House prices in Europe continue to rise, outpacing inflation in many countries. Annual increases ranged from 0.6% in Germany to 16.5% in Portugal in the second quarter of 2026. House prices continue to rise across much of Europe, but the pace varies widely. Portugal, Bulgaria and Spain recorded double-digit annual increases in the second quarter of 2026, while prices fell in Finland, Luxembourg and France.Across the EU, prices rose by 4.