Demand for micro-apartments in the Czech Republic grew by 56% year-on-year in the second quarter of 2025, according to a market analysis by Sreality. These compact units, typically ranging from 16 to 30 square metres, are gaining popularity as traditional housing becomes increasingly unaffordable. The study shows that micro-apartments spend the shortest time on the market among all apartment types. On average, they remain listed for less than two months—a 41% decrease compared to the same period last year. The trend reflects a growing shift toward more affordable housing solutions as property prices continue to climb across the country. The average asking price for apartments in the Czech Republic rose by 16% year-on-year to CZK 111,700 per square metre. In Prague, prices increased by 12% and now average CZK 141,338 per square metre. According to analysts, the pace of price growth remains consistent. In the first half of the year, advertised prices increased between 16.5% and 17.7% year-on-year. The strongest growth was recorded in the Moravian-Silesian Region (+26%), Ústí nad Labem Region (+24%), and Hradec Králové Region (+22%). In contrast, the Liberec Region saw the smallest rise at 9%. Data from the FérMakléři platform indicate that older apartments in major cities experienced a 27% year-on-year price increase and a 7% rise compared to the previous quarter. The average price per square metre for these units now stands at CZK 77,343, with the most notable gains seen in Ústí nad Labem and Ostrava—locations that have historically offered some of the country’s most affordable housing. Source: CTK