Berlin's Marzahn gets 140 new sustainable apartments by 2027

Berlin's housing crisis meets a green solution. This Marzahn project promises affordable, accessible homes—plus solar power and commercial spaces—by spring 2027.

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2026 March 23 . 7:11 PM

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Berlin's Marzahn gets 140 new sustainable apartments by 2027

A new housing project is underway in Marzahn, Berlin, led by the property company degewo. The development, set to finish in spring 2027, will add 140 apartments near the Eastgate shopping centre. It forms part of a wider plan to increase housing density in the district, which dates back to the 1970s.

The project will consist of two eight-storey buildings on a 9,800-square-metre site. Apartments will range from 42 to 99 square metres, each featuring either a terrace or loggia. Over 100 of the units will be barrier-free, ensuring accessibility for all residents.

Half of the apartments will be publicly subsidised, with starting rents set at €7 per square metre (net cold rent). The ground floor will also include three commercial spaces for local businesses. Sustainability is a key focus of the development. The buildings will meet the *Efficiency House 40* standard, incorporating green roofs for rainwater management and a rooftop solar installation. The design aims to blend into the existing urban area while supporting long-term neighbourhood growth.

The project reflects degewo's strategy to boost housing density in Marzahn through modern, sustainable construction. Once completed in 2027, the development will provide a mix of affordable and market-rate homes, along with commercial units. The focus on energy efficiency and accessibility aligns with broader urban planning goals in the district.