Qualified rent index for Erlangen
Rent index 2025-2027
The rent index 2025-2027 was published on October 1. It is available as an online rent index with automatic calculation of the local comparative rent and as a brochure for printing (PDF download). You also have the option of ordering printed copies for a nominal fee of 3 euros per copy (plus postage costs).
In the 2025-2027 rent index, the location of the apartment is determined differently than in previous editions. While the online rent index continues to calculate everything automatically, you will also need the address list for the location features for the rent index brochure. You can also have the location features calculated using the "Determine location features" application.
The rent index 2023 is available for download further down on this page ("Can I also get older editions of the Erlangen rent index?"). The online rent index 2023 can also still be accessed there.
Rent index 2025-2027 PDF file for download
Rent index 2025-2027 Address list for location features as PDF file for download *
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* Note: Unfortunately, there was an error in one location feature (distance to the nearest supermarket over 1,000 m). This error was corrected on 7.11.2025. This affects the online rent index, the "Determine location features" application and the address list for location features. We apologize for this.
Service for you
The rent index provides you with an overview of local comparative rents for apartments and single-family homes in Erlangen. The information makes it easier for parties to rental agreements to make decisions on rent matters and is intended to prevent disputes and court proceedings as far as possible. In this way, it contributes to an objective discussion about rents.
You can use the rent index to determine the local comparative rent. It is not used to set prices. The local comparative rent only includes the pure net cold rent in euros per square meter. "Operating or ancillary costs" are not included. The basic net rent is calculated as a function of the living space. The influence of the type, furnishings, condition and location of the apartments and single-family homes is taken into account when determining the local comparative rent with percentage mark-ups and mark-downs.
Scientific background
The rent index was prepared in accordance with recognized scientific principles and approved as a qualified rent index by the Erlangen City Council at its meeting on 28 October 2023. It replaces the previously valid rent index 2021 as of this date.
The Erlangen rent index 2021 was compiled on the basis of a representative empirical survey in the period from January to May 2021 on the basis of new contracts and rent increases over the last six years (February 2015 to January 2021 inclusive). In accordance with the provisions of the German Civil Code (BGB), these results were updated with the help of a new survey of tenant households in the period from January to May 2023. The 2023 rent index is valid until it is updated in 2025.
Information for tenants and landlords
For many years, the Bavarian Ministry of Justice has published a compact brochure that answers many questions about tenancy law. It is available free of charge both in printed form and as a PDF file for download: Tips for tenants and landlords
Legal admissibility of rent increases
The rent index makes no statement on the legal admissibility of a rent increase request (existing rents) or the legal admissibility of the rent level for re-letting (rent cap).
Do you have any questions about the rent index?
Please feel free to contact us! Here you will find our contact options & opening hours.
FAQ - Frequently asked questions
Qualified rent indexes must be updated after two years and newly created after a further two years. In 2027, the rent index 2025-2027 must be updated on a regular basis. Publication is scheduled for October 1, 2027.
No, it only contains information on the net rent.
You can purchase the Erlangen rent index for a nominal fee of 3 euros from the information desk on the first floor of the town hall, from the tourist information office at Goethestr. 21a (diagonally opposite the train station) and from the tenants' and landlords' associations.
| Opening hours | Citizens' office | Tourist Information Office |
| Monday | 08 - 18 o'clock | 09 - 12:30 and 13:00 - 16:00 |
| Tuesday | 08 - 18 o'clock | 09 - 12:30 and 13:00 - 16:00 |
| Wednesday | 08 - 12 a.m. | 09 - 12:30 and 13:00 - 16:00 |
| Thursday | 08 a.m. - 6 p.m. | 09 - 12:30 and 13:00 - 16:00 |
| Friday | 08 - 12 o'clock | 09 - 12:30 and 13:00 - 16:00 |
The statistics office will of course also send you the rent index. Please use the order form at the top of this page.
No, it only takes into account residential space. Information on rent levels and the supply situation for commercial premises (production space, office and store space, warehouses, etc.) can be obtained from the City of Erlangen's Economic Development Department.
You can download all previous issues free of charge as PDF files here. If you need a printed copy, please contact us!
The documentation is available here as a PDF file. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact the municipal statistics office (phone 09131-862166). They can also provide you with a printed copy of the documentation if required.
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Rent index Erlangen
We are responsible for compiling the Erlangen rent index, advising on its use and sending out printed copies of the rent index.
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