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⌀ Value growth in Lichtenau im Mühlkreis: +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 Lichtenau im Mühlkreis.
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FREITAG® Immobilien in Lichtenau im Mühlkreis — for a successful sale of your property
Between the decision to sell and the notary appointment in Lichtenau im Mühlkreis, 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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Personally by Gerhard Hahn · FREITAG® Immobilien GmbH
Over 30 years of experience as a real estate specialist
When multiple heirs have to decide on a property in Lichtenau im Mühlkreis, 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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Over 15 years of experience in Bavaria & surrounding areas
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Real estate agent in Lichtenau im Mühlkreis with over 15 years of experience
Anyone looking for an experienced real estate agent in Lichtenau im Mühlkreis 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 Lichtenau im Mühlkreis, 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
The following figures show how purchase prices, rents, and land values have developed in Lichtenau im Mühlkreis. These are average values for the entire location — the location, year of construction, and condition of a specific property can deviate significantly from these.
Brief overview: Lichtenau im Mühlkreis is an interesting 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 its surroundings in a compelling way. This includes, among other things, infrastructure, residential location, transport links, local amenities, leisure value, and the general development of the Lichtenau im Mühlkreis location.
Real estate agents in Lichtenau im Mühlkreis with over 15 years of experience
Anyone looking for an experienced real estate agent in Lichtenau im Mühlkreis 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 Lichtenau im Mühlkreis, 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 Lichtenau im Mühlkreis: 2,587 €/m²
House prices in Lichtenau im Mühlkreis 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 Lichtenau im Mühlkreis: 2,772.5 €/m²
Apartments in Lichtenau im Mühlkreis 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 Lichtenau im Mühlkreis: 109.6 €/m²
The land value in Lichtenau im Mühlkreis 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 real estate market in Lichtenau im Mühlkreis 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 Lichtenau im Mühlkreis 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 jumps are likely behind us for the time being. For investors, Lichtenau im Mühlkreis is attractive primarily due to the combination of a manageable entry price, stable rents, and good lettability. Apartments in good condition and 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 property prices in Lichtenau im Mühlkreis points to a market with moderate growth, solid demand, and limited downside risk. Anyone observing the price per square metre in Lichtenau im Mühlkreis will recognise a phase of consolidation following the strong increases of previous years, without the location's attractiveness having noticeably diminished.
Data analysis: Price development & yield
Anyone wishing to soundly classify the market in Lichtenau im Mühlkreis within the Austrian market should take a look at the multi-year price development. For detached and terraced houses in Lichtenau im Mühlkreis, 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 medium-sized markets following the interest rate turnaround. Condominiums in Lichtenau im Mühlkreis started in 2016 at around 1,598 €/m² and are now at 2,772 €/m² (+73.5% over 8 years, Ø +7.1% p.a.). This makes them suitable as an entry point into home ownership or as an investment with a manageable ticket size. The standard land value (Bodenrichtwert) in Lichtenau im Mühlkreis 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 498 inhabitants, Lichtenau im Mühlkreis forms a comparatively tight market segment — 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 negotiating room. For owners in Lichtenau im Mühlkreis 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 micro-location, energy efficiency, and property condition. 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.
Lichtenau im Mühlkreis compared to Oberösterreich
Current market values in Lichtenau im Mühlkreis compared to the median of all municipalities in Oberösterreich.
Key figure
Lichtenau im Mühlkreis
Oberösterreich (Median)
Difference
Houses Ø
2,587 €/m²
2,587 €/m²
0 %
Flats Ø
2,773 €/m²
2,773 €/m²
0 %
Price development in Lichtenau im Mühlkreis — last 10 years
Annual average values for purchase prices (houses & flats) and rents in Lichtenau im Mühlkreis, 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 Lichtenau im Mühlkreis
Frequently asked questions about buying, selling, financing, and living in Lichtenau im Mühlkreis — concisely answered.
📍 Location & Situation of Lichtenau im Mühlkreis
Lichtenau im Mühlkreis is located in the district of Rohrbach, federal state Oberösterreich auf rund 553 m above sea level and is considered around 498 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.
Lichtenau im Mühlkreis has approximately 498 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.
Lichtenau im Mühlkreis belongs to the federal state Oberösterreich, district Rohrbach. 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 Lichtenau im Mühlkreis (https://de.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lichtenau_im_M%C3%BChlkreis). 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 Lichtenau im Mühlkreis and the Surrounding Area
Lichtenau im Mühlkreis 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 Lichtenau im Mühlkreis, 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 Lichtenau im Mühlkreis 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 Lichtenau im Mühlkreis, 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 Lichtenau im Mühlkreis
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 Rohrbach.
The average marketing period in a municipality like Lichtenau im Mühlkreis 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 Lichtenau im Mühlkreis 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 Lichtenau im Mühlkreis
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 Lichtenau im Mühlkreis, 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 Lichtenau im Mühlkreis 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 Lichtenau im Mühlkreis, 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 Lichtenau im Mühlkreis
Release capital in Lichtenau im Mühlkreis — lifelong right of residence included.
