How to read transaction prices for flats in Warsaw
A city-wide price is only a starting point — in Warsaw the real level depends on the district, the street and the standard of the specific building.
When comparing, it is worth looking at specific areas, including Śródmieście, Wola, Rondo Daszyńskiego, Odolany, Mokotów, Służewiec, Żoliborz, Bielany, Ochota and Saska Kępa. The city name alone is not enough, because the gaps between addresses can be wider than between districts.
A transaction price is a reference point
A transaction price shows what similar flats actually changed hands for. You still have to check whether you are comparing a similar standard, floor area, building and location.
When assessing an offer, check:
- access to the metro, trams, the SKM and KM commuter trains or the WKD
- travel time across the bridges and main arteries at rush hour
- the gap between the centre, the office districts and the outskirts
- building condition, parking and planned renovations in older stock
- access to schools, services and greenery without driving every day
What you can check in mScanner for a flat in Warsaw
You can start from a specific address or location. mScanner helps gather in one place the things you would normally have to check separately.
- prices of flats nearby and the price map
- the commute to work, school, the centre or other places that matter to you
- access to public transport, services and greenery
- noise, the local zoning plan (MPZP) and local risks
- a side-by-side comparison of several saved flats
Warsaw and the surrounding area
It is worth comparing Warsaw with the towns around it — Piaseczno, Pruszków, Legionowo, Ząbki, Marki, Otwock or Grodzisk Mazowiecki. The outskirts can buy more space, but you have to count the commute and how dependent you become on a car.
From a city average to a specific flat
The median describes the whole market — a real decision depends on the specific address. In mScanner you open the price map for Warsaw, check prices in your chosen area and the surroundings of a given address, then compare the flats you care about side by side.
The best approach: pick a flat or address, check prices nearby, compare commutes and surroundings, and finally line up several flats in one view.
Frequently asked questions
Does mScanner show transaction prices for flats in Warsaw?
Yes. In mScanner you can check the price map and a specific address. The analysis makes most sense for a flat in the area you are actually considering, not just the city-wide average.
How much does a square metre of a flat cost in Warsaw?
The median transaction price per square metre (m²) for a flat in Warsaw is 15,439 PLN/m² — data from the last 12 months (through December 2025). It is the median of actual transactions (mostly the secondary market), so the price per m² of a specific flat depends on the district, floor and standard.
Can I see a chart of apartment prices in Warsaw?
Yes. This page has a chart of the change in the median price per m² over recent months, and in mScanner you can see prices on the map and in the report for a specific address in Warsaw.
What drives apartment prices in Warsaw the most?
Usually the distance to the centre, access to the metro or rail, the building standard, nearby services, and whether your daily routes mean sitting in traffic or changing lines.
Is it worth comparing the left and right banks of Warsaw?
Yes. For many people the bridges, the metro, the trams and the commute to work are decisive. A cheaper offer can be worse value if it eats a lot of time every day.
What should I check before buying a flat in Warsaw?
Beyond the price, check the commute, noise, parking, the local zoning plan, the building condition and how the offer compares with other flats nearby.
Is mScanner a property listings portal?
No. mScanner helps you check and compare the flats you are considering, before you decide to buy or rent.