Russia Guide: Property

Buying property isn't easy anywhere, but it gets even more complicated if you have to deal with an unknown property market and legal restrictions of a foreign country. Read our property guide to get a good start – and to avoid mistakes you might later regret.

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  Introduction

  An introduction to buying property in Russia

  Foreign property investment is now possible in Russia due to legislation introduced in 2001. Currently, locals and foreigners are entitled to private ownership of land and property.

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  Cost of property

  What is the cost of buying a house in Russia

  As in every other country in the world, the renting and buying prices in Russia mostly depend on the type of asset as well as the area.

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  Investing your money

  Where to buy property in Russia

  Moscow and St. Petersburg are without a doubt the most renowned cities in Russia, where most expats live and invest in property.

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  Real estate agents

  How to deal with them

  There are approximately 500 registered real estate agencies in Russia.

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  Before buying property

  Important factors to take into account

  Preliminary research is required in order to determine the property’s value and whether it is actually worth its price.

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