Tag: property

In the Greek real estate market, areas such as the Athens Riviera, the wealthy northern suburbs of Attica, and several exclusive tourist destinations stand out as prime locations for luxury homes. These regions attract high-net-worth individuals from around the world, offering properties worth over €1 million with strong lifestyle and investment appeal. According to the […]

A Piraeus Bank study estimates the shortage of the residential real estate market at 180,000 housing units, based on data obtained from the analysis of Greece’s last two building stock recordings (2011 and 2021), as well as data from other sources, such as short-term rental accommodation. According to a relevant updated study by the head […]

In recent years, Greece’s Golden Visa program has become increasingly popular, attracting strong demand especially from investors in Turkey and Israel. Turkish Investors Favor High-End Properties By the end of July 2025, Turkish investors had secured 2,449 initial residence permits, compared with 970 permits in the same period of 2024 — a growth of 152%, […]

House prices during the first quarter of 2025 rose an average of 2.3% compared to the same period last year, with Portugal ranking 3rd in a list of 55 markets analysed, recording nominal growth of 16.9%, with a real appreciation of 14.8%. According to the results of the latest Global House Price Index report, released […]

Foreign direct investment (FDI) rose nearly 42% in the first half of 2025, compared to the same period in 2024, Bank of Greece data show. Specifically, FDI reached €2.801 billion from €1.974 billion in 2024. But the gains are relative to a weak base, since the second half of 2024 was much better than the […]

A study by the ERA Group predicts that Portugal is expected to see the largest increase in real estate transactions in 2025. Among a total of 19 European countries surveyed in a study by the ERA Group regarding the real estate market outlook for 2024 and the outlook for 2025, Portugal is the country where […]

Buying a house in some municipalities in the Algarve can be up to 81% cheaper, and renting up to 36% lower than the regional average. The Algarve continues to be one of the most sought-after regions to live in Portugal, not only for local residents but also for foreigners seeking sun, sea, and quality of […]

In recent months, the number of new real estate management companies owned by Israeli individuals or firms and registered with Greece’s General Commercial Registry has grown sharply. Wide Investment Scope: From City Apartments to Seaside Villas Israeli buyers are active across several real estate segments in Greece, including: This diversified strategy shows that Israeli capital […]

A new survey shows that in 2025, the average price of newly built holiday homes in Greece increased by more than 10% compared to 2024. The main drivers behind this rise are strong demand from international buyers and the growing preference for higher-quality properties. According to the data, the average price of a new holiday […]

The average inflation rate for the last 12 months without housing, which serves as a basis for rent adjustments, was 2.16% in July, according to the INE. Urban building rents are expected to rise by up to 2.2% in 2026. This is also confirmed by the latest data from the National Institute of Statistics (INE), […]

Greek Luxury Housing Market Shows Strong Momentum Amid ongoing global economic uncertainty and geopolitical tensions, the Greek luxury real estate market is defying trends and showing remarkable resilience. Newly released figures reveal that in only 40 days, high-end property sales in Greece have already surpassed €40 million, underlining both strong lifestyle demand and growing investor […]

Building on the optimistic start to summer 2025, Greece’s short-term rental market maintained momentum in August, posting a strong increase in demand, according to a recent report by analytics firm AirDNA. Data shows that demand for Greek Airbnb-style accommodation rose 12 percent year-over-year compared to August 2024. Greece’s short-term rental sector posted modest but steady […]

Greece’s short-term rental (STR) market is expanding rapidly, with foreign travelers now making up more than 90 percent of guests in peak months, according to new data released by INSETE, the research arm of the Greek Tourism Confederation (SETE). While supply is booming, the latest figures point to a growing imbalance between supply and demand, […]

High-end residential market continues to expand on strong interest from foreigners. Demand for high-end holiday homes remains consistently high this year, as buying interest from abroad stays strong. According to Engel & Volkers Greece’s analysis, 85% of transactions are carried out by foreign buyers, as sales prices on the Greek islands remain competitive compared to […]

A new academic study by the Athens University of Economics and Business (AUEB) has reignited debate over Greece’s Golden Visa program, suggesting that foreign investor demand is contributing to the country’s housing affordability challenges. Business groups, however, are pushing back, defending the program as a key driver of development and economic growth. According to the […]