⌀ Value growth in Dürnstein: +9.89 %Calculated as the average of the last 10 years based on publicly available market statistics and the evaluations of the Expert Committee (Gutachterausschuss) for Dürnstein.
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Selling a property is a far-reaching decision. As experienced real estate agents, we support owners in Dürnstein with a clear structure, sound market knowledge, and a marketing strategy tailored to the specific property. Whether it's a house sale, apartment sale, land sale, or letting — we stand for clean processes and targeted mediation of your property.
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A significant proportion of properties in Dürnstein change owners before an advertisement is placed. Those with a registered search profile are on the list the moment an owner commissions us. You describe once what you are looking for — location, size, budget, condition — and you will only hear from us when it truly matches.
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When multiple heirs have to decide on a property in Dürnstein, it's rarely just about square metres. For decades, Gerhard Hahn has been moderating precisely these constellations: a fair market value, a clear process, a clean payout. This way, the family stays together in the end, and the assets are in order.
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Anyone looking for an experienced real estate agent in Dürnstein expects more than just the publication of an advertisement. Crucial factors are a realistic valuation, a suitable marketing strategy, high-quality documentation, professional communication with prospective buyers and secure contract processing. This is precisely where we come in.
As a real estate agency for Dürnstein, we support owners, communities of heirs, capital investors, and landlords in all phases of real estate brokerage — with clear processes and transparent advice.
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Market data as of: May 2026·updated every 12 months
Market data for Dürnstein at a glance: purchase prices for houses and flats, rents, and land values, each with a history of several years. The basis is publicly available statistics and analyses from the valuation committees.
Brief overview: Dürnstein is an attractive location for owners, buyers, and tenants because the municipality benefits from its location, accessibility, and quality of life. When marketing a property, it is important to present not only the property itself but also the surrounding area in a compelling way. This includes infrastructure, residential location, transport links, local amenities, leisure value, and the general development of the Dürnstein location. Real estate agents in Dürnstein with over 15 years of experience. Anyone looking for an experienced real estate agent in Dürnstein expects more than just the publication of an advertisement. A realistic valuation, a suitable marketing strategy, high-quality documentation, professional communication with prospective buyers, and secure contract processing are crucial. This is exactly where we come in. As real estate agents in Dürnstein, we support owners with sales, lettings, and valuations.
Houses Ø/m²
2,376.5 €
Apartments Ø/m²
2,124.5 €
Standard land value Ø/m²
82.5 €
House purchase price development
Current average purchase price per m² for houses in Dürnstein: 2,376.5 €/m²
House prices in Dürnstein have risen significantly over several years — driven by its proximity to Munich, high demand for family-friendly home ownership, and limited supply. Strong increases until 2022 were followed by a slight correction in 2023/2024, before the market recently showed renewed strength.
Year
Avg. value
Change
2016
1,191 €/m²
–
2017
1,300 €/m²
+9.2 %
2018
1,338.5 €/m²
+3 %
2019
1,406 €/m²
+5 %
2020
1,489 €/m²
+5.9 %
2021
2,185.5 €/m²
+46.8 %
2022
2,484.5 €/m²
+13.7 %
2023
2,397.5 €/m²
-3.5 %
2024
2,376.5 €/m²
-0.9 %
Apartment purchase price development
Current average purchase price per m² for apartments in Dürnstein: 2,124.5 €/m²
Apartments in Dürnstein have also shown a positive long-term price development. It was particularly dynamic between 2017 and 2022. Since 2023, a noticeable calming has been observed — albeit without significant price decreases. The limited supply continues to support the price level to this day.
Year
Avg. value
Change
2016
1,264 €/m²
–
2017
1,478.5 €/m²
+17 %
2018
1,477 €/m²
-0.1 %
2019
1,597.5 €/m²
+8.2 %
2020
1,679.5 €/m²
+5.1 %
2021
1,910.5 €/m²
+13.8 %
2022
2,170 €/m²
+13.6 %
2023
2,081 €/m²
-4.1 %
2024
2,124.5 €/m²
+2.1 %
Land values & Plot prices
Current average land value per m² in Dürnstein: 82.5 €/m²
The land value in Dürnstein has developed significantly upwards — a reflection of the quality of the location and its proximity to the Munich market. Plots are scarce, and demand is structurally high. Strong increases until 2022 were followed by a brief consolidation before values stabilised.
