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Predictions for Split Property Market 2026

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 13:33:52 GMT

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Split, Croatia Property Market Predictions: What to Expect in 2026

As Split enters 2026 , the city’s property market is transitioning from rapid growth into a more measured and mature phase. After several years of strong price increases and a noticeable cooling in transaction volumes during 2025, the year ahead is expected to be defined by stability, selective growth, and value-driven decision-making .

Here’s what buyers, sellers, and investors can realistically expect from the Split property market in 2026.

Price Growth Is Expected to Continue — But More Gradually

Property prices in Split are widely expected to continue rising in 2026, though at a slower and more sustainable pace than in previous years. After reaching historic highs in 2025, the market is no longer driven by rapid appreciation, but rather by underlying fundamentals such as limited supply and steady demand.

Most forecasts point to price growth of around 4–7% in Split during 2026 , slightly outperforming the Croatian national average due to the city’s strong coastal appeal and tourism-driven demand. Prime locations — particularly waterfront properties, the historic centre, and high-quality new developments — are expected to remain the most resilient.

Rather than across-the-board increases, price growth in 2026 is likely to be uneven , favouring well-located, modern, and energy-efficient properties.

Sales Activity Is Likely to Remain Subdued

While prices are expected to rise modestly, transaction volumes are likely to remain relatively low in 2026. Affordability challenges, higher entry costs, and cautious buyer sentiment mean that fewer buyers are able — or willing — to transact at current price levels.

This does not signal a market downturn, but rather a cooling and rebalancing phase . Properties may take longer to sell, and pricing strategies will become increasingly important. Sellers who are realistic about value are likely to perform better than those relying on continued rapid appreciation.

For buyers, this environment may offer slightly more room for negotiation , particularly outside prime neighbourhoods.

Limited Supply Will Continue to Support Prices

One of the defining features of Split’s property market — and a key reason prices are expected to hold — is the structural shortage of supply . The city’s geography, planning constraints, and lack of available land continue to restrict large-scale development.

New residential projects in 2026 are expected to remain relatively limited and focused on smaller, higher-end developments . Rising land and labour costs also mean that new builds are unlikely to bring lower-priced options to the market.

As a result, supply constraints will continue to underpin property values, even as demand becomes more selective.

Tourism and Rental Demand Will Remain Central

Tourism is expected to remain a cornerstone of Split’s real estate market in 2026. Demand for short-term rental properties is likely to stay strong, particularly in central and coastal areas, supported by Split’s status as a major Adriatic destination.

At the same time, the long-term rental market is expected to remain tight. Limited housing availability, combined with growing demand from locals, digital nomads, and seasonal workers, suggests continued upward pressure on rents.

For investors, this points to stable rental yields , particularly for properties that can adapt to both short- and long-term rental strategies.

Suburban and Surrounding Areas May Gain Momentum

As prices within Split remain high, surrounding areas such as Solin, Kaštela, and other nearby towns are expected to attract increased interest in 2026. These locations offer relatively better value while maintaining good transport links and access to the city.

This trend reflects a broader shift toward affordability and lifestyle balance , and it is likely to continue as buyers look beyond the city centre for space and value.

Key Risks to Watch in 2026

While the outlook for 2026 is generally stable, several factors could influence market performance:

Affordability pressures for domestic buyers
Potential regulatory or tax changes , particularly affecting short-term rentals
Broader European economic conditions , which could affect foreign buyer demand

These factors are more likely to moderate growth rather than trigger any significant price correction.

Conclusion

Overall, 2026 is shaping up to be a year of consolidation for the Split property market . Prices are expected to rise modestly, supply constraints will continue to support values, and demand will remain strongest for high-quality, well-located properties.

For buyers, 2026 may offer a more balanced environment with greater emphasis on value and long-term fundamentals. For investors, Split remains attractive — not for quick gains, but for steady growth, rental income, and long-term resilience .