Many owners in Lichtenau im Mühlkreis 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 Lichtenau im Mühlkreis 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 commercial property and lease back: Sale & Lease-Back
Entrepreneurs in Lichtenau im Mühlkreis who wish to sell their commercial property and lease it back use Sale & Lease-Back: They sell office buildings, warehouses or practice premises to an investor, receive liquidity for growth or consolidation, and lease the property back long-term. The location in Lichtenau im Mühlkreis remains unchanged.
FREITAG® accompanies the entire process: value-based valuation, selection of qualified investors, contract drafting with clear lease-back conditions — including options for repurchase and flexible terms.
We check free of charge whether your commercial property in Lichtenau im Mühlkreis is suitable for a Sale & Lease-Back and obtain transparent offers — without obligation and without hidden costs.
Business succession in the hospitality industry: Properties in Lichtenau im Mühlkreis.
Whether a country inn, city café, hotel garni, or boarding house with an annex — for hospitality and accommodation properties in Lichtenau im Mühlkreis 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 Lichtenau im Mühlkreis 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 Lichtenau im Mühlkreis legally permissible under building law, we clarify before marketing.
Management · Your contact person for Lichtenau im Mühlkreis
Gerhard Hahn
Managing Director of FREITAG® Beteiligungsgesellschaft mbH
Gerhard Hahn has been appraising and brokering real estate in Bavaria and Southern Germany for more than three decades. His focus is on properties that are not publicly advertised, and on constellations where multiple owners need to find a common solution.
Why for Lichtenau im Mühlkreis
Especially in a smaller municipality like Lichtenau im Mühlkreis, discretion is crucial. For over 30 years, Gerhard Hahn has primarily marketed off-market — without signs, without portals, without unnecessary external exposure. Personal appointments in Lichtenau im Mühlkreis are an integral part of every mandate for Gerhard Hahn — no remote diagnosis, no templates.
The best real estate agents in Lichtenau im Mühlkreis 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
FREITAG® Immobilienbüro
Local estate agent actively operating in Aigen-Schlägl and the surrounding areas, including Lichtenau im Mühlkreis, Haslach an der Mühl, and Rohrbach-Berg. Specialising in the sale of houses, apartments, and plots of land in the 4160 region. Representing interests during sales with a focus on security and success.
Immobilien Huemer Liegenschaftsbewertungs- und Immobilienmakler GmbH
Landstraße 119/II, 4020 Linz
Competent real estate experts with over 30 years of experience in Upper Austria, specifically Linz and its surrounding areas. Offering valuation, brokerage, and sales of residential properties. Active as experts at the LG Linz for property valuation throughout Upper Austria.
Highly rated estate agent (5.0) in Linz, brokering and selling properties in Upper Austria. Active throughout the entire federal state, including the Rohrbach district for residential properties.
4
BOSS Immobilien GmbH
Hauptplatz 2, 4050 Traun
Estate agent in Traun with 'Best of Service & Safety' for real estate matters in Upper Austria. Providing high-quality service for the sale and brokerage of residential properties in the region.
5
Dr. Gerald Hagenstein
Schoberstraße 19, 5310 Mondsee
Independent estate agent in Mondsee, implementing real estate plans in Upper Austria. Active in Vöcklabruck and adjacent areas for the sale of residential properties.
6
Poetsch Immobilien GmbH
Braunauer Straße 11, 4950 Altheim
Local estate agent in Altheim near Braunau am Inn, brokering properties in Upper Austria. Suitable for transactions in the upper Mühlviertel near Rohrbach.
Real estate agent in the region
Also of interest near Lichtenau im Mühlkreis
Are you looking for a real estate agent not directly in Lichtenau im Mühlkreis, 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 Lichtenau im Mühlkreis
These locations are within a price band of ±10% around the current average house price per square metre of Lichtenau im Mühlkreis (Ø 2,587 €/m²) — ideal for an honest market comparison and alternative location assessments.
Lichtenau im Mühlkreis 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 Lichtenau im Mühlkreis
We consider the declaration of division (Teilungserklärung), service charge (Hausgeld), energy performance certificate, reserves, and target group — and structure the entire sales process for you.
Sell a plot of land in Lichtenau im Mühlkreis
A plot of land sells based on what can be built on it. We determine the realistic building rights and approach property developers and private buyers in parallel.
Sell a commercial property in Lichtenau im Mühlkreis
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 Lichtenau im Mühlkreis
Let a flat in Lichtenau im Mühlkreis
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 Lichtenau im Mühlkreis
From defining the ancillary costs arrangement to the handover: We structure the letting of your house in such a way that no disputes arise later.
Property Annuity (Immobilienverrentung) in Lichtenau im Mühlkreis
We calculate how much a registered right of residence (Wohnrecht) reduces the purchase price — and whether property annuity (Immobilienverrentung) is worthwhile for you compared to a traditional sale.
Property Valuation in Lichtenau im Mühlkreis
Understandable valuation as a basis for sale or letting — carried out by certified experts with regional market knowledge.
Personal Consultation
Would you like to sell or let your property in Lichtenau im Mühlkreis?
Contact us — we will advise you without obligation on valuation, marketing, and next steps.