Property & Housing

Property tax calculator Germany

With three values you get a comprehensible estimate of the annual property tax.

Updated on Apr 21, 2026 Calculator, calculation path and examples on one page

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Property tax value

Tax indicator (‰)

Municipal assessment rate (%)

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Examples

180,000 euros property tax value, assessment rate 470 percent.

Property tax per year: €262.26

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350,000 euros property tax value, assessment rate 520 percent.

Property tax per year: €564.20

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Higher reading of 0.34‰.

Property tax per year: €585.48

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FAQ

How is property tax calculated?

Property tax value × tax rate × assessment rate.

Who sets the assessment rate?

The respective community. That's why the values often differ significantly from place to place.

Does the federal model apply everywhere?

No. Some federal states use their own models.

Can I pass on the property tax to tenants?

For rented properties, in many cases yes, via the operating cost statement.

When is property tax due?

Four quarterly appointments per year are typical.

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Sources and notes

Formula: Property tax = property tax value × tax rate × assessment rate
Note: New rules have been in effect since 2025; Country models are not included here.