For years, investors across the Netherlands, Belgium, and the UK have faced the same story: rising taxes, shrinking rental yields, and property prices so high that even €250,000 barely opens the door. What once felt like a safe haven has become a maze of regulation and diminishing returns. Many landlords now find themselves working harder while earning less, their portfolios locked in low-growth, high-cost markets.

And then comes the surprise. Just a short flight away, in the vibrant capital of Latvia – Riga – a very different story is unfolding. Here, investors are welcomed rather than penalized. Apartments start at €35,000–€60,000, enabling smarter diversification across multiple properties instead of being tied to just one. Net rental yields of 7–8% combine with steady 5% annual capital growth, delivering overall returns that Western Europe hasn’t seen in decades.

Riga is more than just a city – it is one of Europe’s fastest-growing cultural and business hubs, attracting young professionals, international companies, and a thriving tourism market. The demand for quality rentals is rising, creating stability and long-term opportunity.

For the Western European investor disillusioned by old markets, Latvia represents a fresh chapter. A place where real estate is affordable, returns are strong, ownership is secure under EU law, and growth potential is undeniable.