Peter
Lawyer · Budapest, Hungary
- 199 cases handled · 7 in this service
- 10+ years in practice
- Speaks: English, German, Hungarian
- Law, University of Pécs
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4.94(17 reviews)
Landlord & Tenant Disputes in Hungary
Lawyers for tenants and landlords in Hungary who disagree about a deposit, the rent, repairs, bills or the end of a lease, from a first letter to a settlement or a court claim.
About Landlord & Tenant Disputes in Hungary
Landlord and tenant disputes in Hungary, also called rental disputes, cover tenant rights and landlord rights under a bérleti szerződés (rental contract) between a bérbeadó (landlord) and a bérlő (tenant). Some older lists and lawyer pages call this service “Tenancy Disputes”. Typical questions involve the kaució (deposit), the rent, the utility bills (rezsi) and the notice that ends a lease (felmondás). English-speaking lawyers registered in Hungary act for either side.
Common disputes
- A deposit kept back after moving out, with deductions the tenant does not accept.
- A rent increase during the contract, or index clauses read differently by each side.
- Repairs and defects: mould, heating, broken appliances, and who pays for them.
- Utility bills and common costs of a flat in a condominium.
- Ending the lease early, or a landlord's notice the tenant considers invalid.
- Damage found at the end, subletting or short-term letting without consent.
How disputes are usually settled
The starting point is the contract and the evidence: the handover report and photos from move-in, payments and messages. A formal written demand often settles the matter. Unpaid money can be claimed through a payment order (fizetési meghagyás), an order procedure run by notaries, which turns into a court case if the other side objects; other disputes go to court directly. Mediation is possible when both sides agree.
Points to watch
A Hungarian lease is often written only in Hungarian, and some landlords add a notarial deed in which the tenant promises to leave; such a deed changes how quickly a dispute can turn into an eviction. A landlord may not change the locks or remove a tenant's belongings without an enforcement procedure.
What a lawyer does
A lawyer reads the lease, explains each side's rights, writes the demand or the reply, negotiates and, where needed, starts the payment order or the court case. The contract itself is covered by lease and rental contract review; when a landlord wants the property back, see tenant eviction. Larger unpaid sums may also be pursued through debt collection.
Questions and answers
My landlord will not return my deposit. What can be done?
A written demand with the handover evidence comes first; if it fails, the amount can be claimed through a payment order or in court.
Can the rent be raised during the contract?
Only as the contract allows or with the tenant's agreement; a clause on yearly changes is common.
Who pays for repairs?
The contract and the law share the duties: everyday upkeep usually falls on the tenant, larger defects on the landlord.
Can I pursue a claim after leaving Hungary?
Yes. A lawyer can act under a power of attorney and receive the payment.
2 lawyers who provide Landlord & Tenant Disputes in Hungary
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Adam
Lawyer · Budapest, Hungary
- 68 cases handled · 4 in this service
- 13+ years in practice
- Speaks: English, Hungarian
- Law, University of Pécs
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5.00(5 reviews)
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What our clients say about our service in Hungary
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He was very responsive and went through the details in depth.
— Jiby24 Mar 2026 -
From the first contact the lawyer was informative and efficient. He asked us to come to the office only when it was necessary and told us about every relevant development. We felt very well looked after and in professional hands.
— Penny31 Oct 2025Landlord & Tenant Disputes -
The lawyer has given me peace of mind. Even when there was no response from the other party, she persevered, and ultimately there was a response and an offer to settle the matter. Many thanks! The assistance was excellent, and I will certainly recommend this service to any friends or clients who might need representation in Spain.
— Gregory21 Oct 2025 -
We hired the lawyer over a dispute with a landlord who had illegally rented us an uninhabitable property and would not refund a significant sum. She was incredibly professional and handled the situation expertly, which brought a fast resolution that pleased us a lot. She truly embodied the word "advocate", and throughout the process we felt she was acting in our best interests.
— Chloe24 Mar 2025Landlord & Tenant Disputes -
The lawyer replied to my enquiry quickly and gave excellent advice on the way to proceed in our situation. He was very approachable and helped me consider the best options. Law can be very confusing, but he explained everything simply, in perfect English, and I felt very happy to discuss our issue with him. I have already suggested him as a possible service provider to a friend who runs a business called Move to Spain.
— Priya19 Mar 2025 -
The lawyer had great knowledge and knew precisely how to settle our problems with the letting agent. On top of that, she is a warm and approachable person.
— Raymond23 Jan 2025Landlord & Tenant Disputes -
The lawyer was very helpful in solving the problem with my landlady. He was attentive, professional and effective, and everything was handled online in an easy way. Thanks a lot!
— Pouria05 Dec 2024Landlord & Tenant Disputes -
The lawyer was a pleasure to work with: helpful, knowledgeable, and he gave sound advice about handling the case. He was reachable by phone and followed up with me regularly about how things stood. His English was perfect, so I never had trouble understanding him, and he made the whole experience easy and straightforward. I would definitely recommend him!
— Adam02 May 2024 -
The lawyer was highly professional and answered all my questions promptly. Her work was timely and very effective, and I ended up with an outcome that was reasonable and agreeable.
— Mike11 Mar 2024Landlord & Tenant Disputes -
Understanding and professional!
— ruth08 Sep 2023 -
The lawyer helped me quickly and efficiently through my issues. She is proficient in both Spanish and English, which is very helpful for me as I do not speak Spanish. I would certainly recommend her to anyone needing a lawyer in Spain.
— Brian25 Jul 2023 -
The lawyer was extremely professional, quite articulate and attentive to detail, and I am very satisfied with the assistance.
— Michel19 May 2023