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Rhein-Kreis Neuss secures record funding for affordable housing by 2025

How one German district turned ambition into action. From €45M to €72M in five years—see which cities benefited most and why.

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Rhein-Kreis Neuss secures record funding for affordable housing by 2025

The Rhein-Kreis Neuss has secured a significant share of North Rhine-Westphalia's funding for affordable housing over the past five years. Between 2021 and 2025, the district's allocation rose from 2.8% to 4.1% of the state's total budget—higher than neighbouring regions like Rhein-Sieg or Düsseldorf. Local initiatives, including Neuss baut bezahlbar, helped push funding from €45 million in 2021 to €72 million in 2025.

A total of €34 million was directed towards subsidised rental housing, the largest single category. Another €12.6 million supported neighbourhood development projects, while €7.4 million went to homeownership schemes. Modernisation grants received €5.7 million in funding.

Dormagen was the biggest beneficiary, securing around €38.6 million. Kaarst followed with roughly €6.4 million, and Grevenbroich obtained about €5.7 million. Smaller allocations went to Jüchen (€3.6 million), Neuss (€3.5 million), and Korschenbroich (€1.1 million). Meerbusch received the least, with €866,000.

The increase reflects the district's targeted programmes and growing demand for affordable living spaces. By 2025, funding levels had climbed steadily, outpacing many nearby areas.

The Rhein-Kreis Neuss now holds one of the highest funding shares in the region for affordable housing. With €72 million allocated in 2025, the district has strengthened its support for rentals, homeownership, and urban renewal. The rise in funding aligns with local efforts to address housing shortages.

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