Elisenpark: Greifswald loses 28 social housing - what now?

Elisenpark: Greifswald loses 28 social housing - what now?

Greifswald, Deutschland - in Greifswald, it is bubbling on the housing market. The municipal housing company WVG has finally deleted the plans for 28 social housing at the Elisenpark. The reason? The economic framework is simply not given. The living space in the Hanseatic city is becoming increasingly scarce. Even in the past, some social housing were empty, since the demand was not as strong as one would have liked it. Now the construction of freely financed apartments comes into play, which are to be planned in more detail until winter. The start of construction is planned for the first quarter of 2026, which opens up new perspectives for potential tenants.

interested parties who are still looking for a social housing in Greifswald can find support from the Budenheld housing exchange. There are currently 117 social housing listed there, which are spread over ten pages. These state -funded rental apartments require a residential authorization certificate (WBS), which must be submitted before signing the contract. A high demand for a limited offer. If you apply for an apartment, you should therefore bring all the important documents, such as the tenant self-disclosure and the Schufa information. As the Budenheld website often emphasizes, a well -prepared application makes the chances of the contract.

The situation on the housing market

The situation is not only precarious in Greifswald, but also affects all of Germany. A current study by the Pestel Institute shows that over 910,000 social housing is missing nationwide. Those responsible have recognized many mistakes in funding, claims about the lack of commitment to the federal states and the federal government are spreading. Even in cities like Munich, it becomes critical: here the state pays massive additional amounts for the costs of accommodation.

Expenditures for social housing in recent years have been less than 2.5 billion euros per year in recent years, while social expenditure for living in 2022 increased over 20 billion euros for the first time. The mismatch is clear: while the toilet rents in tense markets are increasing unnecessarily, the promotion of new apartments is far behind. Several associations, including the German Tenants' Association and the IG Bau, are urgently calling for new living space management and a special budget for social housing in regions with a high lack of social housing.

What happens in the city?

But not only when it comes to living space there are news from Greifswald. A new department of plastic surgery was opened at the Greifswald University Medical Center, which focuses primarily on reconstructive operations and the treatment of obesity patients. This means an enrichment for medical care in the region because other doctors are to be set.

and also in the field of education is happening: The new “P&R” driving school, founded by Robby Batschke and Paul Hollatz, opened its gates at Fleischerstrasse 21. There are not only crash courses for prospective drivers, but also a digital registration via a practical app.

For everyone who looks for rainy rainy days in Western Pomerania for employment opportunities, there are a variety of indoor activities such as museums and thermal baths. Particularly noteworthy is the conversion of the Bernsteintherme, which costs 2.8 million euros, as well as the planned night light special show in Wildlife in Trassenheide.

The reports from Greifswald show that there are both challenges and opportunities in many areas. The housing market will continue to develop in the coming years, and it remains exciting to observe how the city deals with these changes.