How much will housing cost in Ukraine in 2025: how the market has changed and where it is more profitable to buy an apartment

The real estate market in Ukraine is undergoing another transformation: some cities are rapidly becoming more expensive, while others are becoming more affordable. Demand is growing in safe regions, while square metres near the front line can be purchased at record low prices. Learn more about where it will be most profitable to buy housing in 2025 and what trends are determining the price map of Ukraine

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Despite challenging times, the real estate market in Ukraine continues to thrive — changing, adapting, and responding to the security situation. According to TSN, housing prices in 2025 show opposite trends: apartments in western regions are becoming more expensive, while those in frontline regions remain at a minimum level.

Where is it most expensive to buy square metres now, and where can you still find ‘budget’ options? We'll tell you more in this article.

Kyiv: stable demand despite the war

The capital remains the undisputed leader in terms of prices. Even despite the migration of businesses and part of the population, the secondary market in Kyiv remains strong. Apartments near the centre or in areas with new residential complexes remain an investment target, while older housing stock is becoming slightly cheaper.

The average price per square metre in the capital ranges from $1,500 to $1,600, and in the Pecherskyi district it reaches over $2,400. New buildings offer a slightly lower price — around $1,300 per square metre — but when renovation costs are taken into account, the final price often exceeds that of the secondary market.

Lviv: demand exceeds supply

Lviv has established itself as the main centre for the influx of internal migrants and entrepreneurs. As a result, the housing market here is extremely active. The cost per square metre in Lviv ranges from $1,350 to $1,500, and prices for one-bedroom apartments are already close to those in Kyiv.

The most popular areas are Frankivskyi and Sykhivskyi, where new residential complexes are being actively built. Experts predict that demand in Lviv will continue, as the city is perceived as a safe location for living and investing.

Uzhhorod and other western cities: investment growth

After 2022, prices in Uzhhorod, Chernivtsi, and Rivne rose by 20–30%. Many Ukrainians consider these regions to be a safe haven with a European standard of living.

A square metre in these cities costs between $1,100 and $1,400, which was previously only typical for large regional centres. Demand is fuelled by both displaced persons and investors who buy apartments to rent out.

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East and South: the market is holding at minimum prices

In regions close to the fighting, property prices have remained at their lowest in recent years.

Kherson, Zaporizhia, Mykolaiv, and Sumy are cities where you can still find flats for between $14,000 and $25,000.

In Kherson, a square metre costs about $400, in Zaporizhia — up to $500, and in Sumy — up to $600.

Demand is limited, but some buyers are currently considering these cities as a long-term investment ‘for recovery.’

Centre and North: a reasonable balance of price and comfort

Zhytomyr, Vinnytsia, Poltava, and Cherkasy remain a compromise for those who want to live in a quiet region with reasonable prices.

Here, the average cost of a one-room apartment ranges from $40,000 to $50,000, and a three-room apartment costs around $60,000–70,000.

The market is not overheated, which is why experts consider these areas to be promising for buying housing in 2025.

Forecasts for the coming year

Analysts expect prices in large cities in the west and Kyiv to grow by 5–10% annually, while in the frontline regions they will remain stable.

The main factors remain the security situation, purchasing power, and currency fluctuations. At the same time, more and more transactions are taking place with partial payment in hryvnia — a trend that was previously atypical for the market.

Protecting your home is no less important than buying it

If you already own an apartment or are planning to invest, take care of its protection.

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This is a reliable way to preserve the value of your property in any circumstances.

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Reminder! Redesigning an apartment seems like an easy way to make your home more comfortable, but unauthorised changes can lead to serious problems. Owners risk not only fines but also additional costs to restore the property to its previous condition. Read about prohibited types of redesign, possible fines and ways to protect your apartment here.

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