What is driving the Czech property market, where is it worth investing in property, and what affects the rental housing market? We bring you the latest developments from the property world.
Flat prices in 2026: regions growing faster than Prague
The Czech flat market continued to see price growth at the start of 2026. Asking prices for flats rose by 2.7% quarter-on-quarter in the first quarter, although this was less than last year’s average growth of 4%. Year-on-year, the pace of growth slowed to 12.9%, compared with between 16 and 18% in 2025.
Price developments also vary considerably by region. Outside Prague, prices are rising faster than in the capital. In the regions, prices rose by approximately 3.1% quarter-on-quarter, compared with 2.4% in Prague. Year-on-year price growth in Prague slowed to 8.9% from an average of 15.9%, while the pace in the regions remains just as high – at around 17.7%.
However, the slower price growth has not yet led to a significant improvement in housing affordability. The ratio of property prices to household incomes remains high. Another important factor is the continuing growth in mortgages – the average newly granted mortgage has already exceeded CZK 4.6 million.
Source: ČBA Monitor
Faster eviction of tenants: an eviction order
Landlords now have a more effective tool for speeding up the eviction of problematic tenants. The eviction order procedure can considerably simplify and shorten the entire process. Until now, court disputes have often been very lengthy.
Courts can now make a decision without a hearing, solely on the basis of the evidence submitted. The landlord must demonstrate that the tenancy has ended, for example with the lease agreement and notice of termination. They must also prove that the tenant was served with a request to vacate at least 14 days before the claim was filed.
The court then issues an order requiring the tenant to vacate the flat within 15 days of delivery or to file an objection within the same period. If the tenant does not file an objection, the order becomes final and the owner can proceed more quickly with further steps leading to the eviction of the property.
Source: Act No. 176/2025 Coll.