⌀ Value growth in Geretsberg: +7.79 %Calculated as the average of the last 10 years based on publicly available market statistics and the evaluations of the Expert Committee (Gutachterausschuss) for Geretsberg.
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Between the decision to sell and the notary appointment in Geretsberg, there are usually several months of work: gathering documents, reliably determining the value, finding the right buyer group, negotiating. We take over these steps completely and keep you informed of every interim status.
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Real estate agent in Geretsberg with over 15 years of experience
Anyone looking for an experienced real estate agent in Geretsberg 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 Geretsberg, 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 Geretsberg 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: Geretsberg is an attractive location for owners, buyers, and tenants, as 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 its surroundings in a compelling way. This includes infrastructure, residential location, transport links, local amenities, leisure value, and the general development of the Geretsberg location.
Estate agents in Geretsberg with over 15 years of experience
Anyone looking for an experienced estate agent in Geretsberg 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 estate agents in Geretsberg, we support owners with sales, lettings, and valuations.
Houses Ø/m²
2,587 €
Apartments Ø/m²
2,772.5 €
Standard land value Ø/m²
109.6 €
House purchase price development
Current average purchase price per m² for houses in Geretsberg: 2,587 €/m²
House prices in Geretsberg 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
1,464.5 €/m²
–
2017
1,544.5 €/m²
+5.5 %
2018
1,543.5 €/m²
-0.1 %
2019
1,632.5 €/m²
+5.8 %
2020
1,823 €/m²
+11.7 %
2021
2,353 €/m²
+29.1 %
2022
2,685 €/m²
+14.1 %
2023
2,623 €/m²
-2.3 %
2024
2,587 €/m²
-1.4 %
Apartment purchase price development
Current average purchase price per m² for apartments in Geretsberg: 2,772.5 €/m²
Apartments in Geretsberg 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
1,598 €/m²
–
2017
1,709.5 €/m²
+7 %
2018
1,861.5 €/m²
+8.9 %
2019
1,931.5 €/m²
+3.8 %
2020
2,048 €/m²
+6 %
2021
2,443 €/m²
+19.3 %
2022
2,594 €/m²
+6.2 %
2023
2,528.5 €/m²
-2.5 %
2024
2,772.5 €/m²
+9.6 %
Land values & Plot prices
Current average land value per m² in Geretsberg: 109.6 €/m²
The land value in Geretsberg 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
68 €/m²
–
2016
56.9 €/m²
-16.3 %
2017
59.7 €/m²
+4.9 %
2018
65.3 €/m²
+9.4 %
2019
66.8 €/m²
+2.3 %
2020
73 €/m²
+9.3 %
2021
77.7 €/m²
+6.4 %
2022
93.8 €/m²
+20.7 %
2023
99.7 €/m²
+6.3 %
2024
109.6 €/m²
+9.9 %
Market analysis & Classification
The property market in Geretsberg 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 Geretsberg attractive 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 surges are likely behind us for now. For investors, Geretsberg is particularly attractive due to the combination of manageable entry prices, stable rents, and good lettability. Apartments in good condition with functional floor plans can generally be let quickly. The gross rental yield range is currently usually between 3.0% and 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 property prices in Geretsberg points to a market with moderate growth, solid demand, and limited downside risk. Those monitoring the price per square metre in Geretsberg will recognise a phase of consolidation following the strong increases of previous years, without any noticeable decline in the attractiveness of the location.
