example
Using Deloitte’s city-wide averages as a simple illustration, a 60 m² apartment priced at the average development asking price would cost approximately CZK 10.96 million.
By comparison, renting a 60 m² apartment at Prague’s average asking rent of CZK 462/m² would cost approximately CZK 27,720 per month.
This is not a direct financial comparison. Deloitte’s Develop Index focuses on available apartments in residential development projects, while the Rent Index covers a broader range of rental properties.
However, the example clearly illustrates the difference between the initial financial commitment required to buy and the monthly cost of renting in Prague.
Is It Better to Rent or Buy in Prague in 2026?
There is no single answer to whether it is better to rent or buy in Prague in 2026.
Deloitte’s latest figures show that rental prices remain high, despite a slight quarterly decline, while prices for new apartments continue to increase.
For tenants and buyers, the key lesson is that Prague-wide averages only tell part of the story. District, property type and the specific apartment can significantly influence both rental and purchase prices.
Anyone considering a move should therefore compare individual properties carefully before deciding whether renting or buying in Prague is the better option.
Font- Deloitte Rent Index Q2 2026 e il Deloitte Develop Index Q2 2026.
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