Romania’s real estate market in early 2026 is showing a significant structural shift. While Bucharest remains the country’s largest transaction hub, activity is increasingly spreading across regional cities. Brașov stands out in particular, strengthening its position as one of the key secondary markets.

📊 According to ANCPI, 44,427 real estate transactions were registered nationwide in February 2026, which is nearly 20,000 more than in January. Bucharest retained its leading position with 8290 transactions, but market dynamics indicate that demand is no longer concentrated in a single city.

📈 At the same time, regional centers are demonstrating stable activity. For example:

— Brașov consistently ranks among the largest markets outside the capital;
— the city competes in transaction volume with major hubs such as Cluj-Napoca and Timișoara;
— demand is supported by both local buyers and investors.

🏙 Historically, Romania’s real estate market has been heavily concentrated in the capital region, which accounted for a significant share of total transactions. This model is now gradually changing. Bucharest still serves as the benchmark for pricing. As of early 2026:

— the average price is €2,050 per m²;
— the typical budget for an apartment ranges between €115,000 and €125,000.

Against this backdrop, cities like Brașov are attracting buyers due to a lower entry threshold combined with a comparable quality of urban infrastructure and living standards.

📍 For investors, this means a broader range of opportunities. It is no longer necessary to focus solely on the capital, as regional cities increasingly offer competitive pricing and growth potential.

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