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This article covers the current housing prices in Denmark as of the first half of 2026.
We constantly update this blog post with the latest market data and verified information.
Denmark's housing market shows clear regional differences, with Copenhagen prices often reaching two to four times those in rural areas.
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Insights
- Copenhagen housing prices in January 2026 average around 5.6 million DKK, which is roughly double the national median of 2.8 million DKK for Denmark.
- Buyers in Denmark typically pay only 2% to 3% above the purchase price when including mandatory taxes and fees, making transaction costs relatively transparent compared to many markets.
- New construction properties in Denmark command an 8% to 15% premium over existing homes due to better energy efficiency and lower maintenance costs in the first years.
- Price per square meter varies dramatically across Copenhagen neighborhoods, from 40,000 DKK per square meter in Nordhavn to over 110,000 DKK in central Indre By.
- Denmark housing prices rose approximately 4% in nominal terms between January 2025 and January 2026, translating to about 2% real growth after inflation.
- The realistic entry price for homeownership in Denmark starts around 1.2 to 1.8 million DKK, typically for a compact older apartment in a smaller city.
What is the average housing price in Denmark in 2026?
The median housing price gives you a better picture of what most people actually pay, because it is not skewed upward by extremely expensive luxury properties.
We are writing this as of 2026 with the latest data collected from authoritative sources including Statistics Denmark and Finance Denmark that we manually double checked.
The median housing price in Denmark in 2026 is approximately 2,800,000 DKK, which converts to around $423,000 or €375,000. The average housing price in Denmark in 2026 is approximately 3,300,000 DKK, which converts to around $499,000 or €442,000.
The price range for 80% of residential property goods in the Denmark market in 2026 falls between approximately 1.4 million DKK and 6.0 million DKK.
A realistic entry range in Denmark in 2026 would be approximately 1,200,000 to 1,800,000 DKK (around $181,000 to $272,000 or €161,000 to €241,000), which typically gets you an older 40 to 55 square meter one-bedroom apartment in an existing building located in a smaller city or outer neighborhood.
A realistic price range for a typical luxury property good in the Denmark market in 2026 would be approximately 15 million to 35 million DKK (around $2.27 million to $5.29 million or €2.01 million to €4.69 million), which typically gets you a 180 square meter or larger penthouse or signature waterfront unit in prime Copenhagen locations like Indre By, Christianshavn, or Nordhavn.
By the way, you will find much more detailed price ranges in our property pack covering the real estate market in Denmark.
Are Denmark property listing prices close to the actual sale price in 2026?
The estimated difference between listing prices and actual sale prices in Denmark in 2026 is approximately 1% higher for closed prices nationwide, meaning properties typically sell slightly above their final asking price.
In Copenhagen's high-demand districts, closed prices often run 3% to 5% higher than final listing prices when bidding competition is strong. The variation is most pronounced in well-maintained apartments in desirable neighborhoods where multiple buyers compete, while properties needing renovation or located in slower markets may sell below the original listing price.
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What is the price per sq m or per sq ft for properties in Denmark in 2026?
As of early 2026, the median housing price per square meter in Denmark is approximately 37,000 DKK (around $5,590 or €4,960) and the median price per square foot is approximately 3,440 DKK (around $520 or €461). The average housing price per square meter in Denmark is approximately 38,500 DKK (around $5,820 or €5,160) and the average price per square foot is approximately 3,580 DKK (around $540 or €479).
Smaller central apartments in Copenhagen have the highest price per square meter in Denmark in 2026 because location scarcity and walkability to amenities create intense competition, especially for starter units that more buyers can afford based on total price.
In Denmark in 2026, you would find the highest price per square meter in neighborhoods like Indre By, Frederiksberg, and Hellerup with ranges around 75,000 to 130,000 DKK per square meter. You would find the lowest price per square meter ranges in outer districts like Ørestad and parts of Vanløse with ranges around 40,000 to 55,000 DKK per square meter.
How have property prices evolved in Denmark?
Property prices in Denmark have increased approximately 4% in nominal terms between January 2025 and January 2026, driven primarily by stabilized financing conditions that restored buyer confidence. Copenhagen's structurally tight supply versus strong demand continues pulling average prices upward, especially in premium neighborhoods.
Property prices in Denmark have increased approximately 60% in nominal terms over the past ten years from January 2016 to January 2026, representing about 35% real growth after adjusting for inflation. This decade-long increase reflects Copenhagen and its commuting areas becoming relatively more expensive as high-demand jobs and amenities concentrated in urban centers, while attractive neighborhoods faced undersupply constraints that shifted more adjustment to prices.
