Advantages of Buying Commercial Real Estate in Latvia

Latvia has become an increasingly attractive destination for international property investors and overseas home buyers seeking value, stability, and access to the wider European market.

As a member of the European Union with a growing economy, Latvia offers competitive property prices, strong rental yields, and long-term capital growth potential compared to many Western European countries.

Foreign buyers are drawn to Latvia for its transparent legal system, improving infrastructure, and lifestyle appeal that blends historic charm with modern living.

The capital city, Riga, is the most popular location for international buyers, offering a diverse range of apartments, townhouses, and investment properties.

Riga's Old Town, Centrs district, and emerging neighborhoods near the river Daugava are especially attractive for short-term rentals, long-term lets, and owner-occupier purchases.

Outside the capital, the coastal resort town of Jurmala continues to attract overseas buyers looking for waterfront homes, holiday properties, and luxury villas.

Other towns such as Liepaja, Ventspils, and Daugavpils are gaining attention from investors seeking affordable properties with growing local demand and lower entry costs.

Buying commercial real estate (CRE) in Latvia can be a a good investment, but like all investments there should be due diligence performed.

Commercial properties typically generate higher rental income compared to luxury residential properties, especially if the property is leased to reliable tenants but can come with higher purchase or investments costs.

Commercial leases tend to be longer, and therefore provides a more stable cash flow than shorter residential leases. Leases can be over several years to 10 or more depending on the client.

Commercial real estate can have value appreciation over time, allowing the investors to sell at a higher price than the original purchase, especially in areas with a growing demand for office space, retail, or industrial facilities.

Expenses related to managing and maintaining commercial properties can be tax-deductible depending on the location of the property and current tax regulations. Commercial leases can go up as written in any agreement, where the property and rent increase with inflation, which adds to investment value.

Commercial real estate offers a way to diversify a portfolio, providing a way to ward off affects of market volatility, especially if the investor has interests in several investment market types.


Over time, as tenants pay rent, investors build equity in the property. The combination of tenant payments and property appreciation contributes to equity growth, which can be tapped into through refinancing.

Commercial real estate can be financed with a relatively small down payment, allowing investors to use leverage to purchase larger properties with less up front capital. If the property appreciates, the investor can benefit from the full increase in value while only investing a portion of the capital.

As a commercial property owner, you have more control over the investment compared to other asset types. You can make decisions about property management, improvements, and lease structures to maximize value.

In many commercial leases, tenants are responsible for additional costs, such as property taxes, insurance, and maintenance (known as "triple net" or NNN leases). This reduces the property owner's financial burden and can help improve cash flow.

Commercial real estate offers opportunities for scaling up investments. You can expand your portfolio by acquiring more properties, or you could diversify into different types of commercial real estate (retail, industrial, office, etc.) to reduce risk.

While there are many advantages to buying commercial real estate, it's also important to consider the potential risks, such as market fluctuations, property management challenges, and the liquidity of the asset. If you're new to the commercial real estate market, it might be helpful to consult with a real estate advisor or broker to get a better understanding of what type of commercial property might best fit your financial goals and risk tolerance.