Real estate investment has always been considered the most stable form of investment. But today, as the real estate market undergoes changes and tourism in Serbia reaches record levels, there are even more reasons why now is the right time to decide to purchase an apartment.
Below we highlight five key arguments.
1. Stable return through renting
The combination of short-term and long-term apartment rentals makes this investment secure.
- Short-term rentals are on the rise thanks to the growth of tourism and the increasing popularity of “mini vacations” in spas and natural destinations.
- Long-term tenants come from the local population, as well as those who want to live outside of Belgrade, with the possibility of remote work.
For the investment buyer of real estate, this means a constant influx of potential tenants and a stable return.
2. Growing demand in smaller cities with strong amenities
More and more people realize that smaller cities can offer a better quality of life — provided they have enough amenities. Bekatown being built in Aranđelovac is a great example: the most modern wellness & spa center, park, promenade, and sports facilities make it a location that combines nature and urban rhythm. Cities like Aranđelovac are becoming attractive not only for living but also for investment buyers of real estate who want to take advantage of the trend of “moving from large cities to smaller, but quality environments.”
3. Tourism raises the value of the location
According to the Statistical Office of the Republic, in December 2024, Serbia recorded 5.8% more tourists and 8.1% more overnight stays compared to the same month of the previous year.
Specifically for Aranđelovac, the tourist organization states that the number of overnight stays in 2023 increased by as much as 47.5% compared to 2022, and the trend continued into 2024.
What does this mean for investment buyers of real estate? The demand for short-term accommodation is rising, and apartments in places like Aranđelovac are becoming increasingly attractive for renting throughout the year.
4. Premium amenities mean differentiation in the market
It is not the same when you invest in an apartment that offers only square footage and location, and in an apartment that comes with additional amenities. Complexes that include wellness, parks, promenades, and sports zones are becoming “mini-cities” — and that is precisely what sets the real estate offering in the Bekatown neighborhood apart from the competition.