Year
Avg. value
Change
2015
64.9 €/m²
–
2016
55.7 €/m²
-14.2 %
2017
58.9 €/m²
+5.7 %
2018
62.5 €/m²
+6.1 %
2019
60.9 €/m²
-2.6 %
2020
62.4 €/m²
+2.5 %
2021
69.2 €/m²
+10.9 %
2022
76 €/m²
+9.8 %
2023
80.3 €/m²
+5.7 %
2024
82.5 €/m²
+2.7 %
Market analysis & Classification
The real estate market in Dürnstein can be classified as a relatively small but stable sub-market. For buyers, this means that supply is limited, but pricing is still more moderate compared to larger centres. This makes Dürnstein interesting for owner-occupiers who value quiet living and good regional connections. On the seller's side, sustained demand points to a solid market position, even if the sharpest price jumps are likely behind us for the time being. For capital investors, Dürnstein is attractive primarily due to the combination of a manageable entry price, stable rents, and good lettability. In particular, apartments in good condition with functional floor plans can generally be let quickly. The gross rental yield range is currently usually around 3.0 to 4.2% gross, depending on property quality, location, and price level. Houses often achieve lower yields but are interesting for long-term owner-occupiers and wealth-oriented buyers. Overall, the development of real estate prices in Dürnstein points to a market with moderate growth, solid demand, and limited downside risk. Anyone observing the price per square metre in Dürnstein will recognise a phase of consolidation following the strong increases of previous years, without the attractiveness of the location having noticeably diminished.
Data analysis: Price development & yield
A closer look at recent years shows how the Dürnstein real estate market has specifically developed within the Austrian market. For detached and terraced houses in Dürnstein, the average purchase price moved from 1.191 €/m² in 2016 to the current 2.376 €/m² (2024) — a total change of +99,5% over 8 years, which corresponds to an average value increase of +9,0% p.a. The previous peak was reached in 2022 at 2.484 €/m²; since then, the market has corrected by -4,3% — a pattern typical in many medium-sized markets following the interest rate turnaround. Condominiums in Dürnstein started at around 1.264 €/m² in 2016 and are at 2.124 €/m² today (+68,1% over 8 years, Ø +6,7% p.a.). This makes them suitable as an entry point into home ownership or as a capital investment with a manageable ticket size. The standard land value in Dürnstein rose from 65 €/m² (2015) to the current 82 €/m² (+27,1% in 9 years) — an essential indicator of the structural quality of the location and local demand for building land. With around 864 inhabitants, Dürnstein represents a manageable market size — which means that well-prepared properties priced in line with the market are generally sold or let quickly, while overpriced offers remain on the market longer and lose room for negotiation. For owners in Dürnstein considering a sale or letting, an individual, data-based valuation is the most important first step — it replaces estimates from online calculators that cannot account for the micro-location, energy efficiency, and the substance of the property. FREITAG® provides this valuation free of charge and without obligation.
These market data are regularly updated and reviewed at least every 12 months based on current statistics and expert committee data.
Dürnstein compared to Niederösterreich
Current market values in Dürnstein compared to the median of all municipalities in Niederösterreich.
Key figure
Dürnstein
Niederösterreich (Median)
Difference
Houses Ø
2,377 €/m²
2,377 €/m²
0 %
Flats Ø
2,125 €/m²
2,125 €/m²
0 %
Price development in Dürnstein — last 10 years
Annual average values for purchase prices (houses & flats) and rents in Dürnstein, each including the change compared to the previous year.
Year
Houses Avg/m²
YoY
Flats Avg/m²
YoY
2016
1,191 €/m²
–
1,264 €/m²
–
2017
1,300 €/m²
+9.2 %
1,479 €/m²
+17 %
2018
1,339 €/m²
+3 %
1,477 €/m²
-0.1 %
2019
1,406 €/m²
+5 %
1,598 €/m²
+8.2 %
2020
1,489 €/m²
+5.9 %
1,680 €/m²
+5.1 %
2021
2,186 €/m²
+46.8 %
1,911 €/m²
+13.8 %
2022
2,485 €/m²
+13.7 %
2,170 €/m²
+13.6 %
2023
2,398 €/m²
-3.5 %
2,081 €/m²
-4.1 %
2024
2,377 €/m²
-0.9 %
2,125 €/m²
+2.1 %
Source: FREITAG® Immobilien's own market research based on publicly available statistics and expert committee evaluations.
