The rental housing market in Ukraine remains more affordable than in Poland. In major Ukrainian cities, renting an apartment can cost $400-500, while similar options in Poland range from $800. This is reported by
Glavkomciting a study by Olx.
Comparison of Rental Prices
In August 2025, the median rent for apartments in Ukraine increased compared to last year. The average prices are approximately: around $300 for one-bedroom, $420 for two-bedroom, and $630 for three-bedroom apartments.
One-bedroom
The highest prices are recorded in Lviv ($432) and Kyiv ($408). In Dnipro and Odesa, rental rates fluctuate between $260-280, while the cheapest options remain in Kharkiv – only $108. In Poland, however, the median price is significantly higher – $605. In Warsaw, rent reaches $689, in Gdańsk – $635, while in Kraków, Poznań, and Wrocław, apartments cost between $510 and $590.
Two-bedroom
In Kyiv, the cost of two-bedroom apartments reaches $720, in Lviv – $501. In Dnipro and Odesa, prices are maintained at around $360-370, while in Kharkiv – only $168. In Poland, the median price is $780: in Warsaw – $891, in Gdańsk – $797, and in Kraków, Poznań, and Wrocław – from $680 to $780.
Three-bedroom
The most expensive three-bedroom apartments are located in Kyiv ($1303), while in Lviv they cost almost half as much – $648. In Odesa and Dnipro, prices fluctuate between $450-500, in Kharkiv – only $240. In Poland, the median price reaches $970: in Warsaw – $1161, in Gdańsk – $999, and in Kraków, Poznań, and Wrocław – $810-950.
Overall, over the year, rents in Ukraine have increased by 15-25%, while in Poland the growth was only 5-10%. Despite this, housing in Poland remains on average 80-100% more expensive than in Ukraine.
Comparison of Demand and Supply
In August 2025, the number of apartments for rent in the largest cities of Ukraine decreased by 8%. The most significant drop in offers was recorded in Kharkiv – nearly twice as much compared to last year. Meanwhile, in Poland, the supply in the rental market slightly increased – by 1.5%. Regarding demand, it has decreased in both countries. For example, in Ukraine, the number of inquiries has decreased by 11%, while in Poland by 15%.
At the same time, in Ukraine, 59% of inquiries concern one-bedroom apartments, while in Poland, two-bedroom apartments are more popular (50% of demand).
As reported, the most significant increase in offers for the sale of secondary housing occurred in Zakarpattia and Cherkasy regions. Meanwhile, there was a significant reduction in ads in Volyn and Kyiv.
It is worth mentioning that real estate sales are an important legal process that requires careful preparation. For the transaction to proceed without delays and risks, the seller must prepare a complete package of necessary documents in advance.
Glavkomciting the Central Interregional Office of the Ministry of Justice in Kyiv outlines what documents the seller must have for a successful purchase and sale agreement.
The comparison of rental prices for housing in Ukraine and Poland shows that even taking into account the price increase in Ukraine, housing here remains on average 80-100% cheaper than in Poland. The number of offers in the rental market in Ukraine has decreased, while in Poland it has slightly increased, but both countries are experiencing a decrease in demand. These dynamics could affect the further development of the real estate market in both countries.