January to October: Around 195,000 New Apartments Approved - Increase of Eleven Percent - Germany’s Housing Boom: 195,000 New Apartments Approved in 2025
Germany’s housing market has seen a sharp rise in new building approvals this year. Between January and October, officials greenlit around 195,000 apartments—a notable increase from 2024. The latest figures reveal strong growth in both single-family and multi-family housing projects.
The surge in approvals became clear early in the year. From January to September alone, 175,600 residential units received the go-ahead. This marked an 11.2 percent jump compared to the same period in 2024.
The latest approvals bring the total for 2025 close to 195,000 new apartments. Both single-family and multi-family sectors have expanded, reflecting rising demand. Officials have yet to confirm which cities are driving the growth.
