Koblenz as an investment location for real estate
113,378 inhabitants (31.12.2024) and stable demand anchors
With 113,378 inhabitants as at 31.12.2024, Koblenz is the third largest city in Rhineland-Palatinate and, as a regional center on the Deutsches Eck, forms a reliable demand market for housing in central locations close to universities and hospitals. The city has adopted an updated population and household forecast for 2025 up to 2044: Based on the population as at December 31, 2024, a stagnating to slightly rising population path is expected until the early 2030s; this is followed by a moderate decline of around 1,500 people in the second half, while the number of households remains slightly above the baseline level over the entire period-a positive signal for housing demand and rentability. Structural data shows a diversified economic and employment base with a high service density in the constituency, low unemployment rate (4.9% at the end of 11/2024) and solid purchasing power, which supports cash flow stability in inner-city neighborhoods and those close to workplaces.
Accessibility and public transport: koveb/VRM, increased frequency and accessibility
The city's local transport plan sets quality standards and expansion paths for city bus services (koveb), including 15-minute intervals between the main station and Metternich University, extended 30-minute intervals in the evening, expanded night bus services and new tangential lines for faster cross-connections - a structural rental lever for the main station, city and campus corridors. The route network is organized via central transfer hubs (main station, city centre/Löhr-Center, Zentralplatz/Forum) and is available as an interactive map; the VRM route network map also includes the regional rail/bus network, which strengthens commuter locations in Koblenz. At the turn of the year 2024/25, adjustments and price reforms came into force (including improved city network tariffs, all-day mini-group ticket, €58 Germany ticket), which reduce barriers to use and thus enhance the value of micro-locations close to public transport. At the same time, the city is pursuing the modernization of barrier-free stops with a target image by approx. 2030-relevant for long-term attractiveness and tenant comfort along the main axes.
City center development, ISEK process and investment theses with an ESG focus
Under the heading "Vibrant city centre", Koblenz is developing an integrated urban development concept with a ten-year package of measures; the final participation round in 2025 prioritizes projects ranging from the reorganization of the Peter-Altmeier-Ufer to climate-adapted square designs and the promotion of private climate adaptation - a clear framework for repositioning, EC activation and ESG upgrades in 1A/1B locations. A commissioned city center management and external support ensure implementation within the urban development funding, which increases planning security and access to funding for investments. Investment model: Core in refurbished properties with strong public transport links in the main station/city/university corridor for low fluctuation; value-add via energy modernization, efficient heating and PV as well as floor plan and first floor repositioning in tangentially and centrally connected districts - secured by a stable resident base, household demand base and a resilient inner city/subsidy regime.
Standard land values for Koblenz
The standard land values for Koblenz can be found in the standard land values for Rhineland-Palatinate here.