A Review of Property Market Trends 2025

Sat, 24 Jan 2026 21:46:17 GMT

A look into the 2025 market to understand what trends could carry on to 2026

Split, Croatia Property Market Trends: A Review of 2025

As one of the Adriatic’s most sought-after destinations, Split, Croatia remained a standout real estate market throughout 2025 . Driven by tourism, limited supply, and sustained investor interest, property prices continued to rise — although the pace of growth began to moderate compared with previous years.

Looking back at 2025, here’s how the market performed and what trends emerged.

Property Prices Continued to Rise in 2025

Throughout 2025, residential property prices in Split reached new record levels . Average asking prices climbed to approximately €5,400 per square metre , placing Split among the most expensive cities in Croatia for residential real estate.

Prime coastal and central neighbourhoods — particularly in the southern and western parts of the city — frequently exceeded €5,500–€5,700 per square metre , while less central areas remained comparatively more affordable. Despite these variations, price growth was evident across most parts of the city.

Compared with 2024, prices in 2025 rose by an estimated 10–15% . However, unlike the sharp surges seen in earlier years, growth during 2025 showed signs of slowing and stabilising , signalling a more mature phase of the market.

Transaction Volumes Declined Despite Higher Prices

One of the defining characteristics of the Split property market in 2025 was the divergence between prices and sales activity. While asking prices remained high, transaction volumes declined , particularly across coastal areas in Split-Dalmatia County.

Higher property prices, tighter borrowing conditions, and increased living costs contributed to more cautious buyer behaviour. Many prospective buyers delayed purchases or sought better value in surrounding areas, resulting in longer listing periods and fewer completed sales, even as sellers largely held firm on pricing.

Tourism Remained a Key Demand Driver

Tourism continued to underpin demand throughout 2025. Split’s position as a major Adriatic destination sustained strong interest in short-term rental properties , especially apartments located near the historic centre and coastline.

Investor demand remained present, although some foreign buyers became more selective due to rising entry costs. Domestic buyers, meanwhile, faced increasing challenges competing with investment-driven demand, particularly in prime locations.

Limited Supply Continued to Support Prices

Structural supply constraints remained a critical factor in 2025. Split’s geography and limited development land restricted large-scale expansion, especially within established neighbourhoods.

New residential projects tended to focus on smaller, higher-end developments , which helped maintain price levels but did little to improve affordability for local buyers. As a result, supply shortages continued to place upward pressure on values.

Key Trends That Emerged in 2025

Several important trends became more pronounced during 2025:

Growing demand for energy-efficient and sustainable homes
Increased interest in modernised or fully renovated properties
Rising appeal of nearby towns such as Solin and Kaštela , offering relatively better value while remaining well connected to Split

These trends reflected a shift toward value-conscious and lifestyle-oriented purchasing decisions.

Market Outlook After 2025

By the end of 2025, analysts generally expected price growth to continue, but at a more moderate and sustainable pace , typically projected at 3–6% annually . Prime coastal locations were widely seen as most resilient, while secondary and suburban areas were expected to benefit from affordability-driven demand.

Potential regulatory changes related to property taxation and short-term rentals were also identified as factors that could influence market dynamics in subsequent years.

Conclusion

In retrospect, 2025 marked a year of consolidation for the Split property market . Prices reached historic highs, demand remained solid, and supply constraints persisted — but buyer behaviour became more cautious and selective.

For investors, Split continued to offer long-term appeal, particularly for rental-oriented properties in prime locations. For owner-occupiers, suburban areas increasingly emerged as practical alternatives. Overall, Split exited 2025 as one of Croatia’s strongest and most resilient real estate markets.

Brief Overview - Development Application Process

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 10:21:19 GMT

Have you been wondering what to do with your vacant land?

Whether you've inherited land from a family member in Croatia or purchased the land - here is a brief breakdown on the development application process. This process is quite important as there is a few different permits you can apply for and this helps during the sale of the land / development of the land.

Submitting a development application in Croatia generally involves a few key steps and navigating the country’s planning and construction regulations. The process may vary slightly depending on the type and scale of the development (e.g., residential, commercial, tourism), and which municipality or city you're applying in (e.g., Zagreb, Split, Dubrovnik). Here's a general overview:

1. Determine Zoning and Land Use

Check the spatial plan (Prostorni plan) of the local municipality.
Make sure your development idea is in line with the General Urban Plan (GUP) or Detailed Urban Plan (DPU) .

