What does owning a home in Croatia cost each year?
Enter the home's value, size and how you will use it to see the yearly taxes and running costs. Every rate comes from our reviewed country data.
Your yearly costs
Property value (EUR): €200,000 · Usable area (m²): 70 · Second home, not let
- Property tax: €42 – €560 €0.60–8.00 per m² of usable floor area a year, set by each municipality (125 apply the €0.60 minimum). Not charged on your main home or on a home let long-term for at least 10 months a year.
- Building fees: Varies Apartments in complexes with a pool, lifts or security pay monthly maintenance; ask for last year's figures before you buy.
- Insurance: Varies Not mandatory in most places, but sensible on the coast and in earthquake zones; get a quote.
Yearly total: €42 – €560 · About €4 – €47 a month
Lines marked "varies" are not in the total.
An estimate from published rates, not tax advice. Local rates, double taxation treaties and your own situation can change the figures; confirm with a local accountant.
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Questions about owning a home in Croatia
How much is property tax in Croatia?
€0.60–8.00 per m² of usable floor area a year, set by the municipality. Your main home and homes let long-term (10+ months a year) are exempt.
How is rental income taxed in Croatia?
Long-term lets: 12% after a flat 30% deduction. Holiday lets usually pay a flat yearly amount per bed instead.