Data analysis: Price development & yield
Anyone wishing to soundly assess the market in Geretsberg within the Austrian market should take a look at the multi-year price development. For detached and terraced houses in Geretsberg, the average purchase price moved from 1,464 €/m² in 2016 to the current 2,587 €/m² (2024) — a total change of +76.6% over 8 years, which corresponds to an average value increase of +7.4% p.a. The previous peak was reached in 2022 at 2,685 €/m²; since then, the market has corrected by -3.6% — a typical pattern in many German medium-sized markets following the interest rate turnaround. Condominiums in Geretsberg started at around 1,598 €/m² in 2016 and are now at 2,772 €/m² (+73.5% over 8 years, Ø +7.1% p.a.). They are therefore often suitable as an entry point into home ownership or as an investment with a manageable ticket size. The standard land value in Geretsberg rose from 68 €/m² (2015) to the current 110 €/m² (+61.2% in 9 years) — an essential indicator of the structural location quality and local demand for building land. With around 1,187 inhabitants, Geretsberg forms a limited but continuous transaction volume — which means that well-prepared properties priced in line with the market are generally sold quickly, while overpriced offers remain on the market longer and lose room for negotiation. For owners in Geretsberg considering a sale or letting, an individual, data-based valuation is the most important first step — it replaces estimates from online calculators that cannot reflect the micro-location, energy efficiency, and property substance. 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.
Geretsberg compared to Oberösterreich
Current market values in Geretsberg compared to the median of all municipalities in Oberösterreich.
Key figure
Geretsberg
Oberösterreich (Median)
Difference
Houses Ø
2,587 €/m²
2,587 €/m²
0 %
Flats Ø
2,773 €/m²
2,773 €/m²
0 %
Price development in Geretsberg — last 10 years
Annual average values for purchase prices (houses & flats) and rents in Geretsberg, each including the change compared to the previous year.
Year
Houses Avg/m²
YoY
Flats Avg/m²
YoY
2016
1,465 €/m²
–
1,598 €/m²
–
2017
1,545 €/m²
+5.5 %
1,710 €/m²
+7 %
2018
1,544 €/m²
-0.1 %
1,862 €/m²
+8.9 %
2019
1,633 €/m²
+5.8 %
1,932 €/m²
+3.8 %
2020
1,823 €/m²
+11.7 %
2,048 €/m²
+6 %
2021
2,353 €/m²
+29.1 %
2,443 €/m²
+19.3 %
2022
2,685 €/m²
+14.1 %
2,594 €/m²
+6.2 %
2023
2,623 €/m²
-2.3 %
2,529 €/m²
-2.5 %
2024
2,587 €/m²
-1.4 %
2,773 €/m²
+9.6 %
Source: FREITAG® Immobilien's own market research based on publicly available statistics and expert committee evaluations.
FAQ about real estate in Geretsberg
Frequently asked questions about buying, selling, financing, and living in Geretsberg — concisely answered.
📍 Location & Situation of Geretsberg
Geretsberg is located in the district of Bezirk Braunau am Inn, federal state Oberösterreich auf rund 495 m above sea level and is considered around 1,187 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.
Geretsberg has approximately 1,187 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.
Geretsberg belongs to the federal state Oberösterreich, district Bezirk Braunau am Inn, postcode 5132. 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 Geretsberg (https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Geretsberg). 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 Geretsberg and the Surrounding Area
Geretsberg 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 Geretsberg, 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 Geretsberg 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 Geretsberg, 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 Geretsberg
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 Braunau am Inn.
The average marketing period in a municipality like Geretsberg 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 Geretsberg 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 Geretsberg
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 Geretsberg, 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 Geretsberg 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 Geretsberg, 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 Geretsberg
Release capital in Geretsberg — lifelong right of residence included.
Many owners in Geretsberg 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 Geretsberg 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.
Liquidity from business property in Geretsberg — Location remains.
For many businesses, capital is tied up in Geretsberg in their own property instead of in operational business. Sale & Lease-Back solves this: sale to an investor, simultaneously a long-term lease agreement that secures usage. Business operations, address, and workforce remain where they are.
A lot changes in the balance sheet — the property leaves the fixed assets, depreciation becomes rental expense. Whether this is advantageous for your company depends on the legal form, financing structure, and tax starting position; therefore, we calculate this together with your tax advisor before anything is signed.
Crucial for the achievable price are the lease agreement term, creditworthiness, and third-party usability (Drittverwendungsfähigkeit) of the property in Geretsberg. We structure these points so that the sales proceeds and the subsequent rental burden are in a reasonable relationship.
