Apartment for sale in the Unger House – Miklós Ybl’s iconic listed building

In the 5th district, on Múzeum Boulevard, we offer both a vibrant city life and a calm, livable environment. For sale is a 24 m², first-floor apartment in one of the most unique historical buildings in Budapest, the Unger House, located a few steps from Astoria, Károlyi-kert and several universities, but also just a few minutes’ walk from Katona and Örkény Theaters.

Built between 1852–53, the Unger House is the work of Miklós Ybl and is an outstanding monument of romantic architecture in Budapest. It is one of the most well-known listed residential buildings in the capital, whose special character is given by a unique blend of Moorish, Byzantine and Venetian influences. Its richly decorated facade, doorways and staircase represent an architectural quality that is still considered a rarity among apartment buildings in Pest.

One of the building's greatest features is the iconic inner courtyard that connects the Museum Boulevard with Magyar Street. The atmosphere of the arcaded square is further enhanced by the wooden block paving, a similar solution to which can only be found in a few very special buildings in Budapest today, such as the entrance to the Opera House.

The apartment overlooks the deservedly famous inner courtyard. It has a practical layout: a hallway/kitchen, bathroom/WC and a partially gallery-style living room. The bathroom has a bathtub and underfloor heating. The property has a water meter and was renovated about 10 years ago.

Ybl's unique architectural solution is that it avoided the suspended corridors typical of the Pest apartment buildings of the time, so the courtyard could retain its almost palace-like, spacious and elegant spatial effect. This design ensures exceptional peace and privacy even in the heart of the city center.

The Unger House is a special place not only for residents and architecture lovers: the courtyard is a regular stop for architectural walks and guided tours in Budapest, and due to its unique atmosphere, it also serves as the location for several film shoots every year.

The apartment building is currently undergoing a complete renovation: the street and courtyard facades, the water, sewage and rainwater networks, the high and low voltage systems, the intercom and the communal lighting are being renewed, a new roof structure is being constructed, and an elevator is being built. The investment significantly increases the comfort of the building and the value of the apartment.

The Unger House is one of those buildings in Budapest that has its own fan base. It is no coincidence that the apartments rarely come on the market: once you fall in love with the special atmosphere of the house, the tranquility of the arcaded courtyard and the historical surroundings, you usually stay for many years.

This is not just a 24 m² downtown apartment, but a rare opportunity in one of Budapest's iconic historic buildings. A true love house, where history, architectural value and downtown lifestyle form a special unity.