Since the 1950s, apartments in Germany have grown by an average of 25 square meters – but by 2050, they could become smaller again

Infografik of January 9, 2026

The infographic of DIW-Weekly Report 1-2/2026 shows the trend in average apartment size in Germany from 1965 to 2050. It consists of three data points presented in a timeline format: 1965: Average apartment size was 69 square meters, with 4 rooms and 2.7 residents. 2024: Average apartment size increased to 94 square meters, with 4.4 rooms and 2 residents. 2050 (projection): Average apartment size is expected to decrease slightly to 88.5 square meters, assuming constant construction figures, demolition rates, and living space trends. The title indicates that since the 1950s, apartments in Germany have grown by about 25 square meters, but they may become smaller again by 2050. The source is DIW Berlin, based on Destatis data and authors’ calculations.

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Topics: Real estate and housing

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