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In this week’s Buzz:
- Will the Tzarna Mogila lift and slope open this coming winter season?
- Batteries & electronic equipment collection until 2nd of November
- Get your 7-day FREE trial of The Beehive
- Is animal cruelty becoming the “new normal” in Bansko?
- If you own an apartment and want to sell, 2025 is prime time to do it
- List of confirmed Halloween parties on Friday
Why the next few months could be your best window to sell your apartment in Bansko
If you’ve been thinking about selling your apartment in Bansko, then now might be the ideal time. Local real estate agents say they have a number of serious buyers lined up to buy apartments in Bansko, but there aren’t enough properties available.
Over the past year, interest from Bulgarians, digital nomads, and expats looking for year-round homes in Bansko has surged. The mix of affordable prices, improved infrastructure, and a thriving remote-work scene has made Bansko a thriving hub. Yet, despite this increase, the number of available properties on the market has decreased. This has created the ideal conditions for sellers.
“Our agency has more qualified buyers than available properties right now,” says local real estate agent and owner Cristian Zarnescu of Plus Property Bansko. “Well-presented apartments are selling quickly, and often at stronger prices than we’ve seen in years.” He added that many apartment owners who bought their places years ago are surprised by how much their homes are worth now.
Why are more Bulgarians buying in Bansko? With Bulgaria joining the Euro in January, lots of Bulgarians are taking out long-term mortgages (25-30 years) to buy second properties(1), often due to earning much higher wages from salaries earned outside of Bulgaria. They are buying at a fast pace as they anticipate property prices to rise come 2026.
However, if you’ve been to Bansko recently, then you’ll have seen all of the shell apartment buildings being renovated and ready for selling(2). However, these construction companies also believe prices will rise in 2026. What’s likely to happen? Thousands of new apartments come onto the market in Q1 next year, and it becomes a buyer’s market: for sale prices fall and it becomes difficult to sell your apartment for the amount you want.
This means that the next couple of months is the ideal time to sell your apartment in Bansko.
If you own a Bansko property you’re not using, it could be a great time to explore your options. Plus Property offers free valuations and friendly advice on how to prepare your home for a smooth, profitable sale.
➡️ Thinking of selling? Get a free valuation today and see what your Bansko property is really worth.
This story was independently written by Bansko Buzz and made possible through the support of Plus Property Bansko.
(1) High number of mortgages being taken out by Bulgarians (here).
(2) Investors dust off construction projects (here).
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Inside the Bansko Notice Board Group
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Does Anyone Know of a TV Repair Shop in Town?
Roy seems to be having trouble with his TV and wondered if anyone knew a repair shop that could fix his television. See where people suggested.
I Witnessed Something Disturbing Over at Pirin Golf
Teya posted some photos of a dog being dragged by two men after supposedly being darted with a sedative. I reveal more about the two men in a post in The Beehive (see below).
Will The Tzarna Mogila Lift and Slope Open This Coming Ski Season?
Ethan wanted to know whether the (now abandoned) Tzarna Mogila lift and slope had chances of opening this coming season. See what people had to say.
Where Can I Purchase Local Honey?
Jessica is in town for a few days and wondered where the best place in the local area is to buy some locally-produced honey. See where people suggested.
Local/Municipality News
Batteries & Electronic Equipment Collection
This week, the local municipality has contracted a company to collect any household batteries and electronic equipment that should be recycled. The collection place is open every day from 10am to 5pm over near the old barracks, until next Sunday. Read more.
First Encyclopedia for the Narrow Gauge Train
A 364-page large glossy colour encyclopedia has been released of the Septemvri-Dobrinishte narrow-gauge railway, providing images and details about its 110 years of operation. Read more. [Translation required.]
Final Competition of the Summer for Bansko Ski Clubs
Recently, both SC Bansko and El Tepe Ski Club from Bansko took part in the Bulgarian Ski Federation’s final ski club competition of the summer. Participants from both ski clubs won medals and top-place finishes. Read more.
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We help you through the whole process to get the best price for your property, offering a realistic for-sale price, ensuring that all local property and maintenance fees are paid, showing prospective buyers around, and making everything easy. We have lawyers on hand and use one of the best notaries in the area.
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Events Next Week
Running Club
Bansko Runclub(ish) will meet at 6.30pm at Altspace Coworking on Gotse Delchev Street on Tuesday (28th). If you enjoy running, they have a moderately paced 5km run around Bansko.
Bansko Book Club
The relaunch of the Bansko Book Club is happening on Tuesday (28th) at 6pm. Head through to the event link if you want to attend as the location is TBC. More info.
Biodanza: Creative Child Dance
On Thursday (30th) from 7pm at Sky Bansko, Biodanza will take place, and explores dance and creative sharing. Entrance fee is 15 BGN. More info.
Halloween Parties
Here is a list of the confirmed Halloween parties this week (all on Friday 31st):
Altspace — Altspace Friday beers special, fancy dress encouraged with spooky tunes (possible fun experiences such as apple bobbing). From 6pm at their central location. Non-members BYOB.
ZZ Land Play Cafe — From 6pm at their location is a night of magic spells. Dancing, a costume show, and magic. The event is for children who will receive food & a drink. Price 35 BGN. More info.
Anita’s Art Studio & Wine — A candle workshop & party from 6.30pm, where “creativity meets sangria, laughter and a touch of mystery.”
Tipsy 360 — The Haggis Halloween Party, starting at 7pm and will include spooky music and surprise cocktails.
Star Bar Basecamp — From 8pm, Star Bar Basecamp are having their annual Halloween party where people dress up and have fun. I passed them earlier in the week and they already had some of the decorations up. More info.
SAPID Cafe — Awaken the Madness Within Halloween party from 9pm. There will be a “premium electronic sound” and a “vibe you’ll never forget!”
After Halloween Party
This will take place on Saturday (1st) at Sky Bansko from 10pm. It’s a “uniquely currated music journey” with three DJs and some hard techno. Entry is 15 BGN.
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Animal Cruelty in Bansko: Is it the New Normal?
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Photo of the Week
Bansko is full of autumn colours.
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Before You Go…
Is there going to be a bonfire on Guy Fawkes Night in Bansko?
As is tradition in the UK, on the 5th of November (one week on Wednesday), lots of people in the UK celebrate Bonfire Night. This usually involves bonfires either near people’s homes or where groups of people attend organised bonfires (commonly at sports clubs or community centres). There will also usually be fireworks.
As there is quite a significant number of expats from the UK who live in Bansko, Jay posted up an event in the Bansko Notice Board group to suggest we get together and celebrate the night together.
If you’re interested in either organising it or want to participate (you don’t need to be British), then head to the event here.
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Nick
Publisher, Bansko Buzz
