How much does an apartment cost in Kiev?

The housing market is a mirror of the economic situation in the country, reflecting all financial fluctuations. Today, the demand for real estate is differentiated, but in the capital it remains consistently high. In 2026, apartment prices in Kyiv have become more or less predictable compared to previous years. 

According to Global Property Guide, the average price per square meter in new buildings in the capital in the first quarter of the year was about $1900. This is an average indicator that reflects the market as a whole, but in different areas and segments The cost of an apartment in Kiev is completely different. On the secondary market, it is about $1700/m², but for an already finished object. 

Our experts analyzed how prices are changing in the primary and secondary markets of Kyiv in 2026, what economic and social factors affect the cost of a square meter, and also shared tips on how to choose the best housing option, check the reliability of the developer, and avoid common mistakes when searching.

Prices for apartments in Kyiv

The real estate market in the capital today resembles a pendulum: demand remains high, but the dynamics of apartment prices in Kiev is quite uneven. Some segments are gradually growing, while others are demonstrating a local decrease. This creates the illusion of stability, although in reality the market is in a state of constant change. Thus, housing in new buildings has risen in price by approximately 6-13% per year, in the secondary market - within 10-13%, sometimes - 24%. Such changes are directly related to the economic situation: the dollar exchange rate, the cost of building materials and the availability of mortgage programs form the final price tag for the buyer. 

Prices for new buildings (primary market)

The cost of apartments in the primary market of Kyiv was calculated using data published on the resource LUN as of July 2026. The lowest price per square meter was recorded in the Desnyansky district of the capital - $810. The highest cost of housing in new buildings is demonstrated in the following areas: 

• Pechersky ($2810);
• Shevchenkovskyi (1760 dollars);
• Podolsk districts (1600 dollars).

Factors - due to location and elite status. In other areas, the price fluctuates in the range of 1100-1300 dollars per square meter:

• Holosiivskyi – 1370;
• Solomyansky – 1270;
• Svyatoshinsky – 1300;
• Dniprovsky – 1150;
• Darnytskyi – 1100. 

It is worth noting that the value of real estate in dollars is increasing moderately.

Prices on the secondary housing market

According to the data LUN As of July 2026, a sharp jump in the cost of a square meter in Kyiv can be seen in these areas:

• Pechersky – $2960 (+24%);
• Obolonsky - $1560 (+23%);
• Sofiivska Borshchahivka (suburb) – $1560 (+22%).

What is driving the price increase? The main factors are location and infrastructure. Overall, the cost per square meter increased at the same level in other areas (indicated in dollars):

• Podolsky – 1800 (+13%);
• Holosiivskyi – 1900 (+16%);
• Solomyansky – 1630 (+12%);
• Desniansky – 1100 (+11%).

The price of a square meter in the Darnytskyi district has increased by 10%. It is $1560.

What affects the cost of an apartment?

Real estate prices in Kyiv are not only shaped by market demand and supply. They consist of a whole set of factors that can significantly increase or, conversely, decrease the final value. Therefore, when evaluating the offer, it is important to look at the whole picture, and not focus only on one indicator, for example, area or number of rooms.

Location

Location remains a key factor. For example, it costs 3-4 times more one-room apartment in Kiev in the Pechersk districtthan in Desniansky. Proximity to the center, the state of transport interchanges, safety - all this directly determines the price tag. For example, if before the start of the full-scale war, apartments in Solomyansky district had a price tag approximately the same as in Shevchenkivsky, now the prices in this location are significantly lower due to constant shelling.

Infrastructure

Not only external infrastructure is important (schools, kindergartens, medical institutions, shopping centers, parks), but also internal, which modern residential complexes offer: underground parking lots, closed courtyards without cars, playgrounds, gyms. After all, all of the above is the comfort of your everyday life. For example, in new buildings with developed internal infrastructure, an apartment can cost 20–30% more than in the “bedrooms” of the 00s.

Type of house and its age

Housing in brick houses from the 60s and 70s is often cheaper than in new monolithic-frame complexes. Modern houses have better thermal insulation, new communications and thoughtful layouts. At the same time, Stalinist or reconstructed historical buildings in the center can have a premium price due to their unique architecture and, of course, convenient location. However, repairs in such housing can cost many times more.