2. Prepare a Conceptual Design

Hire a licensed builder, architect or engineer in Croatia.
They’ll prepare:
Conceptual project (idejni projekt)
Technical documentation in accordance with the Croatian Construction Act (Zakon o gradnji)

3. Request a Location Information Certificate (Lokacijska informacija)

This document confirms zoning rules, permitted land use, and planning conditions.
Issued by the local planning authority

4. Submit for a Location Permit (Lokacijska dozvola) (if required)

Usually required for infrastructure projects or larger developments.
Includes documentation like:
Proof of ownership or land lease
Conceptual design
Environmental impact screening (if applicable)
Application is submitted to the local administrative office for construction and planning (Upravni odjel za graditeljstvo i prostorno uređenje).

5. Obtain a Building Permit (Građevinska dozvola)

Most important permit for construction.
Requires:
Main design project (Glavni projekt)
Proof of legal land ownership
Consent from utility companies
Payment of communal and water contributions (komunalni i vodni doprinosi)
Apply through the state e-Građani portal or directly with the competent office.

Typically if you are preparing to sell land, it is best to have a location permit in place or main project approval as this shows potential buyers that the land is ready for development and there isn't any issues with building on the land. The will make your land more favourable to potential buyers and speed up the sales process. This process can take anywhere from 6 months - 2 years (depending on the permit, local authorities, size of development etc).

At Croatia Property Advisor, we can help you through the complete development application process with our certified architects and engineers. We are able to tailor our services to get you ready to sell your land or build your dream home! Feel free to contact us below to start your process!

2025 property law changes

Sat, 19 Oct 2024 10:18:55 GMT

Have you heard about the changes going through parliament?

It's about to get a little bit harder to rent out your property for tourism purposes, particularly if you plan of registering a new property. In 2025, the law for registering apartments for tourism purposes will be changed in the following ways:

The new law will require that 80% of the property owners in your apartment block will be required to provide approval for your apartment to be listed as a short-term rental. This only counts for new property being registered in the market.
Property tax will now be applied on a m2 rate as confirmed by each local government. It's suggested that a fee between 0.60 euros to 8 euros per m2 will be applied to each property. There are some exemptions to this rule as follows; a property is exempt if someone lives in the property for more than 10 months of the year (either owner or tenant. Properties are also exempt if they are used for commercial activities or if the property is uninhabitable.

The main reason for implementing the 2 new laws is to address Croatia's current housing issue as around 40% of the current housing available is used for short term rentals, instead of long term rentals which in turn is reduce the availability of long-term rentals for locals and hiking up the price which is pushing the locals to move out from the bigger cities.

If you have a property in Dalmatia, that is currently sitting vacant or awaiting a renovation before catergorising of the apartment for tourism purpose, please feel free to contact Croatia Property Advisor. We would be happy to explain to you what needs to be completed in your apartment for tourism purposes and we can help with the registration to make sure you don't get caught up with the new year law.

We can also assist in finding long-term tenants if this is more desirable than renting out for short term. Any requests you have, we will be happy to assist in!

Tourism Property Management

Wed, 03 Jan 2024 09:10:44 GMT

How can CPA help you enjoy more of your summer!

At Croatia Property Advisor, we provide tourism property management services which allows you to enjoy more of your summer and avoid the hassles of checking in guests, cleaning and so much more. We provide the following services:

Registration of tourism property with the tourism board
Registration of property on Booking.com and/or Airbnb.com
Registration of property with E-Visitor
Management of property on booking platforms and E-Visitor
All correspondance with guests from booking to final review
Arranging cleaning and restock of apartment including cleaning of linen and towels
Professional photographer for photos for booking platforms. Photographer will assist in staging the apartment to allow for high quality professional photos for your booking platform.

We cater our packages to each client meaning if you need only part of the services listed above we are able to adjust accordingly. If you are interested in the above and would like to receive an offer fron CPA to manage your property, feel free to get in contact via the below form or email info@croatiapropertyadvisor.com

Purchasing a property on an Island

Wed, 06 Sep 2023 10:03:05 GMT

Have you ever thought about buying a property on an island and renovating it?

