Neighborhood Profile

real estate in HafenCity

The HafenCity offers living at the highest level in one of Europe's most spectacular urban waterfront locations. The hallmarks of internationally renowned architectural firms shape the district. The Elbphilharmonie has become a landmark of Hamburg with international appeal.

Median purchase price

€12,800/m²

Type of living space

120 - 320 m²

Land area

2005 – 2026

Year-over-year value appreciation

+ 5,4 %

About the situation

Housing at the water, reimagined

HafenCity is Hamburg's youngest district. It was created as a completely new urban quarter at the beginning of the 2000s on former port areas and is still growing. Living by the water is the promise this district delivers brilliantly. The modern building ensembles were designed by renowned international architects. HafenCity is crowned by the Elbphilharmonie, Hamburg's new landmark, which has also established itself as a world-class concert hall.

What the HafenCity distinguishes

Harbor atmosphere

Yacht harbor, public squares and waterfront terraces, cruise terminal — a maritime flair characterizes the district

Internationally renowned architecture

Herzog & de Meuron, David Chipperfield, Behnisch, KCAP — Curated Urban Development Quality at a World-Class Level

Smart Homes with Service

The HafenCity is Hamburg's most modern district – many residential buildings offer digital technology, concierge services, and comfort standards at an international level.

Neighborhood of short distances

Whether it's the Elbphilharmonie, the new Westfield shopping center, the Maritime Museum, or the Speicherstadt – everything is within walking distance in just a few minutes.

About the situation

For whom the HafenCity? the correct address is

International Buyers & Investors

International investors appreciate the combination of waterfront location, modern infrastructure, and long-term development potential.

Working Professionals & Empty Nesters

Anyone who wants to live in Hamburg in a modern, central, and uncomplicated way will find an urban environment here with accessibility, short distances, and a high quality of life.

Living avant-garde

International leading architects and urban planners – from Herzog & de Meuron to Chipperfield and KCAP – shape the growing district with their buildings.

Infrastructure & Lifestyle

What the HafenCity in everyday life makes out

Schools & Education

Kühne Logistics University
Bilingual elementary school
International Schools within reach
Kites

Sports & Clubs

HafenCity Run (annual)
SUP & Sailing
Fitness First Marco-Polo-Tower
North German Regatta Association
Outdoor bootcamps

Nature & Culture

Elbe Philharmonic Hall
International Maritime Museum
Speicherstadt & Miniature Wonderland
Lohse Park & Magellan Terraces
Bucerius Kunst Forum (City Center)

Gastronomy & Catering

The Cube, Coast by east, Carls (Elbphilharmonie)
Westfield Hamburg-Überseequartier
Boutique bakeries
Boilerman Bar

Connection

Central anchored

Suburban train

U4 to Überseequartier, Main Station in approx. 10 min.

Autobahn

Aufahrt A1 near Hamm in a few minutes

Airport

Hamburg Airport in about 30 minutes by car

Main Station

reachable in about 10 minutes

Market data

The market in HafenCity

Current Median Figures — Curated by Hamburg Sotheby’s. As of May 2026.

€12,800/m²

Median purchase price

~70 days

Marketing media

+ 5,4 %

Price development

Adjacent locations

New Town

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Your contact person

Eike C. Schulz

Director Hamburg | Real Estate Professional

+49 174 64 888 64

eike.schulz@hamburg-sothebysrealty.com

Contact Person for HafenCity

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