Apartments for sale Bucharest

House Hunters Romania offers for sale in Bucharest a varied range of apartments in new buildings, in old buildings or in villas, in all residential areas. If you want to buy an apartment or a property in Bucharest, please contact us by phone at +4 0744 868 377 (+4 074HUNTERS).

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See below what our customers say about us:

Jeff Strogman (Finland): I can only recommend the agency House Hunters Bucharest. With their help I found the most beautiful property for me and my family; we have been living in Bucharest for almost 4 years and have called this agency many times. Thank you very much!

Vali Patac (USA): Although we collaborated with the agency from a great distance, it helped us to sell the property that we wanted to sell for a long time. Everything went online, simple, fast and safe. Thank you in this way and I warmly recommend House Hunters services.

Andy McCollins (Ireland): We turned to the House Hunters real estate agency to find us homes and space for the company's offices. They moved excellently and in a very short time we had what we wanted. I am glad to see that there are professional agencies in Romania as well. Thank you and we wish you all the best!

Tina S. Cooper (UK): I sold a house and then bought 2 apartments with the House Hunters agency from Bucharest. The experience was a special one, it can be seen that there are agents with experience gained in other countries. Excellent services, professionalism and honesty. The house I sold was an inheritance, a mini mansion in the center of Bucharest with little potential for sale. But the agency managed to sell the house in less than 2 months. I recommend!

Daniel Bold (Germany): I needed a long-term investment in Romania, so I turned to the House Hunters agency following the reviews. I bought a villa in Dorobanti with a return of over 8% per year. Everything went smoothly, professionally and quickly. Thank you and I recommend their services to everyone!

Elena Dinu (Romania): I sold 2 houses with the help of the agency, one in Bucharest and the other in Brasov. Everything while I was on duty in Sweden. They showed a lot of professionalism, total involvement and exceptional communication. They provided me with notaries, 2 experts (something modified on the interior walls), auditors, evaluators. They really know what they are doing! Thank you once again and I strongly recommend the House Hunters agency!

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Here are some Q&A resources to help you when selling or buying an apartment:

How can I sell an apartment in Bucharest?

The first step in the process of selling an apartment is this: once you have decided to sell, call the agency and ask for an agent to view and evaluate the apartment. (Although the agent can appraise your apartment based on experience, you can request an appraisal from a certified real estate appraiser). After this step comes the setting of the price for the apartment, the agency commission, the signing of the representation contract and the listing agreement.

Who sets the sale price of the apartment?

The selling price of an apartment is set by the seller himself. However, it is recommended that you consult with an experienced agent who can help you determine this price. Because if the price is too low then you will be damaged and if it is too high it is possible to sell the apartment very hard or not at all.

How long can an apartment be sold?

The time to sell an apartment - and any type of property for that matter - depends primarily on its price. A fair price can cause the apartment to sell in 3 days while a high price can cause the sale to happen in 6 months or maybe never.

Is selling through the estate agency mandatory?

Not. It is not mandatory (in Romania), but it is recommended. The real estate agency can play a decisive role in this process because they can help you sell in a timely manner and at the right price.

What commission is applied to the sale by the real estate agency?

The commission varies from one agency to another. The "standard" of 3% is practiced less and less. Today the commission level can be 1.5% or 6% under certain conditions. Check with your agency.

I modified the apartment without permission. Can I sell it like this?

If no changes have been made to the structural walls, then the apartment can be sold as such, even to buyers with bank credit. However, it is recommended to make changes only based on a project and a building permit.

Is the sale price of an apartment calculated per usable or constructed square meter?

Although opinions are divided and many real estate websites claim the opposite, the selling price of an apartment is calculated per square meter built. Only when renting office or commercial spaces, the rent is calculated per useful square meter.

What tax do I owe to the state for the sale of the apartment?

The tax owed to the state in case of sale is calculated as follows (September 2022): up to the amount of 450,000 lei the tax is zero; everything that exceeds 450,000 lei is taxed at 3%. For example: at an apartment price of 500,000 lei, the taxable income is 50,000 lei, where the tax is 3% of the 50,000, resulting in the amount of 1500 lei.

Where is sales tax paid?

The tax due to the state from the property transfer (sale) is paid directly to the notary where the sale is signed. As a rule, when you come to the notary, you must have the money ready.

What documents do I need when selling an apartment?

The necessary documents for the sale of an apartment are:

Property deed (can be sale-purchase contract, donation contract, heir certificate, court decision, etc.);
Marriage certificate or divorce decree (where applicable);
Fiscal attestation certificate;
Cadastral documentation;
Extract from the land deed (this is issued by the notary);
Energy performance certificate;
The latest utility bills with proof of their payment (eg: electricity, gas);
Certificate issued by the owners' association.

The tax certificate has small discrepancies. Does it need to be redone for sale?

Not. The tax certificate is proof that you have paid the property tax for the current year.

Who pays the notary's fee?

The notary fee is paid by the buyer unless the parties have agreed otherwise.

How long must the apartment be declared to the tax authority?

The new owner has 30 days to register his property with the tax office.

What is a duplex? What about a triplex?

A duplex is an apartment located on 2 levels that communicates through an internal staircase. A triplex is an apartment located on 3 levels that communicates through an internal staircase.

What is that a penthouse?

A penthouse is a (luxury) apartment located on the top level of the building, which is surrounded by terraces.

What is a detached apartment like?

A detached apartment is one in which you can enter any other room from the entrance hall without passing through another.

I don't live in Romania. Can I sell the apartment without coming to the sale?

Sure. Only you will have to go through some preliminary steps. Contact us for details at +4 0744 868 377 (+4 074HUNTERS).

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