Poland plans to introduce mandatory registration for apartments rented on a daily basis, with the assignment of an individual number. Ads without a number will be prohibited, and decisions on permitting short-term rentals will be made by communities and local self-government bodies.
Over 10,000 IDPs from temporarily occupied territories have applied for housing vouchers. The highest demand was recorded in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, Kyiv, and Zaporizhzhia, with most applicants coming from Donetsk and Luhansk Oblasts.
A new state support program for veteran IDPs is being launched in Ukraine, allowing them to receive a housing voucher for UAH 2 million through "Diia". The funds can be used to purchase housing, invest in a new building, or arrange a mortgage; applications can be submitted starting December 1.
The Ministry of Justice of Ukraine reported that a civil marriage does not provide the same rights and guarantees as an officially registered marriage. To inherit the property of a deceased partner, it is necessary to prove the fact of cohabitation for 5 years and satisfy other court requirements.
The Ministry of Community Development has announced a call for applications from local self-government bodies to participate in a pilot project to create a municipal fund of affordable rental housing. The project's funding involves attracting 100 million euros from the European Investment Bank and the European Commission.
The government has simplified the procedure for receiving compensation under the "eRecovery" program for co-owned housing. This will allow one of the co-owners to apply for assistance, even if the other cannot be reached.
In September, mortgages on the secondary real estate market rose to 9. 37%, while on the primary market the rate remained unchanged. Banks issued 851 mortgage loans for UAH 1.6 billion, of which 62.5% are accounted for by the primary market.
OLX Real Estate analysts have determined the terms when the cost of renting a one-room apartment equals the cost of buying it on the secondary market. This period ranges from 9 to 17 years in large cities of Ukraine.
Experts have prepared a guide with tips for residents of small apartments, studios, and compact homes. It contains ways to effectively use space to create comfortable and organized living.
An analysis by OLX Real Estate showed that the most expensive houses in Ukraine are sold in villages in the Kyiv region, particularly in the village of Plyuty, where the median price is UAH 47. 5 million. Kyiv remains the leader among regional centers with a median price of UAH 9.6 million, while the lowest prices are recorded in Chernihiv (UAH 1 million).
The Ukrainian government has established uniform rules for forming the cost of construction works for state-funded projects and updated the approach to calculating builders' wages. The new rules will be in effect during martial law and for one year after its termination.
Russia is appropriating the housing of Ukrainians in the occupied territories, as in Melitopol, where a house was registered to the occupation authorities and residents were evicted through sham courts. Similar schemes are being used in other cities, transferring housing to Russian military personnel and officials.
Three and a half years after Russia's full-scale invasion, Ukraine is facing an unprecedented housing crisis. More than 236,000 buildings have been destroyed or damaged, and 10% of the housing stock is unavailable.
The occupation authorities in the Kherson region have begun seizing housing from Ukrainians who left their homes, to accommodate military personnel and their families. Under the guise of inventorying "ownerless" property, apartments and houses are transferred to Russian military personnel through pseudo-courts.
The childhood home of US President Donald Trump in Queens has been put up for sale for $2. 3 million. Developer Tommy Lin bought it for $835,000 in March 2025 and carried out extensive renovations.
In Ukraine, in the first 10 months of 2023, construction began on 187 new residential complexes, which is 9% more than last year. Real estate sales are open for 2149 projects, but the number of commissioned apartments decreased by 9%.
Lviv has the most expensive housing on the primary and secondary markets, while Kyiv ranks second. The highest rental prices for housing are recorded in Uzhhorod.
Sonder, a Marriott partner, declared bankruptcy, leading to the sudden eviction of guests worldwide. Their belongings ended up in hallways or plastic bags.
OLX Real Estate analyzed the annual dynamics of median apartment prices in major cities of Ukraine. The largest increase was recorded in Kharkiv, where two-room apartments rose in price by 24%.
St. Pete Beach Mayor Adrian Petrila seeks to introduce a tourist tax for visitors. This would raise $200 million for infrastructure repairs without raising taxes for local residents.
Ozzy Osbourne's West Hollywood apartment is on the market for $2. 375 million, less than four months after his death. The one-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom residence boasts over 1,200 square feet of living space.
The median age of homebuyers in the US rose to 40 for the first time in 2025, a record high since 1981. This is due to the high cost of housing and mortgages, which forces young families to postpone their purchase.
George Lucas has purchased a luxurious mansion in London for £40 million, making it one of the most expensive deals in the British housing market in 2025. This supports London's elite real estate market, which is experiencing a downturn.
The register of damages from the aggression of the Russian Federation has been supplemented with a new category A3. 3 – Loss of housing or place of residence. It covers not only owners, but also tenants and those who have lost the opportunity to live with relatives.
The Irish government has reduced the period of stay for newly arrived Ukrainians in state housing from 90 to 30 days. Weekly financial contributions for accommodation are also being introduced for asylum seekers who are working.
The Independent compiled a list of Airbnb alternatives for travelers, which includes options from yurts to luxurious boutique hotels, and also takes into account various needs and preferences.
The head of the department of the State Environmental Inspectorate of the Prydniprovsky District was detained for illicit enrichment. The official acquired unjustified assets worth over UAH 50 million, including elite real estate and a BMW car.
The average rate on a 30-year fixed mortgage jumped 20 basis points after the Fed announced a rate cut. This happened because the bond market did not react well to comments from Fed Chairman Jerome Powell.
A study identified Florida, Minnesota, and Colorado among the top 10 US states for retirement living. The assessment was based on affordability, quality of life, and healthcare.
Abel Tesfaye, known as The Weeknd, bought a beachfront estate in Coral Gables, Florida, for $50 million. This deal set a record for the gated community of Gables Estates.