By the way, we've written a blog article detailing the latest updates on property price variations in Denmark.
Finally, if you want to know whether now is a good time to buy a property there, you can check our pack covering everything there is to know about the housing market in Denmark.
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How do prices vary by housing type in Denmark in 2026?
The estimated breakdown in the Denmark market in 2026 shows detached and terraced houses representing about 55% of listings, owner-occupied apartments making up roughly 35%, townhouses or rowhouses around 7%, and premium villas about 3%, reflecting Denmark's traditional preference for houses outside major cities and apartments within urban centers.
The average price range for owner-occupied apartments in Denmark as of the first half of 2026 is approximately 3.2 million DKK (around $484,000 or €429,000). The average price range for terraced or townhouses is approximately 3.6 million DKK (around $544,000 or €483,000). The average price range for typical detached houses is approximately 3.0 million DKK (around $453,000 or €402,000). The average price range for premium villas in Copenhagen suburbs is approximately 8 to 12 million DKK (around $1.21 to $1.81 million or €1.07 to €1.61 million).
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How do property prices compare between existing and new homes in Denmark in 2026?
The estimated difference between new construction and existing homes in Denmark in 2026 is approximately 8% to 15% higher per square meter for new builds.
This premium exists because newer homes typically offer lower near-term maintenance costs and better energy efficiency, and because the supply of well-located new construction remains limited especially in central Copenhagen where buyers are willing to pay extra.
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How do property prices vary by neighborhood in Denmark in 2026?
Østerbro in Copenhagen is known for calm parks and proximity to international schools, making it popular with families and expats. You typically find 2 to 4 room apartments with price ranges around 5.5 to 7.7 million DKK (approximately $834,000 to $1,155,000 or €740,000 to €1,024,000) as of the first half of 2026, driven by strong demand for residential quality and good schools.
Frederiksberg is considered a family-premium neighborhood that remains very central with classic apartments and high-end renovations. You typically find price ranges around 6.4 to 8.9 million DKK (approximately $963,000 to $1,348,000 or €854,000 to $1,195,000) as of the first half of 2026, reflecting its reputation for excellent quality of life and central location.
Nordhavn represents the new-build waterfront development with a contemporary feel, where you typically find newer apartments. Price ranges around 3.4 to 4.7 million DKK (approximately $514,000 to $706,000 or €456,000 to €626,000) as of the first half of 2026 reflect its position as a growing area with modern amenities but less established character than central Copenhagen.
You will find a much more detailed analysis by areas in our property pack about Denmark. Meanwhile, here is a quick summary table we have made so you can understand how prices change across areas:
| Neighborhood | Character | Price Range (DKK / $) | Per Sqm (DKK / $) | Per Sqft (DKK / $) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indre By | Central / Lifestyle | 6,800,000 - 9,350,000 DKK $1,027,000 - $1,413,000 |
80,000 - 110,000 DKK $12,087 - $16,619 |
7,432 - 10,219 DKK $1,123 - $1,544 |
| Frederiksberg | Family / Premium | 6,375,000 - 8,925,000 DKK $963,000 - $1,348,000 |
75,000 - 105,000 DKK $11,332 - $15,864 |
6,967 - 9,755 DKK $1,053 - $1,474 |
| Østerbro | Family / Expat | 5,525,000 - 7,650,000 DKK $835,000 - $1,155,000 |
65,000 - 90,000 DKK $9,821 - $13,596 |
6,038 - 8,361 DKK $912 - $1,264 |
| Christianshavn | Waterfront / Premium | 6,375,000 - 8,925,000 DKK $963,000 - $1,348,000 |
75,000 - 105,000 DKK $11,332 - $15,864 |
6,967 - 9,755 DKK $1,053 - $1,474 |
| Vesterbro | Nightlife / Commute | 5,100,000 - 7,225,000 DKK $771,000 - $1,091,000 |
60,000 - 85,000 DKK $9,066 - $12,842 |
5,574 - 7,897 DKK $842 - $1,193 |
| Nørrebro | Young / Value | 4,675,000 - 6,375,000 DKK $706,000 - $963,000 |
55,000 - 75,000 DKK $8,310 - $11,332 |
5,110 - 6,967 DKK $772 - $1,053 |
| Amagerbro / Islands Brygge | Waterfront / Commute | 4,675,000 - 6,800,000 DKK $706,000 - $1,027,000 |
55,000 - 80,000 DKK $8,310 - $12,087 |
5,110 - 7,432 DKK $772 - $1,123 |
| Nordhavn | New-build / Expat | 3,400,000 - 4,675,000 DKK $514,000 - $706,000 |
40,000 - 55,000 DKK $6,044 - $8,310 |
3,716 - 5,110 DKK $562 - $772 |
| Ørestad | New-build / Commute | 3,825,000 - 5,100,000 DKK $578,000 - $771,000 |
45,000 - 60,000 DKK $6,799 - $9,066 |
4,181 - 5,574 DKK $632 - $842 |
| Valby | Family / Value | 3,825,000 - 5,525,000 DKK $578,000 - $835,000 |
45,000 - 65,000 DKK $6,799 - $9,821 |
4,181 - 6,038 DKK $632 - $912 |
| Vanløse | Family / Entry | 3,400,000 - 4,675,000 DKK $514,000 - $706,000 |
40,000 - 55,000 DKK $6,044 - $8,310 |
3,716 - 5,110 DKK $562 - $772 |
| Hellerup (Gentofte) | Suburb / Luxury | 7,225,000 - 11,050,000 DKK $1,091,000 - $1,669,000 |
85,000 - 130,000 DKK $12,842 - $19,643 |
7,897 - 12,077 DKK $1,193 - $1,824 |
How much more do you pay for properties in Denmark when you include renovation work, taxes, and fees?
