GESOBAU

GESOBAU is Berlin's municipal housing company, employing around 550 staff to deliver affordable residential solutions across the city.

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Company facts

Founded
1900
Employees
1,000
Headquarters
Germany
Type
Government

About

GESOBAU is Berlin's municipal housing company, employing around 550 staff to deliver affordable residential solutions across the city. Since 2014, the firm has pursued a dual strategy of new construction and strategic acquisitions, steadily expanding its portfolio toward 52,000 units by 2026. Managing roughly 48,500 apartments—primarily in northern Berlin—GESOBAU focuses on sustainable, high-quality living environments that balance affordability with modern amenities. Its unique municipal ownership structure allows for a long-term commitment to community development and a flexible funding model that supports large-scale projects. GESOBAU's blend of public stewardship, scale, and forward-looking growth positions it as a leader in urban housing provision.