Braunschweig as an investment location for real estate
Population base, demographics and demand profile
According to the municipal population register, Braunschweig had a population of 254,867 as at 31.12.2024, a slight decrease compared to 255,307 in 2023, but remains clearly in the 250k segment with a stable tenant base. The average age at the end of 2024 was 43.45 years, signaling a balanced age structure and demand from families, professionals and students. The official/secondary data confirms the urban density of around 1.313 inhabitants/km² on 192.7km²-an indicator of continuous demand for living space in micro-locations close to the city center and with public transport connections.
Urban development, public transport levers and microlocations
The Integrated Urban Development Concept (ISEK) 2030 was adopted by the Council in 2018 and serves as a central working basis, with annual status reports and clearly formulated flagship projects up to 2030 - a reliable framework for upgrading existing buildings, ESG measures and small-scale densification. At the same time, the city is strategically driving forward the light rail expansion: the framework application outlines the targeted 2030 network, the approach per route section as well as costs and expected funding - a structural demand and accessibility lever for corridor locations. Regionally, the Greater Braunschweig Association supports the safeguarding of public transport services in 2025 despite rising costs, which supports network stability for micro-locations close to commuters in the city and surrounding areas. Historically failed RegioStadtBahn plans are now being replaced by more realistic light rail/tram extensions; nevertheless, advance investments in the urban space are a starting point for urban development upgrades at nodes such as the main railroad station/railway station district.
Investment theses: Core, value-add and ESG focus
Core: Refurbished apartment buildings close to public transport and mixed-use properties in locations close to the city center and railroad station benefit from the stable population of 254,867 and the planned further development of the light rail system by 2030 for visibility, frequency and low fluctuation.
Value-Add: Energy modernization, floor plan optimization and repositioning of first floor areas along future light rail corridors and in districts with ISEK prioritization increase rentability and exit capability; the ISEK logic with annual updates creates planning security.
Micro-location logic: nodes and axes with secured or planned public transport strength as well as the station/city center periphery receive a tailwind through network security and expansion plans, while the urban density and moderate average age enable a diversified target group approach.
Standard land values for Braunschweig
The standard land values for Braunschweig can be found in the standard land values for Lower Saxony here.