The estimated difference between buying price and total cost in Denmark in 2026 is approximately 2% to 3% for transaction taxes and fees alone, and can reach 5% to 15% additional if renovation work is needed.
If you buy a property in Denmark around 1,324,000 DKK (approximately $200,000), you would typically pay around 34,000 DKK (approximately $5,000) in taxes and fees, bringing your total to roughly 1,358,000 DKK. If the property needs light renovation work at around 8%, you would add another 106,000 DKK (approximately $16,000), ending up paying approximately 1,464,000 DKK total (around $221,000).
If you buy a property in Denmark around 3,309,000 DKK (approximately $500,000), you would typically pay around 85,000 DKK (approximately $13,000) in taxes and fees, bringing your total to roughly 3,394,000 DKK. If the property needs moderate renovation work at around 12%, you would add another 397,000 DKK (approximately $60,000), ending up paying approximately 3,791,000 DKK total (around $573,000).
If you buy a property in Denmark around 6,619,000 DKK (approximately $1,000,000), you would typically pay around 142,000 DKK (approximately $21,000) in taxes and fees, bringing your total to roughly 6,761,000 DKK. If the property needs comprehensive renovation work at around 15%, you would add another 993,000 DKK (approximately $150,000), ending up paying approximately 7,754,000 DKK total (around $1,171,000).
By the way, we keep updated a blog article detailing the property taxes and fees to factor in the total buying cost in Denmark.
Meanwhile, here is a detailed table of the additional expenses you may have to pay when buying a new property in Denmark
| Expense | Category | Estimated Cost Range |
|---|---|---|
| Deed Registration Duty | Tax / Mandatory | 1,850 DKK plus 0.6% of the purchase price (for example, on a 3.3 million DKK property, you pay approximately 21,650 DKK or around $3,270). This is the official mandatory registration tax published by the Danish Ministry of Taxation. |
| Mortgage Registration Duty | Tax / Common | Typically around 1.25% to 1.45% of the mortgage amount plus a fixed fee (the exact rate can vary by year and rule changes). For a 2.5 million DKK mortgage, this means approximately 31,000 to 36,000 DKK (around $4,700 to $5,400). |
| Buyer Legal Review | Service / Professional | Typically ranges from 10,000 to 25,000 DKK (approximately $1,500 to $3,800). This covers the lawyer reviewing contracts, checking title, and ensuring all legal documents are in order before you finalize the purchase. |
| Property Inspection | Service / Professional | Typically ranges from 5,000 to 12,000 DKK (approximately $760 to $1,810). This covers a technical inspection to identify potential structural issues, electrical problems, or other maintenance needs before you commit to buying. |
| Renovation Budget | Capital Expenditure | Can range from 5% to 15% of the purchase price depending on the property condition and your renovation ambitions. For a 3 million DKK property, light renovation might cost 150,000 DKK (around $23,000) while comprehensive updates could reach 450,000 DKK (around $68,000). |
We made this infographic to show you how property prices in Denmark compare to other big cities across the region. It breaks down the average price per square meter in city centers, so you can see how cities stack up. It’s an easy way to spot where you might get the best value for your money. We hope you like it.
What properties can you buy in Denmark in 2026 with different budgets?