Purchasing a property on an island in Croatia sounds like a dream right? Well there are a few different ways you can find real estate on an island and a few things you should consider before purchasing.

Firstly, the best way to find a property on an island is always word of mouth. You need to go to the island you are considering purchasing a property on and walk around the town, speak to the locals and get familiar with the area. Croatia is not as digital as one would expect, therefore you can’t always find every property that is for sale online.

Another way to find a property on an island is to directly get in contact with an agency. Most agencies in Split have advertisement for properties on the surrounding islands near Split. These islands typically include but are not limited to; Hvar, Brač, Vis, Čiovo and Šolta.

Before you purchase a property on an island, you should consider these couple of items:

Have you inspected the property in person? Make sure you have seen the property in person, or someone has done an inspection for you to make sure this property is in the condition as advised and in a position that is lines up with its function. An example being; If you are purchasing a property you intend to rent out, you want to make sure it isn’t next to a night club or loud bar which isn’t listed on the maps or in the description (sometimes these facilities are bordered up in winter, therefore you won’t know unless you thoroughly check.)
Does the property need renovations? This is important to consider as most of the construction workers aren’t based on the islands, therefore you will need to pay someone to travel / stay on the island during the works. A big thing to note that we are experiencing in the current market is workers looking for large scale jobs, over small renovations – therefore it’s good to know your options on this matter before proceeding with the sale. Renovating a property on an island is achievable through thorough planning and sufficient understanding of the timescales that are achievable.
Are you looking to rent out the property during the summer months? Managing a property on an Island can be hard if you are not based there. Finding a cleaner on the island’s can also be limited.

If you require assistance in finding a property on an island, someone to do an inspection of the property for you or looking at the options of renovating and rental management of your property on the island; feel free to contact Croatia Property Advisor for our extensive range of services.

Studio Insight

Thu, 17 Aug 2023 09:04:12 GMT

A brief look into this bright and modern studio as designed, renovated and styled by CPA

The client came to us with a small space consisting of 2 small rooms each with a full height double glazed door which led to a joint balcony and a bathroom. The client advised she wanted to use this space as a tourist rental as it was situated near the beach and she believed the view and light space would make for a successful tourist investment. With that in mind, we decided to reconfigure the space by removing the wall between the 2 rooms to allow more light in from both doors and provide more space in the room to move and furnish the room. This allow us to be able to add a small walk in wardrobe for storage and a partially equipped kitchen.

For the space to modern and stylish, we focused on a few key design points:

A neutral palette to showcase the quality of the light and space in the room.
Timber panelling on the main wall to create a more interesting space instead of just a white wall. The artwork was also sourced locally to showcase Croatian artwork.
Black hardware for a modern finish to the hardware.
A splash of green throughout (splashback, towels, plants, bedding) to compliment the neutral palette of the room.
The use of small wall tiles in the bathroom to create a modern and stylish space and the walk in shower to attribute to these design requirements.

Functionality is always a priority when designing an apartment. If the functionality of the apartment is set up from the get go, there won't be a requirement to revisit the renovation in a years time. We were required to utilize the space we had for the studio, providing maximum functionality within a minimal design apartment. This included:

The washing machine in the bathroom neatly tucked underneath the basin. This allows the option for longer tourist stays as they aren't required to venture out to clean there clothing
Built in wardrobe to provide ample storage
Storage cupboard outside the apartment in the hallway, to allow for less clutter inside the apartment
Equip kitchen over a kitchenette, again to allow for longer tourist stays as there is an oppurtunity to cook at home instead of always eating out

If you are considering renovating an apartment and don't know where to start - whether that be in the design phase or building phase. Feel free to contact Croatia Property Advisor as we would be interested in assisting you in any phases of your project

When is the best time to buy in Split?

Wed, 26 Jul 2023 07:37:33 GMT

Does buying at a certain time of the year make a difference?

