In a video interview recorded at Future of Real Estate 2026 in Warsaw, Piotr Zając, Managing Partner at Accace Poland, discusses the key trends shaping Poland's real estate market. He explains why investors are increasingly focusing on quality assets, highlights the growing appeal of senior living and other alternative sectors, and shares his view on how regulations are influencing investment decisions.
What are the three biggest trends currently shaping Poland’s real estate market?
I would say the first and most visible trend is the growing focus on quality over quantity. In the first quarter of the year, Poland recorded more than 40% growth in real estate transaction volume, while the number of transactions actually declined. This suggests that investors are concentrating on higher-quality assets that are more valuable and command higher prices.
The second trend is the growing interest in alternative asset classes such as mixed-use projects, PRS and senior living. These sectors are attracting increasing attention from investors looking for new opportunities beyond traditional real estate segments.
The third trend is the geopolitical situation in our region. We can see that logistics is booming again, partly because of the war and ongoing disruptions in global transport routes. These are currently the three most visible trends in the market.
Which asset classes or market segments do you see offering the strongest opportunities for investors today?
Opportunities are always where demand exceeds supply. Right now, we can clearly see a significant demand gap in the senior living sector, which was also one of the key topics discussed at today's event.
Logistics is another segment that continues to perform strongly and is experiencing significant growth. We also see growing investor interest in mixed-use developments, PRS and combinations of residential and commercial uses, including prime office space.
These are the areas that investors are currently watching most closely.
How are changing regulations and market conditions influencing investment decisions in Poland?
Regulations always have an impact on investment decisions. However, in Poland they are not necessarily slowing down or blocking investments. Instead, they tend to reward good preparation and a strong understanding of the regulatory environment.
What we see is that investors and operating companies are increasingly discussing their plans with advisors and lawyers at an early stage. They want to ensure they are properly prepared and can navigate regulatory requirements effectively before moving ahead with investments.
