Romanian real estate markets show regional divergence

The Romanian real estate market shows distinct regional characteristics and investment profiles across Sibiu, Botoșani, and Brașov.

In Sibiu, the market is driven by economic development in the automotive and IT sectors, leading to high demand and prices exceeding 2,000 euro per square meter for new homes. The supply is characterized by modern residential expansions in areas like Șelimbăr and Cisnădie. In contrast, Botoșani maintains a more stable market driven by local demand, with more affordable prices ranging between 70,000 and 85,000 euro for central apartments, primarily consisting of older housing stock.

Brașov presents a dynamic market fueled by tourism and urban development. As of July 2026, the average requested price for apartments was 2,318 euro per square meter, with new builds averaging 2,745 euro per square meter. Investors in Brașov can expect an average gross residential rental yield of approximately 5.15%, with two-bedroom apartments yielding around 5.07%.