The issue of expensive housing has become a prominent topic across Europe in recent years. Particularly in major cities, both rental costs and property prices present a significant challenge with political ramifications. Several factors contribute to this crisis, including the practice of purchasing apartments for investment purposes or short-term tourist rentals. Slow construction of new housing combined with increasing urban populations further exacerbates the problem in cities across the continent. This report, compiled by Rastislav Kačmár and Mirek Tóda, highlights how an 87-year-old pensioner in Slovakia has unexpectedly become a symbol of the growing struggle against unaffordable housing. The story underscores the widespread impact of this issue and its potential to spark broader social and political movements.