Croatia is currently hot property - especially along the coastline where everyone would like an apartment close to the beach or a property for tourism purposes to earn some extra income. Prices are rising and properties are being snatched up quickly - but is there a certain time of the year to look at buying property?

The answer is yes, the best time to look at buying property along the Dalmatia coast is specifically just after the summer season. Tourism has started to slow down therefore property owners who invested in tourism rentals have a better understanding of their earnings and whether their property was profitable enough to valid keeping the property for tourism in the next year or selling the property for a profit.

Another reason for owners to sell their property is the level of management and time they have provided over the summer and if that’s something they want to do for another year. Owners aren't always happy with the time they need to allocate to respond to tourism bookings (like Airbnb, booking.com etc), organising cleaning and check in.

Due to successful tourism in Split and Croatia last year, this promoted more properties to be converted into short term rentals with over an additional 1,000 short term rentals being added to the market in 2023 in Split. The increase in available tourism rentals has created in increase in unoccupied tourism properties which will either lead to owners seeking long term tenants or selling up! This increase in unoccupied properties has also been fuelled by the increase of prices throughout all tourism sectors in Croatia e.g., cost to dine out, for tours, general groceries etc. I personally believe the cost-of-living crisis we are currently experiencing is another reason properties are unoccupied in Split, as tourists are holding onto their pennies and looking at accommodation outside the city centre as to save money.

Further to the above, another key reason the properties have been unoccupied is due to mispricing of properties by owners - so don't let this deter you if you are considering in investing in Split! If you are considering buying in Split and don't know where to start, feel free to contact Croatia Property Advisor as we will be happy to help!

Reciprocity and Consent of Property Purchase

Wed, 22 Mar 2023 06:03:56 GMT

Does your country has reciprocity with Croatia?

Croatia has established reciprocity in the acquisition of ownership rights in real estate between various countries other than the EU, Republic of Iceland, Principality of Liechtenstein, Kingdom of Norway or Swiss Confederation. The countries listed above have the same rights as a Croatian Citizen when purchasing property in Croatia.

The Reciprocity Agreement between various other countries is listed in the following link: https://mpu.gov.hr/information-on-reciprocity-in-the-acquisition-of-ownership-rights-in-real-estate-between-the-republic-of-croatia-and-countries-other-than-eu-member-states-republic-of-iceland-principality-of-liechtenstein-kingdom-of-norway-or-swiss-confederation-25361/25361

If your country has reciprocity with Croatia or you meet the requirements outlined, you will be required to fill in an application and send the relevant documentation to the Ministry of Justice and Administration of the Republic of Croatia for approval. The following documentation is requiredei

Legal basis of the acquisition of the ownership - real estate purchase agreement
Copy of land registry as proof of ownership
Proof of citizenship (certified copy)
Proof of power of attorney if you are being represented

Depending on the complexity of the submission, size / value of the property and thoroughness of the documentation, the approval process can take anywhere from 60 days to many months. This needs to be taken into consideration when looking for a property as depending on the current market, if the demand is high and supply is low, the seller could reject your offer based on unwillingness to wait.

If the seller agrees to proceed with the process and your application is rejected, unless stated otherwise you will lose the deposit which is a detail not to be overlooked in the process. Many sellers will not agree for a clause to be included to allow you to receive your deposit back if the application is rejected - but this is just something to keep in mind during the negotiations. If you are considering buying and need assistance with the application process, please feel free to contact Croatia Property Advisor as we have an extensive knowledge of the process from start to end!

Things to consider before purchasing a property that needs renovations

Tue, 14 Mar 2023 08:16:13 GMT

Are you ready for a renovation?

Buying an old property and renovating it to your own style and taste can always be a great experience and opportunity to showcase your own personal design. There are many things to consider when renovations are required.

Firstly, if you are renting or moving into the property you need to consider if you have enough time to complete the required renovations. If you need to move in right away or if summer is only a month away, a not renovated property won't be ideal. There are key items that are on long lead times in dalmatia due to supply and demand like carpenters, kitchens, tilers and builders in general.