With $100,000 (approximately 662,000 DKK) as of the first half of 2026, you are typically below the realistic owner-occupied market floor in Denmark. If anything exists at this price point, it would be a 30 to 40 square meter very old apartment in a remote municipality requiring heavy renovation, a small rural studio in a low-demand area in an existing building, or a partly distressed micro-unit where legal and association rules still allow owner occupation.
With $200,000 (approximately 1,324,000 DKK) as of the first half of 2026, you could typically buy a 45 to 60 square meter older apartment in a smaller city in an existing building, a small terraced house in a rural town needing modernization, or a one-bedroom apartment in outer commuter towns outside prime Copenhagen areas.
With $300,000 (approximately 1,986,000 DKK) as of the first half of 2026, you could typically buy a 60 to 75 square meter older apartment in Aarhus or Aalborg outer districts in an existing building, a small terraced house in provincial Denmark in decent condition, or possibly a very small unit in far outer Copenhagen areas, though this budget is still usually too low for central neighborhoods.
With $500,000 (approximately 3,309,000 DKK) as of the first half of 2026, you could typically buy an 80 to 100 square meter apartment in many regional cities in an existing building, a 120 to 160 square meter detached house in non-premium municipalities in an existing building, or in Copenhagen a smaller apartment in value districts depending on exact location and condition.
With $1,000,000 (approximately 6,619,000 DKK) as of the first half of 2026, you could typically buy a strong family apartment in Copenhagen mid to high-demand districts often in an existing building, a townhouse or rowhouse in good commuter neighborhoods in Copenhagen, or a smaller house or excellent apartment in premium suburbs.
With $2,000,000 (approximately 13,238,000 DKK) as of the first half of 2026, you could typically buy a large renovated apartment or near-prime townhouse in prime Copenhagen, a premium family house in Gentofte or Hellerup with size varying by exact location, or entry into the luxury waterfront or new-build segment, though still below the very top trophy units.
If you need a more detailed analysis, we have a blog article detailing what you can buy at different budget levels in Denmark.
What sources have we used to write this blog article?
Whether it's in our blog articles or the market analyses included in our property pack about Denmark, we always rely on the strongest methodology we can … and we don't throw out numbers at random.
We also aim to be fully transparent, so below we've listed the authoritative sources we used, and explained how we used them and the methods behind our estimates.
| Source Name | Why It's Authoritative | How We Used It |
|---|---|---|
| Statistics Denmark - Sales of Real Property | This is Denmark's official statistics agency, and this series is based on registered property transactions across the country. | We used it to anchor the market narrative about what is happening to prices and when the next official update arrives. We also used it to justify why January 2026 numbers mostly rely on the latest fully reported quarters rather than same-month final prices. |
| Statistics Denmark - Consumer Price Index | This is the official inflation measure used across Denmark for CPI-based inflation calculations. | We used it to estimate inflation-corrected real price changes versus one year ago and ten years ago. We also used it to keep the article consistent with how Denmark typically talks about inflation. |
| Danmarks Nationalbank - Exchange Rates | This is Denmark's central bank, publishing the official daily exchange rate statistics it uses in its own work. | We used it as the authoritative reference for what exchange rate data means in Denmark. We then applied a practical USD conversion rate to express prices in dollars for international readers. |
| Finance Denmark - Housing Supply Statistics | This is the mortgage and banking industry association publishing long-running housing market statistics with transparent definitions. | We used it to explain why listing prices differ from transaction prices and why bidding or markdowns happen. We also used its coverage note on internet listings to justify how representative listing indicators are. |
| Skatteministeriet - Registration Duty Rates | This is the Danish Ministry of Taxation's official published rates for registration duties. | We used it to compute buyer costs, specifically the deed registration duty in the taxes and fees section. We also used it to provide a realistic all-in budget beyond just the headline price. |
| Multilaw - Real Estate Guide Denmark | This is a professional legal network summarizing standard statutory costs and market practice with clearly stated assumptions. | We used it to support the mortgage registration duty level and the stated 2026 change, which matters for all-in purchase costs. We treated it as a secondary legal practice reference alongside the official tax rate page. |
| Exchange-rates.org - USD/DKK 2025 Average | This is a transparent, checkable conversion history useful for reader-friendly dollar equivalents. | We used it only to convert DKK amounts into approximate USD for readability in this article. We kept DKK as the real unit and treated USD as a helpful translation. |
| Financial Times - Nordhavn Pricing Examples | This is a major newspaper quoting concrete transaction and listing examples with price per square meter ranges from market participants. | We used it as a reality check example for luxury and prime new-build Copenhagen price levels. We also used it for giving a concrete high-end unit example to illustrate the top of the market. |
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