Floor/number of floors/area

Traditionally, apartments on the first and last floors are cheaper. A high number of floors can raise the price: especially if it comes to a panoramic view of the Dnieper or the center. The total area is also critical: square meters in small one-room apartments can cost more than in three-room ones. For example, in RC Stanford The price per square meter in a one-room apartment from the developer is $2430-3250, while in a three-room apartment it is $2300-2856.

Availability of shelter

A factor that has become relevant after 2022. In new complexes with full-fledged shelters, apartments are significantly more expensive, because it is about the safety of residents. In older buildings without equipped basements or storage rooms, housing has lost some value after the start of a full-scale war; especially in areas that often suffer from shelling.

Apartment condition

Renovation can change the price by tens of thousands of dollars. In the Pechersk district, a three-room apartment after designer renovation can cost 30–40% more than a similar one without renovation. Of course, if you buy an apartment with bare walls, you cannot avoid the costs of finishing the room. However, they can be significantly lower than if you choose housing with already completed renovations.

Additional costs when buying a home

The price of the apartment is only a part of the final amount that you will have to pay. Realtors advise immediately budgeting about 8–10% of the cost of housing. This is how much taxes, commissions, and legal support usually "eat up". The most significant "plus" to the price is formed by taxes. The state takes several payments at once: personal income tax (5%), military duty (1,5%), and state duty (1%). Formally, they are paid by the seller, but in practice, the parties often agree to share these costs.

In addition, no purchase and sale agreement is complete without a notary. The cost of his services in Kyiv varies from 5000 to 15.000 UAH. Separately, you may need to have the documents checked by a lawyer - this is another expense. However, if you work with a real estate agency from the beginning, these costs are usually already included in the commission.

Also, bank commissions (0,5–1% of the amount) and insurance are added to the costs of the apartment, if you buy housing with a mortgage. In the case of a loan, the insurance payment is on average 0,3–0,5% of the loan amount per year. So, if you add up all the additional payments, then an apartment, the cost of which on the market is about $110,000, costs buy an apartment in Kiev.

Tips from the agency on how to find the best option

Buying an apartment is always a balance between desire and possibilities. Our experts advise you to approach the choice systematically, because the right strategy allows you to save tens of thousands of dollars and avoid unpleasant surprises after the deal.

1. Determine the priority. In the city center, the price per square meter is much higher than on the outskirts. If the main thing is a spacious apartment, it is more logical to look at Darnytskyi or Svyatoshynskyi districts. If prestige is important, then Pecherskyi or Shevchenkivskyi.
2. Evaluate the infrastructure in and around the complex. An apartment in a new building with underground parking, a shelter, and modern services can cost 20–30% more. But this is an investment in comfort and safety. In Soviet-style “bedrooms,” the price is lower. However, repair costs and daily inconveniences can negate these savings.
3. Check the documents and the developer. For the primary market, the key issue is the legality of construction, for the secondary market, the cleanliness of documents and the absence of hidden debts. A lawyer or a reliable real estate agency will be cheaper here than the possible losses in case of encountering scammers.
4. Compare the condition of the apartment with the market price. Renovations can add 30–40% to the cost. If your budget is limited, sometimes it’s more profitable to buy “bare walls” and design the space for yourself than to overpay for someone else’s design solutions.
5. Budget for additional expenses. Taxes, notary fees, bank fees — all of these things add to the final price of an apartment. Plan your finances with these costs in mind so that you don't get caught off guard by the costs.

With these simple recommendations, buying a home in Kyiv will be easy and profitable. 

Visnovok

The capital's housing market remains dynamic and multi-level. The average cost per square meter in the secondary market already exceeds $1500 (in Desnyanskyi district it is 1100), and in new buildings in central districts it is even higher. Apartment prices in Kyiv continue to grow, but unevenly: in prestigious districts the cost of housing can exceed the indicators of residential areas several times.

The price is influenced by dozens of factors — from location and infrastructure to the availability of shelter and state of repair. We recommend that you approach the search for your dream home comprehensively: determine priorities between area and location, carefully check the documents and the developer, compare the condition of the home with the price, and immediately plan related costs. It is a systematic approach that allows you to find the optimal balance. 

After all, even despite the rise in prices, the Kyiv market remains attractive as for owners, and for investors. The right moment and a well-considered decision can turn the purchase of an apartment into a profitable long-term investment.