Real estate location – Location makes the difference between investments with the aim of yield (direct income, mostly B and C locations) or in an investment property (“speculation” on appreciation, A locations). The current Lukinski Rating 2025 on the attractiveness of cities in Germany, over 40,000 inhabitants. After that, it gets interesting, as we take a look at the hidden champions, with top Lukinski A+ rating and D- rating and higher risk. Are you looking for low-cost financing in Germany? Check conditions and providers in my comparison 2025.

Lukinski Rating: Location & Attractiveness

If you want to buy your first property, you will quickly hear about the different types of locations. But how can you assess the attractiveness of cities? Especially if it is not about the well-known cities in A-locations, as well as Munich, Hamburg, Berlin, Cologne, Frankfurt or Düsseldorf.

The Capital Investment Atlas Germany also takes a look at almost 500 cities in Germany and compares their attractiveness and development.

This is not a recommendation to buy. The rating is for general information purposes.