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Experts: Housing prices in Lithuania will not fall, but will rise
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Experts: Housing prices in Lithuania will not fall, but will rise

From Delfi · () Lithuanian

Translated from Lithuanian, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Housing prices in Lithuania are expected to rise in the coming years, with non-invested money continuing to lose purchasing power due to inflation.
  • Experts predict the real estate market will remain active, and the upward trend in prices will persist.
  • Lithuania leads the EU in homeownership, with approximately 94% of households living in their own homes.

Lithuanian housing prices are not expected to decrease in the near future, according to experts. Inflationary pressures are anticipated to continue, meaning that money not invested will further erode in value. The real estate market is projected to remain robust, with prices continuing their upward trajectory.

ลฝygimantas Mauricas, chief economist at Luminor bank, highlighted Lithuania's high rate of homeownership. He stated that around 94% of Lithuanian households own their homes, placing the country at the top of the European Union in this regard. This high level of ownership suggests a strong demand and a stable market for residential properties.

Real estate experts concur with the outlook for continued market activity and price growth. Their assessments suggest that the conditions favoring property investment are likely to persist, making it a potentially attractive sector for both buyers and investors despite broader economic challenges. The combination of ongoing inflation and a dynamic market points towards a sustained increase in housing costs.

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Originally published by Delfi in Lithuanian. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.