FAQ about real estate in Dürnstein
Frequently asked questions about buying, selling, financing, and living in Dürnstein — concisely answered.
📍 Location & Situation of Dürnstein
Dürnstein is located in the district of Bezirk Krems, federal state Niederösterreich auf rund 209 m above sea level and is considered around 864 inhabitants. Precisely these factors are crucial for the real estate market: regional integration, accessibility, topography and local supply offerings shape demand, price structure, and long-term value development.
Dürnstein has approximately 864 inhabitants. Population dynamics are a key early indicator for real estate demand: Growing municipalities typically see stable to rising prices, while shrinking municipalities need to be analysed more carefully — location, property quality, and demand segment then become particularly important.
Dürnstein belongs to the federal state Niederösterreich, district Bezirk Krems. This administrative allocation is relevant, among other things, for the land registry, building authority, tax authority, as well as for the regional market comparisons that we use when valuing your property.
Further information can be found in the Wikipedia article on Dürnstein (https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/D%C3%BCrnstein). For legally binding information on building regulations, zoning plans, and property data, the municipal administration is the right first point of contact.
🏘️ Real Estate Market in Dürnstein and the Surrounding Area
Dürnstein can be classified as a kleinerer submarket. Supply is limited, which, with intact demand, tends to ensure stable prices. A blanket statement about "price per square metre" is regularly insufficient in a municipality of this size — micro-location, property quality, year of construction, and energy class of the specific property are decisive.
For Dürnstein, there are no comprehensive, official transaction prices available at the municipal level, such as those available for German municipalities via the expert committee system. In Austria, Statistik Austria provides average prices at district and federal state level — these indicate the direction, but do not replace an object-specific valuation.A reliable price indication for a specific property in Dürnstein only emerges from comparable properties, location, and condition.
Statistik Austria shows predominantly rising average prices for condominiums and houses over recent years, with a significant flattening in 2023/24. In rural municipalities like Dürnstein, development generally follows the trend of the surrounding district or federal state with a time lag.
These structural data provide a good overview of economic vitality and rental potential — however, they do not replace an assessment of the specific property.
🏡 Buying & Selling in Dürnstein
In Austria, the process includes: offer/purchase offer, drafting of the purchase agreement by a lawyer or notary, fiduciary handling, entry in the land register, and settlement of land transfer tax and registration fee with the tax office for fees and transaction taxes. It usually takes 6 – 12 weeks from contract signing to ownership registration.
Customary documents include: current land register extract, site plan/cadastral plan, building plans and building permit, energy certificate according to OIB-RL 6, for apartment ownership the apartment ownership agreement and utility value report, operating cost statements, house rules, and evidence of renovations.
Customary methods include comparative value, asset value, and income value methods according to LBG (Property Valuation Act). Key factors are location, land area, year of construction, energy status, fittings and fixtures, and current purchase price collections for Bezirk Krems.
The average marketing period in a municipality like Dürnstein is 3 – 6 months — from the start of the commission to notarisation. Properties priced appropriately for the market and with good energy efficiency often sell faster, while those in need of renovation or priced too high sell significantly slower. In addition, there are 4 – 8 weeks for the legal processing until the transfer of ownership.
💰 Financing, Taxes & Additional Costs in Austria
The additional purchase costs amount to in Austria approximately 9 – 11 % of the purchase price: 3.5 % property transfer tax, 1.1 % land registry fee, approx. 1 – 3 % notary fees/contract drafter, and possibly 3 % + 20 % VAT estate agent commission (since the 'Bestellerprinzip' (client-pays-principle) 2023, usually paid by the client). The exact amount in Dürnstein depends on the purchase price, the specific contract design, and possibly the real estate agent's commission. A complete cost breakdown should be definitively available before signing the contract.
In Austria, since the KIM-V, banks usually require at least 20% equity plus ancillary costs, a maximum loan-to-value ratio of 90%, and a debt service ratio below 40%. Housing subsidies from the federal states can reduce the required equity.
