District 6 | 1.85 million US dollars (577 million Hungarian forints)
A modern penthouse in a historic building
Renovated in 2024 with modern aesthetics, this three-bedroom duplex penthouse is located on the top two floors of an 1885 building on Budapest’s central Andrássy Street.
The building is located in the heart of Pest, an area on the east bank of the Danube, in a busy commercial and cultural district. The 1.5-mile-long Andrássy Avenue is famous for its exclusive fashion houses, monuments and cultural attractions, including the Hungarian State Opera and Heroes’ Square. Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is 21 km away.
Size: 1,830 square meters
Price per square meter: $1,010
Inside: Slanted skylights above the living room and sliding glass doors near the dining area flood this open space with sunlight. The modern kitchen features Miele appliances and a concealed induction hob, while herringbone floors add a classic feel. There is also an ensuite bedroom and a half bathroom on this floor.
On the upper floor, a flexible area is partially open to the living room below. Two bedrooms have built-in closets and accent walls with fancy wallpaper. The bathrooms are equipped with fittings from Hansgrohe and Laufen throughout. Ducted multi-split air conditioning units and radiators control the climate. High-tech features include Zigbee smart light switches, heated floors in some rooms, and Apple Home automation.
Outdoor area: The penthouse has a 70 square meter roof terrace and a smaller terrace next to the dining room.
Cost: The monthly condo fee for this house is $170 (53,080 Hungarian forints). If purchased by a company or legal entity, a local construction tax of approximately US$1,345 (420,000 Hungarian forints) will be added.
Contact: Melinda Cziprian | Engel & Völkers Budapest
District 2 | 1.8 million US dollars (560 million forints)
A designer condominium on a quiet property
Completed in 2024, this three-bedroom unit is located in a gated community in Hárshegy, a leafy area in the 2nd district of Budapest. Zoltán Varró, an award-winning Hungarian designer, worked on the project, which includes three five-unit buildings with energy-efficient technology.
Széll Kálmán Square, a transportation hub, is less than six kilometers away, while Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is approximately 32 kilometers southeast. In the neighborhood there is a sports complex, the picturesque Zugliget chairlift, forests and hiking trails.
Size: 1,485 square meters
Price per square meter: $1,212
Inside: A foyer opens to the open dining area, living room and kitchen, which features a breakfast bar and Bosch appliances. A sliding door leads to the facility’s lawn. A half bathroom is located near the entrance.
From the living room a hallway leads to the three bedrooms, one of which has access to the garden. The master suite has a bathtub in the bedroom and an en-suite bathroom with a shower. Two guest bedrooms share a bathroom. The walls are covered with modern-style wallpaper throughout.
Outdoor area: The house has a private garden of around 3,500 square meters. Around the settlement, dense trees provide privacy and woodland scenery. Each house has two garage parking spaces and a storage room. The community offers a communal pool and communal area.
Cost: The monthly condo fee of $430 covers maintenance, gardening, concierge services, pool access, waste disposal and building insurance.
District 2 | 1.7 million US dollars (529 million Hungarian forints)
A single-family home with a multi-story garden and terrace
This custom-built four-bedroom villa built in 2018 has three floors, accessed via stairs and an elevator. The house sits on a sloping site overlooking the residential area below. Practical amenities include a heat pump, ceiling and underfloor heating and cooling, and a smart home system.
The house is located on a quiet residential street in District 2, northwest of the city center. Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is approximately 32 km away, while St. Stephen’s Basilica and the attractions of downtown Budapest are approximately 13 km in the same direction.
Size: 2,756 square meters
Price per square meter: $615
Inside: On the ground floor there is a bright, open plan living room, dining room and kitchen. The adjacent corner kitchen features minimalist cabinets, marble walls, and Miele appliances beneath track lights. The lighting is playful, with pendant lights reminiscent of bubbles above the dining table and geometric lights hung in the living room. From the kitchen, a hallway with a half bathroom leads to a study or additional bedroom.
From the living room a staircase leads down to three bedrooms and two bathrooms, also with marble walls. An elevator also connects the floors. A wellness room features a sauna, a hot tub and a glass-walled shower. A foyer and book area are located on the top floor, near the garage.
Outdoor area: The house is located on a hillside plot and has a lawn and a terraced garden. An outdoor dining area and a barbecue are located next to the living room. Two vehicles fit in the garage, two more outside.
Cost: There is normally no annual property tax on homes owned by private individuals, but buyers pay a 4 percent stamp duty.
Contact: Melinda Cziprian | Engel & Völkers Budapest
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