Estate agents in Ottobrunn — Premium property sales in south-east Munich

Shops for everyday needs, schools and the rail link are all within walking distance of one another around the town centre. The housing mix here is more varied than on the outskirts, as, alongside terraced and semi-detached houses, there are also flats in multi-occupancy blocks built in various years. Prospective buyers appreciate the short distances involved in this location and are willing to accept smaller plots and a higher density of development as a result; this is why, when marketing these properties, transport links, layout and amenities carry greater weight than plot size.

To the west, the residential areas merge seamlessly into Neubiberg. The area is quiet and predominantly characterised by detached and semi-detached houses, many of which have well-established gardens. The course of the municipal boundary is relevant for valuation purposes, as buyers often consider the two localities together and comparable properties must therefore be sought on both sides of the boundary.

Riemerling is predominantly part of Hohenbrunn, but is closely intertwined with the eastern edge of the settlement. Here, there are often houses on larger plots, some of which offer scope for development. Anyone selling a property here should clarify in advance what the applicable local development plan permits. Whether subdivision, an extension or a replacement build are possible significantly affects the pool of potential buyers and, consequently, the approach to marketing the property.

Heading north-east, towards Putzbrunn, the residential areas become quieter and the distance from the railway line increases. The housing stock here consists mainly of detached houses. Buyers are mostly families who prioritise a garden and peace and quiet over being within walking distance of the S-Bahn. As the qualities of these locations (plot depth, orientation, neighbourhood) only become apparent during a viewing, photographs, floor plans and the presentation of the garden are more important here than in the town centre.

The first step is to ask: by when should the sale be completed; should the sale be conducted publicly or privately; and what documentation is already available? The next steps are determined by the answers to these questions, not the other way round.

The consultant in charge inspects the property and assesses aspects that cannot be evaluated from behind a desk: its actual condition, the impact of its location on the street, the layout of the plot and the scope permitted under planning law. The recommended price is derived from these findings and from comparable properties in the surrounding area. ‘Property Valuation in Munich’ explains the methodology behind a valuation.

The property description, photographs and floor plans are produced in-house. A decision is then made as to whether the property will be offered directly to prospective buyers from the database of interested parties, via the Christie’s network, or through a wider marketing campaign. These approaches can be combined and rolled out in stages if the first does not result in a sale.

Viewings are arranged and supervised, prospective buyers’ financing is assessed, negotiations are conducted, and the appointment with the notary is coordinated right through to the signing of the deed. The overall process is outlined in the overview ‘Selling a property — our services’. Anyone wishing to find out in advance about the process of selling a house can do so under ‘Selling a house in Munich’.