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219.000 €
Apartment
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Basic information
TypeApartment
LocationRovinj
Living area27.4 m²
Bedrooms1
Bathrooms1
Floor2
Energy classE
Features
- Garage
- Garden
- Air Conditioning
- Furnished
Exclusive listing
A one-bedroom apartment on the second floor of a small residential building in the centre of Rovinj is for sale, just around a hundred metres from the sea and all the amenities of the old town.
The apartment was thoroughly renovated in 2017, when completely new electrical and plumbing installations were fitted. During the renovation, the original stone walls inside the apartment were preserved, as were those in the building's shared hallway, keeping the authentic look of this traditional Rovinj stone building.
The apartment comprises:
- a living room
- a kitchen with dining area
- one bedroom
- a bathroom
Thanks to its great location in the centre of Rovinj, right by the sea, with restaurants, cafés and everything you need for a comfortable stay year-round, the apartment is a solid choice whether you are looking for a primary residence, a holiday home, or an investment property with short-term rental potential.
PLEASE NOTE:
- The apartment is registered and categorised for tourist rental.
- The building has a total of 4 residential units.
- The property is divided into separate ownership units (etažiranje).
- The building holds a valid occupancy permit.
- All conditions are in place for re-categorisation of tourist accommodation.
- The current owner of this apartment is also the owner of the remaining residential units in the building and commits to providing the new owner with the necessary consent to resume tourist rental activity.
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Frequently asked questions
Yes. EU/EEA citizens buy apartments, houses and building land on the same terms as Croatians. Non-EU citizens (including UK, US, Canadian and Australian nationals) can buy under reciprocity rules but may need approval from the Ministry of Justice, which typically takes 3–12+ months. Many non-EU buyers instead set up a Croatian limited company (d.o.o.) to purchase — see our foreign buyers guide for details.
You start with an offer and reservation (a fee of roughly €1,000–€5,000), then sign a preliminary contract with a 10% deposit. The main contract is signed before a notary and the balance is paid, followed by a tax filing within 30 days. Finally the land registry is updated to record you as owner, which usually takes 4–12 weeks.
As of 2026, second-hand properties carry a 3% real-estate transfer tax, while new builds include 25% VAT in the developer’s quoted price instead. On top of that, budget for notary fees (roughly €200–€700), a lawyer (€800–€2,000) and a court interpreter if needed (€150–€300). All in, expect roughly 7–8% on top of the asking price; confirm current figures with your lawyer or agency.
In Croatia the buyer pays the agency commission, and 3% + VAT of the purchase price is the standard in Rovinj. We are an information portal, not the agent — we connect you to Casale Real Estate, a licensed local agency, who represents you through the purchase. We keep this transparent up front: buying through the agency is not free for buyers.
It is strongly advisable. An independent lawyer costs roughly €800–€2,000 on a typical purchase and verifies the title, checks for liens and confirms building permits before you commit. This is separate from the notary, who formalizes the contract but does not represent your interests. As of 2026, confirm current norms with your lawyer or the agency.
Financing options for non-residents vary by bank and by your citizenship and income situation. As of 2026, the practical route is to speak directly with Croatian banks or a local mortgage broker early, since approval and paperwork for foreign buyers can add time. Your lawyer or the agency can point you to banks that work with international buyers.
For EU buyers with paperwork in order, a straightforward purchase can complete within a couple of months, with the land-registry update alone usually taking 4–12 weeks. Non-EU citizens buying in their own name should allow much longer, as Ministry of Justice approval can take 3–12+ months. Setting up a Croatian company to buy is often faster than waiting on that approval.
Owning property does not automatically grant residency; non-EU owners remain subject to Schengen rules (90 days in 180), with separate routes like the digital-nomad visa or temporary residence. You can rent it out, but short-term letting requires a tourism permit and registration in the eVisitor system, and unlicensed rental carries substantial penalties. Confirm the current setup with your lawyer or accountant.