Classic options are annuity loans with fixed or variable interest rates through Austrian banks (Erste, Raiffeisen, Bank Austria, Bawag), supplemented by building society loans and housing subsidies from the respective federal state.
When selling private real estate in Austria, real estate income tax (ImmoESt) of 30% on the capital gain is generally incurred. Primary residence exemption (continuously occupied for at least 2 years or 5 out of 10 years) and builder's exemption may apply. Individual advice from a tax advisor or Steuerberater is recommended before any sale.
🔑 Rental, Yield & Value Development in Dürnstein
In Austria, many old buildings are subject to the standard value or category rent system according to the MRG, while new buildings and condominiums usually have free rent. Fixed-term leases are common, with a legally prescribed fixed-term discount of 25%.
The gross rental yield in many Austrian municipalities is around 3 – 5% depending on location and property quality, often lower in Vienna and Salzburg, and sometimes higher in peripheral areas and secondary cities. For a specific property in Dürnstein, the achievable gross yield depends on location, condition, tenant structure, and acquisition price — a reliable yield forecast can only be made after an individual property analysis.
Smaller communities like Dürnstein are particularly suitable as an investment if the local demand is structurally sound (commuter location, tourist location, good transport links) and the property has solid rental potential. In peripheral locations, attention must be paid to resale liquidity and deferred maintenance — both quickly relativise nominally higher gross rental yields.
The Austrian residential real estate market has cooled down significantly after the interest rate turnaround and KIM-V. For Dürnstein, a market phase with stable to moderately rising prices is likely in the medium term, provided that regional demand remains intact. Reliable forecasts at the municipal level are not possible in a reputable manner — a property-specific assessment is always the better approach.
Property Annuity (Immobilienverrentung) & Usufruct in Dürnstein
Release capital in Dürnstein — lifelong right of residence included.
Many owners in Dürnstein are sitting on an asset that they cannot access because they do not want to give up their home. This is precisely whatProperty annuity (Immobilienverrentung) is for: The sale takes place, but the move-out does not. Depending on the model — Usufruct, Right of abode, Life annuity or Leaseback — the purchase price is paid as a lump sum, as a monthly annuity, or as a combination of both.
Security is crucial: The right of abode (Wohnrecht) is entered in the land register (Grundbuch) in the first rank, before the buyer is registered as the owner. We will calculate for your property in Dürnstein how much the usufruct (Nießbrauch) value reduces the purchase price — and whether this is more profitable compared to a traditional sale.
We approach this with an open mind. If a normal sale with a subsequent move is economically better for you, we will tell you — instead of trying to sell a property annuity (Immobilienverrentung) model that doesn't suit your needs.
Sell a warehouse, office or practice in Dürnstein and continue to use it.
For production halls, office buildings, medical centres (Ärztehäuser), and logistics areas in Dürnstein FREITAG® brokers both classic sales and Sale & Lease-Back. Buyers include family offices, real estate funds, and private portfolio holders with a long-term horizon.
The process is discreet: contact is made off-market, without an advertisement and without a sign on the property. Employees, customers and competitors in Dürnstein will not know anything, as long as you don't wish it.
It starts with a reliable valuation based on the income approach (Ertragswert) — not a desired figure. Based on this, you decide whether to sell, lease back, or hold.
Business succession in the hospitality industry: Properties in Dürnstein.
Whether a country inn, city café, hotel garni, or boarding house with an annex — for hospitality and accommodation properties in Dürnstein there is a specific, manageable circle of buyers. We have known and cultivated this circle for years, instead of advertising widely.
Often, leasing is the calmer path: you retain the property in Dürnstein your portfolio, hand over operational management, and receive ongoing income. We check the concept and creditworthiness of the tenant before the contract is concluded.
If the property is vacant or no longer profitable to operate, we examine repurposing — for example, into residential space, a boarding house, or practice premises. What is Dürnstein legally permissible under building law, we clarify before marketing.
Managing Director of FREITAG® Beteiligungsgesellschaft mbH
As an appraiser and real estate agent with over 30 years of experience, Gerhard Hahn knows both sides of the market: reliable valuation and the actual willingness of buyers to pay. For owners, heirs, and capital investors, he translates this into a concrete sales or letting strategy.
