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Prime market notes, autumn 2026

Our quarterly read on prime coastal and lakeside homes across Europe — prices, timing and what buyers ask for now.

Demand for homes with an exceptional outlook continued to outpace the wider prime market this quarter, with average time-to-sale shortening in four of our six regions.

What buyers ask for

Workspace with daylight, outdoor rooms rather than gardens, and energy performance that doesn’t compromise large glazing.

Timing

Autumn listings remain the most negotiable. If you are selling, the first two weeks of September and March still attract the most serious viewings.

Written by

Jonas Brandt

Head of Northern Europe

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