80% of owners set prices "by feeling." The price corridor method solves this problem using data-driven approach.
Real Price Corridor: How to Determine the Right Apartment Price in Tallinn
💡 Quick Answer:
A price corridor is ±10% from the median of real Maa-amet transactions over the past 6 months in your area. Set the starting price at the upper boundary.
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AI Summary
A price corridor is the range between the minimum and maximum realistic sale price, calculated from Maa-amet completed transactions over 6 months. The method accounts for district, area, floor, renovation condition, and building type.
📋 Key Takeaways
- Price corridor = real Maa-amet transactions over 6 months
- KV.ee price ≠ actual deal price (5–15% difference)
- Formula: median of deals ± 10% = your corridor
- Starting price = upper boundary of the corridor
- Price review — after 14 days without offers
What Is a Price Corridor
Calculated from real transactions (not listings!) over the past 6 months. Data source: Maa-amet state registry.
How to Calculate: Step-by-Step
Example for Kesklinn: 5 deals at 3,100–3,500 €/sqm → median 3,300 €/sqm → corridor 2,970–3,630 €/sqm.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a price corridor?
The range between the minimum and maximum realistic sale price, based on Maa-amet completed transactions over the past 6 months.
Where to find real transaction data?
Maa-amet website: maaamet.ee/kinnisvara/hinnast — state registry of all real estate transactions in Estonia.
Why not rely on KV.ee prices?
KV.ee prices are sellers' "wish prices." Real deals are typically 5–15% lower.
How often should I recalculate the corridor?
Every 2–3 months. If listing has been 14+ days without offers — recalculate.
What affects the price most?
District, area, floor, renovation, building type, infrastructure within 500m.
Can I price above the corridor?
You can, but risk: listing may sit for 60+ days. Recommend: upper corridor boundary = starting price.
How does a bank appraisal differ?
Bank appraisal is for mortgage, usually conservative (5–10% below market). Corridor shows the real selling range.
How much does a professional appraisal cost?
Bank appraisal: 200–400 €. CityEE corridor calculation — free.
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