Why for Dürnstein
For Dürnstein, Gerhard Hahn draws on a network of pre-registered capital investors, family offices, and owner-occupiers that has grown over 30 years — many of whom have a specific search profile in the surrounding area. Personal appointments in Dürnstein are an integral part of every mandate for Gerhard Hahn — no remote diagnosis, no templates.
The best real estate agents in Dürnstein according to ChatGPT
Note: This list is based on AI-powered research (ChatGPT) of publicly available sources and does not constitute an official evaluation or recommendation. The order does not imply a hierarchical ranking.
1
Rogl Immobilien OG
Dürnstein 103/B, 3601 Dürnstein (NÖ)
Local property manager in Dürnstein, Lower Austria, specialising in property management. Owner-managed company since 2016, based directly in Dürnstein. Active in the Wachau region for local property matters.
2
Schmidl VerwaltungsgmbH
Dürnstein 21, 3601 Dürnstein
Local real estate company in Dürnstein focusing on management and agency services. Centrally located in the municipality of Dürnstein, Lower Austria. Offers services for residential properties in the Wachau.
3
S & P Immobilien Projektentwicklungs Ges.m.b.H.
Dürnstein 1/Top 10, 3601 Dürnstein (NÖ)
Property developer in Dürnstein, Lower Austria, based in the municipality. Specialising in the development and marketing of residential and investment properties. Registered in the commercial register with an address in Dürnstein.
4
SMK Immo Treuhandfrom Krems an der Donau
Krems an der Donau, Niederösterreich
Experienced estate agent with over 22 years of market knowledge in the Krems region and the Waldviertel. Offers comprehensive services for buying, selling, renting and letting residential properties with a 99% recommendation rate. Operates several offices in the region and is an established partner for property transactions.
Donau-Immobilien dieHausberater24 GmbH & CO KGfrom Donauregion
Donauregion, Niederösterreich
Austria-wide estate agent with regional roots and in-depth knowledge of local characteristics, prices and developments in the Danube region. Offers free property valuations and no-obligation consultations for buyers and sellers. Specialising in the Wachau and surrounding regions.
Are you looking for a real estate agent not directly in Dürnstein, but in the surrounding area? FREITAG® also serves the following municipalities in Lower Austria with local market knowledge, current purchase prices, and personal advice:
You can find the complete market overview with all municipalities in Lower Austria on the Overview page Lower Austria.
Comparable price range
Municipalities with a similar price level to Dürnstein
These locations are within a price band of ±10% around the current average house price per square metre of Dürnstein (Ø 2,376.5 €/m²) — ideal for an honest market comparison and alternative location assessments.
From measurements and the energy performance certificate to buyer selection: We fully prepare your house before it goes on the market — and conduct negotiations up to notarisation.
Sell an apartment in Dürnstein
Minutes of the owners' meeting, maintenance reserve fund, and special rights of use are also decisive for the price. We review the documents before the first viewing appointment.
Sell a plot of land in Dürnstein
We clarify the development plan, development status, and suspected contamination in advance — this prevents price reductions during negotiations.
Sell a commercial property in Dürnstein
Office, practice, warehouse, hotel, or gastronomy — discreet marketing with a sound valuation and personal support until completion.
Letting & Property Annuity
Letting property in Dürnstein
Let a flat in Dürnstein
The right rental price determines whether a property stands vacant or has long-term tenants. We set it at a market-appropriate level and pre-filter interested parties, instead of holding mass viewings.
Letting a house in Dürnstein
For houses, tenant quality matters more than the final price point. We select tenants who will look after the property long-term.
Property Annuity (Immobilienverrentung) in Dürnstein
Right of residence (Wohnrecht), leaseback, life annuity (Leibrente), or usufruct (Nießbrauch) — we examine the most suitable option for you and advise on opportunities and framework conditions.
Property Valuation in Dürnstein
Comparative value, intrinsic value (Sachwert) or income approach (Ertragswert): We select the appropriate method for the property and disclose the derivation, instead of just stating a number.
Personal Consultation
Would you like to sell or let your property in Dürnstein?
Contact us — we will advise you without obligation on valuation, marketing, and next steps.