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Renting in Austria: Richtwertmiete, Kaution and agent fees

Renting in Austria: which flats have capped rents, the 5-year minimum for professional landlords from 2026, the deposit, agent fees and how to give notice.

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Buying property in Austria as a foreigner: Länder rules, taxes and costs

Buying property in Austria: EU citizens need no special permit, but each Land limits second homes. Grunderwerbsteuer 3.5%, Grundbuch 1.1%, the steps.

7 min read Where to live

Best places to live in Austria for expats: Vienna, Graz, Salzburg, Innsbruck, Linz

Best places to live in Austria for expats: Vienna, Graz, Salzburg, Innsbruck and Linz compared on rent levels, second-home rules, housing and support.

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