Inn, café or guesthouse in Geretsberg hand over to good hands.
Hospitality properties in Geretsberg are valued differently from residential properties: Key factors are turnover, contribution margin, seating capacity, kitchen technology, licences, and whether the business can function without the previous owner. We value based on the earnings approach and openly state which portions are attributable to the property, inventory, and goodwill.
Marketing is conducted discreetly. A publicly visible sales offer unsettles staff, regular customers, and suppliers in Geretsberg — therefore, we approach interested parties specifically and under a confidentiality agreement.
Whether selling, leasing, or handing over to a successor within the family: We structure the path that suits the situation of your business in Geretsberg , and accompany you until the notary or lease agreement appointment.
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 Geretsberg
Buyers and sellers in Geretsberg benefit from negotiation experience spanning over 30 years: Gerhard Hahn conducts discussions to close deals, not just to list properties. Personal appointments in Geretsberg are an integral part of every mandate for Gerhard Hahn — no remote diagnosis, no templates.
The best real estate agents in Geretsberg 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
Engel & Völkers Salzburg
Webersdorf 13, 5132 Geretsberg
Engel & Völkers Salzburg is active in Geretsberg and lists properties on ImmoScout24. Specialising in premium real estate in Upper Austria. Offers sales and brokerage of houses with mountain views.
EV Salzburg GmbH is listed on ImmoScout24 as an estate agent for properties in Geretsberg. Focused on residential properties in the Braunau am Inn region. Involved in local commission-free listings.
OM PropTech GmbH lists commission-free properties in Geretsberg on ImmoScout24. Specialising in the digital brokerage of residential properties in Upper Austria. Active in private sales in the region.
Raiffeisen Immobilien brokers greenfield land and other properties in 5132 Geretsberg via its platform. Managed by local experts in Braunau am Inn. Specialising in agricultural and residential properties in Upper Austria.
cubuzz GmbH offers apartments for rent in Geretsberg on Immowelt. Focused on rental properties in Braunau am Inn and the surrounding area. Active with terrace apartments in the 5132 postcode area.
REMAX lists over 20 properties in 5131/5132 Geretsberg for sale and rent. No. 1 for real estate in Austria with a focus on spacious residential houses. Regionally active around Braunau am Inn.
Are you looking for a real estate agent not directly in Geretsberg, but in the surrounding area? FREITAG® also serves the following municipalities in Upper Austria with local market knowledge, current purchase prices, and personal advice:
You can find the complete market overview with all municipalities in Upper Austria on the Overview page Upper Austria.
Comparable price range
Municipalities with a similar price level to Geretsberg
These locations are within a price band of ±10% around the current average house price per square metre of Geretsberg (Ø 2,587 €/m²) — ideal for an honest market comparison and alternative location assessments.
Geretsberg is located in a border region — many of our clients compare locations across countries. These municipalities in neighbouring countries offer similar location qualities and are often the closest alternative:
Plot layout, building fabric, maintenance backlog, and neighbourhood determine the price. We objectively assess these points and align the marketing accordingly.
Sell an apartment in Geretsberg
Whether rented or vacant: We assess which buyer group is realistic for your flat, and consistently align the exposé, price, and approach accordingly.
Sell a plot of land in Geretsberg
Developability, layout, development status, and land value guide are crucial. We provide a realistic valuation and specifically address suitable buyers and investors.
Sell a commercial property in Geretsberg
Third-party usability, remaining term of rental agreements, and tenant creditworthiness determine the price of your commercial property. We tailor the documents precisely to these factors.
Letting & Property Annuity
Letting property in Geretsberg
Let a flat in Geretsberg
Credit checks, self-disclosure forms, handover protocols, and a clear tenancy agreement — we handle the entire letting process, including viewings.
Letting a house in Geretsberg
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 Geretsberg
Sell and stay living in your home: We compare the four common models based on your situation and clearly state the disadvantages as well as the advantages.
Property Valuation in Geretsberg
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
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