Carpenters are hard to come by and most have secured all there jobs that need to be completed for summer by the end of the previous year. Most large kitchen companies will give you a 3 - 4 month lead time estimate. The long lead time also applies to bespoke windows and glass doors. If you are able to put in a modular kitchen from Ikea, Lessnina, Prima etc this could be an easy solution - provided you are able to do a bit of handy work, arrange a basic layout and put together some flat packs!

Major renovations like changing plumbing / electrical works or retiling bathrooms need to be thought out and well organised. Finding trades to complete these works can be tiresome but also rewarding as when you manage to find one local to complete the works for a reasonable price they will know other trades that they can recommend to you.

A local tradesman can also provide insight on where to buy the most affordable material for your renovations if you are new in Croatia and not sure where to start. They always have a store to recommend for any query you have!

Another thing to consider is if you will be in Croatia during the renovations or if you will be abroad managing the renovations. It is highly recommend that you are at your renovation daily making sure the tradesman are doing as requested. Tradesman normally take on a few jobs at a time, and spend a day at one and a day at another typically. Therefore, by being present during the process this can cut down the time it takes for the works to be completed.

If you are considering building an extension of your property, a look into the requirements for filing for an extension should be considered as this process is timely and costly. Extensions should only be considered if it is certain you meet all the requirements, the application will be approved and the extension will add significant value to the property. I will cover the extension process in another blog!

At Croatia Property Advisor, we have created a curated team to complete renovations from the design to end product. We are able to provide a bespoke service based on your requirements. If you are considering a renovation or would like some advice before purchasing an unrenovated property, feel free to contact us on the below form!

Where to buy in Croatia

Sat, 04 Mar 2023 12:15:18 GMT

The sea or the City?

There are many things to consider when deciding which city to live in in Croatia. The key items to consider being lifestyle, work and property availability/ price.

Firstly, you need to decide what attracted you to Croatia, was it the beautiful sea, the historic builders, the European culture or the pomalo (slow) living. Zagreb is the capital of Croatia and definitely the European hub of Croatia. It has the vibes of a busy but stylish city, where everyone is in a rush to get somewhere but sometimes people thrive and enjoy the excitement of always having somewhere to be. Cities like Dubrovnik, Split and Rijeka are a lot more relaxed and pomalo, which can make you feel like days are sometimes on repeat, from sitting with your friends having coffee daily or simple strolls through the town.

A big factor that will need to be considered when moving to Croatia is whether you are a digital nomad or looking for work in Croatia. The average monthly wage in Croatia is estimated at 1,150 euros but is significantly lower along the coastal towns as the work is seasonal. It is normal for employees to work during the summer in a tourism or hospitality role starting from around April/May and ending in September/October. You can still find regular jobs in these cities but they are far and few and lower salaries compared to Zagreb.

In Zagreb there are more opportunities in a regular corporate role as most businesses have set up their head offices in this location. In the last few years, Zagreb has become more affordable to live in compared to Split and Dubrovnik as more of the apartments and houses along the coast are being used as tourism lets, therefore it's hard to find a long term rental. Deciding whether you want to buy or rent in Croatia is another factor to consider when moving as the prices and availability of properties vary between each city.

My personal recommendation would be to try out Croatia for atleast 6 months by hopping between cities and getting a feel for where you think you would want to live, buy or rent. If you would like a better understanding on which city suits you and help finding the right property to buy or rent, feel free to complete the below form and we will get back to you!

How to find a property for sale in Croatia

Fri, 24 Feb 2023 09:00:12 GMT

Where to start on your property search in Croatia?

There are many ways to find a property for sale in Croatia, whether its finding it online, through an agent or simply by speaking to a local. It all seems straight forward and logical but unfortunately it isn't that easy.

Njuskalo.hr is a website like facebook market place or gumtree where you can upload anything and everything that is for sale and rent. There are many properties on Njuskalo which is a good starting point for anyone who is looking. When I started searching for my first apartment, I sent out enquires to about 200 ads and in total receive about 6 responses. From those 6 responses, 2 were useful and the others sent me further pictures of the properties and it became quite clear that the ad didn't show the true state of the apartment that was for sale. Njuskalo is still a good tool to use when searching for a property, but it is good to do some further research on pricing of apartments in the area you're looking to buy and what to expect.

