Merseburg as an investment location for real estate
34k-36k population base (31.12.2024) and stable demand in the Saale district
The official population of Merseburg was 34,392 as of 31.12.2024, while municipal publications for 30.06.2024 state 36,533; Stadtwerke network data quantifies 35,995 in the supply area as of 31.12.2024 - operationally, this results in a resilient 34k-36k tenant base for conservative business cases in the central center of the Saalekreis. Saxony-Anhalt had a total of 2,135,597 inhabitants at the end of 2024, which underlines Merseburg's embedding in a sustainable regional structure with commuter links. Local reports also highlight a recent increase in population (including immigration and young families) and outline an ambitious perspective of 40,000 inhabitants in 10-15 years - a demand signal that should be taken into account strategically.
Accessibility and local public transport: S-Bahn connection, streetcar 5 to Halle and new city bus network as rental levers
Since 15.12.2024, the new S-Bahn S11 has acted as a frequency upgrade in the surrounding area and has led to adjustments in the regional bus network around Merseburg; the city bus lines 111/112 offer a 30-minute interval on weekdays 5-22 hrs, supplemented by weekend trips and RufBus, with a central connection at the ZOB to regional train services - a clear advantage for city/train station corridors and commuter-oriented locations. Streetcar line 5 connects Merseburg via Bad Dürrenberg and Ammendorf directly with the city center of Halle and the university hospital; published timetables provide evidence of continuous operation and dense daily schedules - a strong advantage for re-letting in micro-locations close to the rail network around Merseburg city center and the hospital. MDV tools ensure timetable information and integration (including cell phone ticketing) throughout the network, which further increases the everyday usability and visibility of public transport-related assets.
Urban development, funding backdrop and ESG-driven value-add opportunities
Merseburg works with an integrated urban development concept (ISEK 2030, first version 2001, update 2013; renewed update initiated) as a strategic framework for inner city renewal, mixed use and coordinated measures relevant for repositioning and implementation close to funding in 1A/1B locations. In 2024, the state approved around €2.1 million in urban development funding for projects in the city centre, including a focus on renewable energies, Rosental-Quartier and Roßmarkt-a transparent ESG and frequency impulse that makes first floor activation, energy modernization (heat/PV) and quality of stay more predictable. Investment model: Core in refurbished, public transport-strong holdings along tram/S-Bahn/ZOB corridors for stable cash flows and low fluctuation; value-add via insulation, windows, efficient heating/PV and ground floor repositioning within the ISEK/support framework - secured by the 34k-36k demand base, the documented network maintenance (city bus 111/112, S11, streetcar 5) and the active city center agenda.
Standard land values for Merseburg
The standard land values for Merseburg can be found in the standard land values for Saxony-Anhalt here.