Slovenia Property - An Property Investment For Long Term Growth

Slovenia property investment is more popular than ever, for both investment purposes and second holiday homes. Slovenia was recently rated one of the top ten countries for property investment in the world and forecast growth for the next 10 years is 278% +. Let’s look at why Slovenia property is such a hot investment property market.

For investment purposes Slovenia property is relatively cheap and prices start at around $50,000 and with capital gains in excess of 30% per year, many investors are buying not only to get great capital growth but also valuable rental income.

Slovenia property for sale is in demand and this market has a long way to run in terms of upside potential. The strong price rises in Slovenia property values are based upon – geographical location, natural beauty and a booming economy.

A Top Ten Property Investment Location
In the next decade capital growth is forecast to be around 278% by property specialist program "A place in the Sun" and it was named in the top ten, in terms of best property investment locations.

Let’s consider the advantages of Slovenian property investment.

1. Location
Slovenia is a compact diverse country, around half the size of Switzerland (or the the size of Wales) and has borders with:
Austria, Croatia. Hungary and Italy.

It is at the heart of Europe, sitting between the old west and the new emerging economies of the east.

2. Natural Beauty

It’s only a small, but one which is diverse, with areas of outstanding natural beauty that have yet to see mass tourism.

There are snow capped mountains, fairytale alpine forests, valleys with vineyards and a stretch of stunning coastline on the Adriatic.

3. Economic Factors

Slovenia is one of the newest countries of the European Economic Union (EEC) and this has resulted in an economy that is showing strong growth.

There has been considerable investment in the country as its new EU status has added confidence.

It now has the highest GDP of the new member states.

With solid economic growth, a strong demand for quality housing has emerged and Ljubljana the (capital) has already seen strong growth of 30% or more in many areas.

Property in Ljubljana.

The most popular place to buy with overseas property investors. The city is compact and has been likened to a smaller more intimate Prague, in terms of appearance. Land development laws are strict and are curtailing the supply new homes. Prices are of course rising in response to the increased demand and short supply.

Capital growth is strong and there is the additional advantage to earn solid rental incomes from the buoyant buy-to-let market.

Many property investors start buying in the capital but Slovenia has many destinations all with their own unique advantages.

2. Primorska located on the Adriatic coast.

The town of Piran is a great place to buy. This small Venetian town with cobbled streets, beautiful church spires and fishing port, is at the centre of the growing coastal tourist trade.

3. Gorenjska
The Gorenjska Region stretches from the Hills of Škofja Loka, to the famous mountain of Triglav which is popular with the skiing community. Other popular towns in the area include Kranj and Jezersko.

4. Bled and Bohinj.

These two lake side resorts, are popular with tourists and have many attractions.

4. Pohorje Mountains & Maribor

Slovenia’s largest ski resort is in the Pohorje Mountains which is the home to the popular Mariborsko Pohorje ski resort.

This resort is known for its great white ski slopes, cross-country trails, which are located in an area of outstanding natural beauty, amongst dense forests, rugged mountains dotted with clear rivers and streams.

Nearby, the city of Maribor is Slovenia’s second-largest and one of the most popular places to buy investment property.

Kranjska Gora
This ski resort is located in Zgornjesavska one of the most stunning and beautiful of Slovenia’s Alpine valleys. And the Julian Alps are popular with skiers from all over the world.

The Soca Valley

This area is dominated by the Soca River with its turquoise hue and crystal clean water it is a natural wonder and the whole area is geared toward the great outdoors with a variety of sports catered for from fishing to white water rafting.

Purchasing a Property in Slovenia

As with any emerging market, location is the key.

There are plenty of specialist property companies to help you find a Slovenian property that’s just right for you. Buying is straightforward and finance options are available.

Buying Slovenia property means you can buy in an emerging market which offers excellent long term capital growth potential with low risk.
Take a look at buying investment property in Slovenia and see the potential for yourself.

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By Michelle Hendrix
Published: 10/22/2007
 
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