For a pittance: in Croatia, houses are offered to families under unusual conditions

By Tychyna TetianaJan 26, 2024 22:45 PMNews
Share:
Croatian town. Source: Freepik

The authorities of the Croatian town of Legrad, home to about 2,000 residents, are offering a new round of free houses to attract young families to the region. The town is located on the winding Drava River, which forms the border with neighboring Hungary.

The incredible price of 13 cents surprises potential owners. Why a house in Legrad is worth so little and what is the trick, the mayor writes.

The publication about the new program of the tiny town's municipality appeared recently. This is not the first time the authorities have engaged residents in such an intriguing way. It is reported that the cost of a house will be 13 euro cents.

The first houses were sold under this program in 2018, and three families have already moved in. A total of 5 houses were sold, ready for new residents.

Conditions for moving into such a house

A potential candidate for housing must be under 45 years old, be in a married or non-marital partnership, have no criminal record, or own any other property.

Why is a house so cheap

This is quite simple to explain when it comes to Legrad. Last year, Croatia adopted the euro as its currency, but previously the kuna was used. The program used to be known as "Houses for Kuna," and since 1 kuna was trading for 0.13 euros at the time of the currency conversion, this gives an idea of how the authorities came up with this price.

Other low-cost housing programs in Europe

A similar program operates in other European countries. For example, the Italian authorities are attracting families under a new program called "A Case for 1 Euro" or "Homes for 1 Euro." It is noted that French cities are also using a similar approach to solve their demographic problems, such as the town of Saint-Amand-Montrone.

The mayor of Legras, Ivan Saboljić, is confident that the new program will have a positive impact on the demographic situation. He has already noted that they have welcomed three new families who have joined them. He also emphasized that the arrival of new residents has increased the number of children in kindergartens.

Top Articles

Not Just a Suitcase: My Personal Checklist for Smart Travelers in 2025

Mar 3, 2025 18:00 PM

Practical Eco-Friendly Travel Solutions for Sustainable Tourism

Feb 14, 2025 15:00 PM

Top Tips for Securing Your Luggage and Preventing Loss

Feb 7, 2025 14:00 PM

Your Guide to Hand Luggage and Baggage Rules

Feb 4, 2025 20:00 PM
More News

Football Camp in the Maldives Offers a New Experience for Traveling Families

Mar 10, 2025 22:24 PM

American Airlines Enhances Dining for Travelers with Expanded Menu

Mar 10, 2025 20:49 PM

Uzbekistan Strengthens Legal Protections for Tourists

Mar 10, 2025 18:31 PM

Vietjet’s Hanoi-Shanghai Route Expands Travel Opportunities

Mar 10, 2025 16:25 PM

Travel Disruptions Ahead as Cambrian Line Undergoes Major Upgrades

Mar 10, 2025 14:48 PM

AirAsia Announces Lower Fares for 2025 Travelers

Mar 10, 2025 12:32 PM

New Stargazing Destinations in Hawaii Transform Nighttime Travel

Mar 9, 2025 20:48 PM

AirAsia Philippines Expands Affordable Travel Options

Mar 9, 2025 16:36 PM

Cheltenham Festival 2025 Travel Guide for Adventurous Visitors

Mar 8, 2025 23:26 PM

Delta Expands Service to Green Bay with More Flights

Mar 8, 2025 21:32 PM

EU Introduces New Border Procedures Impacting Travelers

Mar 8, 2025 19:55 PM

Air Canada Expands Culinary Offerings on Japan Routes

Mar 7, 2025 23:22 PM

Marriott Expands in Caribbean & Latin America

Mar 7, 2025 21:49 PM

Emirates and Trip.com Strengthen Partnership to Enhance Travel Experience

Mar 7, 2025 19:34 PM

TransPennine Express Introduces Cost-Effective Travel Deals

Mar 7, 2025 17:48 PM

Philippine Airlines Increases Domestic Flight Availability

Mar 7, 2025 15:23 PM

Major Easter Rail Disruptions to Impact UK Travelers

Mar 7, 2025 13:36 PM

April Travel Rules Changes

Mar 6, 2025 22:21 PM

Major Easter Rail Disruptions Impacting Key Travel Routes

Mar 6, 2025 20:32 PM

Security Breach at Innsbruck Airport

Mar 6, 2025 18:58 PM

ScotRail Expands Capacity for Six Nations Match

Mar 5, 2025 23:23 PM

Emirates Expands Digital Access Through Expedia Partnership

Mar 5, 2025 21:44 PM

Lufthansa Integrates Local Transit into Express Rail Service

Mar 5, 2025 19:51 PM

KLM Enhances Baggage Tracking with Apple’s Find My Integration

Mar 5, 2025 10:36 AM

Why Traveling Off-Season Is Becoming the Smart Choice for Explorers

Mar 4, 2025 12:29 PM

New Direct Route to Skopje Opens Up the Balkans for Travelers

Mar 4, 2025 09:41 AM