Many foreigners say that finding an apartment in Germany is made even more difficult due to discrimination. From the language barrier to outright racism, here's what readers have experienced in their search for housing.
Paul Krantz - paul.krantz@thelocal.com
Updated: Tue 16 Jun 2026 16:52 CET
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Berlin's television tower can be seen next to a residential apartment building. Photo: picture alliance/dpa | Britta Pedersen
Many foreigners say that finding an apartment in Germany is made even more difficult due to discrimination. From the language barrier to outright racism, here's what readers have experienced in their search for housing.
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