Unsaniert

Unsaniert is a German term used in real estate to describe a building or interior that has not undergone a modernization or refurbishment. The adjective implies that the property is in its original condition, often older and not updated to contemporary standards of living, energy efficiency, or design.

In listings, "unsaniert" signals that prospective buyers or tenants will typically need to undertake renovations themselves. It can affect price expectations and negotiation, and is commonly contrasted with terms like "sanierte" (renovated), "teilrenoviert" (partially renovated) or "generalsaniert" (fully renovated). A separate term "sanierungsbedürftig" denotes that renovation is necessary, sometimes due to neglect or age, and may carry different implications for financing or energy performance certificates.

Unsaniert can apply to apartments, houses, or commercial spaces and is frequent in German-speaking markets such as Germany and Austria. It does not inherently imply that the property is unsafe or dilapidated; rather, it indicates that no significant modernization has been performed since its original construction. Buyers should assess structural integrity, building services (electricity, plumbing), insulation, and compliance with current standards when evaluating an unsaniert property.

Etymology: "unsaniert" is formed from the prefix "un-" and the participle "saniert" from "sanieren" (to renovate).