Studio Berlin, Germany, 35 sq.m

Today's singles might need masses of space on their hard drives, but not in their apartments. They love minimalism, style and functionality. They love the lifestyle. They want to live at the intersection of three of Berlin's trendiest districts: Kreuzberg, Friedrichshain and Neukolln. This 1-room apartment on the 1st floor of has everything modern singles need on 35 square meters of living space. There's a living room with studio kitchen, sleeping area, bathroom and balcony. And less space does not mean less comfort: Oak parquet flooring, underfloor heating, a fitted kitchen and brand-name bathroom leave no doubts as to the outstanding quality of this apartment. The surrounding area has everything, close at hand: co-working spaces, bars, clubs, start-ups, outstanding local amenities and optimal transport connections. Only one thing is in short supply: housing. Large numbers of people move to Berlin every year, but there are nowhere near enough vacant or newly built rental apartments (vacancy rate 0.8%). Yet another reason this investment is such a sure thing.
Where the Berlin Wall once cast its long shadow, Berlin is now in a state of constant evolution. A host of new residential complexes offer ultra-modern apartments, while exciting commercial developments are creating space for start-ups, restaurants, cafes and bars. Along the banks of the Spree River, Treptower Park is an oasis of expansive greenery, while the neighboring Insel der Jugend is a feast for the Landwehr Canal is also just moments away, providing the perfect backdrop for a leisurely stroll or an invigorating jog. And when you're ready for a night out, there are so many clubs to choose from, including Badeschiff and Club der Visionare. This neighborhood in Alt-Treptow, where Friedrichshain, Kreuzberg and Neukolln intersect, is well on the way to becoming one of the most attractive residential areas in the whole of Berlin. Investment with substantial value appreciation potential: Prices for new-build 1- and 2-room units have almost doubled within the last seven years
Rents rising continuously in response to population and household growth and housing shortage (vacancy rate 0.8%)
Start-up capital: 18% of Germany’s new companies are founded in Berlin
Highly desirable area with co-working spaces, bars and clubs, start-ups, outstanding local amenities
• High-end features: oak parquet flooring, floor-to-ceiling windows, balcony
Fitted kitchen can be extended with a SieMatic kitchen island for an additional charge
Tranquil courtyard with bicycle parking spaces
Berlin calling: Invest in the next generation housing trend