The beginning of 2026 has brought a clear revival in the Polish real estate rental market. After a December slowdown, demand measured by the number of inquiries increased by 29 percent in January. Experts point to stabilization of rental rates, especially in the studio and two-room apartment segments. At the same time, interest rate cuts are making purchasing an apartment on credit a financially more advantageous alternative to long-term rental in most cities.
The beginning of 2026 has brought significant changes to the Polish real estate market, characterized by dynamic growth in rental interest alongside stabilization of rental rates. Data from the Otodom platform and analyses by Morizon-Gratka Group indicate that in January, the number of inquiries for rental apartments increased by 29% month-on-month and by 40% year-on-year. Such a large scale of revival suggests that after a seasonal lull, property owners have returned to the market en masse, resulting in a several percent increase in the number of available offers. Despite the increased activity, experts emphasize that the market shows no signs of overheating, and net rates (excluding administrative and utility fees) have remained stable for many months. A key factor influencing Poles' decisions is the systematic lowering of interest rates by the <przypis title=