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Updated July 2026

Is investing in Batumi worth it in 2026?

Primary-market prices from $1,865/sqm, gross yields of 7.4–8.6% (Galt & Taggart 2025), record tourism — and an openly stated oversupply. When Batumi makes sense and when it doesn’t, explained with data.

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Updated July 2026

How much does an apartment in Batumi cost?

Studios from $52,000, 1-bedrooms from $84,000, family-size from $121,000. Bands based on the 2025 primary-market average of $1,865/sqm (Galt & Taggart). Comparison with Antalya, Varna and Split included.

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Updated July 2026

How much tax do you pay on property in Georgia?

Residential rent taxed at a flat 5%, capital gains at 0% after 2 years of ownership, 20% flat territorial income tax, 1% Small Business Status. The comparison with Italy, sourced from PwC Jan 2026.

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Updated July 2026

How do you buy property in Georgia from abroad?

You can buy fully remotely in 4 steps: choose at a distance, sign, pay (wire, cash or crypto) and register: 1 procedure, 1 day (World Bank). Foreigners own apartments outright.

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Updated July 2026

Does buying property in Georgia grant residency?

A property with a market value of at least $100,000 opens the door to a property-based residence permit (threshold to be verified when applying). And EU citizens already stay 365 days visa-free.

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