Berlin is facing a housing crisis fueled by overpriced short-term rentals. New arrivals struggle to find affordable long-term rentals, often resorting to costly short-term options. This trend, driven by companies exploiting the rental market, has prompted city council members in Neukölln to propose a ban on converting long-term apartments into short-term rentals, highlighting concerns over building regulations. Other districts, like Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf, are exploring similar measures. The aim is to preserve affordable housing for residents and mitigate the crisis exacerbated by high rental costs.
Neukölln city councillor Jochen Biedermann contends the conversion of long-term apartments into short-term rentals contravenes current building regulations, underscoring the need for stricter controls.
The proliferation of overpriced short-term rentals is pushing long-term residents out, making it increasingly difficult for new arrivals to secure affordable housing in Berlin's competitive market.
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