Another tool for finding a property in Croatia is going straight to various real estate agents and contacting them directly through ads on there website or via phone. I found this one of the more useful tools to use, as once I was connected to an agent it was easier to advise them what I was looking for and to receive ads directly from them that suited my preferences. I would recommend doing your research and searching who are the top real estates companies in your area and going directly to them/their website.

Knowing someone or hearing about a property through 'word of mouth' is always the cheapest and easiest way to find a property to purchase. Most people in Croatia don't want the hassle of dealing with an agent when selling their property and would rather a quick sale, it is normal for them to advise others they know that they are selling a property and to let anyone looking for a property know. This is easy enough if you are a local or have integrated into the local community, but if you are new to Croatia or looking for properties before you arrive in Croatia, this is not an option.

If you need assistance in finding and purchasing a property, please fill out the form below as we would be happy to assist!

Who can buy in Croatia

Fri, 17 Feb 2023 08:30:52 GMT

Let's dig into the options of buying as a foreigner

Did you visit Croatia one summer and fall inlove with the coastline? or do you have distant relatives from Croatia which have made you decide to call this beautiful country your home?

For the many reasons that bought you to Croatia, there is as many reasons to buy a property in Croatia. Whether that be an investment property, a home to live in or a holiday house - Croatia provides many different avenues for purchasing a property as a foreigner.

Your country will have a reciprocity agreement with Croatia if you are a non-EU/EEA national. If you meet the requirements in the reciprocity agreement you will be required to seek consent from the Ministry of Foreinger Affairs before the sale is finalised which can sometimes take between 2 - 6 months. Depending on the current market the seller might not be willing to wait this duration. There is an alternate option of purchasing through a company but this can be costly due to the upfront and ongoing costs required.

As an EU/EEA national, you can freely purchase residental property without obtaining consent from the Ministry of Justice but keep in mind, if you are planning on renting out the property you can only do so through a company.

If you plan on buying in Croatia, you should do all your homework upfront and make sure all requirements for buying in Croatia have been checked as not to be put out by any missing details. If you would like to get a better understanding of your possibilities of purchasing in Croatia, fill in the form below or on the contact us page and we will get back to you!

CPA Blog Corner

Predictions for Split Property Market 2026

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Split, Croatia Property Market Predictions: What to Expect in 2026

Price Growth Is Expected to Continue — But More Gradually

Sales Activity Is Likely to Remain Subdued

Limited Supply Will Continue to Support Prices

Tourism and Rental Demand Will Remain Central

Suburban and Surrounding Areas May Gain Momentum

Key Risks to Watch in 2026

Conclusion

A Review of Property Market Trends 2025

A look into the 2025 market to understand what trends could carry on to 2026

Split, Croatia Property Market Trends: A Review of 2025

Property Prices Continued to Rise in 2025

Transaction Volumes Declined Despite Higher Prices

Tourism Remained a Key Demand Driver

Limited Supply Continued to Support Prices

Key Trends That Emerged in 2025

Market Outlook After 2025

Conclusion

Brief Overview - Development Application Process

Have you been wondering what to do with your vacant land?

1. Determine Zoning and Land Use

2. Prepare a Conceptual Design

3. Request a Location Information Certificate (Lokacijska informacija)

2025 property law changes

Have you heard about the changes going through parliament?

Tourism Property Management

How can CPA help you enjoy more of your summer!

Purchasing a property on an Island

Have you ever thought about buying a property on an island and renovating it?

Studio Insight

A brief look into this bright and modern studio as designed, renovated and styled by CPA

When is the best time to buy in Split?

Does buying at a certain time of the year make a difference?

Reciprocity and Consent of Property Purchase

Does your country has reciprocity with Croatia? ﻿

Things to consider before purchasing a property that needs renovations

Are you ready for a renovation?

Where to buy in Croatia

The sea or the City?

How to find a property for sale in Croatia

Where to start on your property search in Croatia?

Who can buy in Croatia

Let's dig into the options of buying as a foreigner

Does your country has reciprocity with Croatia?