Golden Visa, Athens, the islands, property prices and rental yields.
Greece's largest developer, Lamda Development, reported a loss of €17.7 million in the first quarter of 2026, driven by substantial capital deployment in the Hellinikon project, the landmark complex being developed on the site of Athens's f…
Read story →The country has begun its first wave of inspections, checking 1,500 properties against new safety standards. The drive targets primarily owners renting residential units to tourists through the popular platform. What penalties face violator…
Read story →Athens is introducing new regulations that give owners greater flexibility. Previously, tax debt blocked any property transactions—now the situation is changing. The Greek government is streamlining procedures across several fronts: sales, …
Read story →Greece's tax authority (AADE) has issued new regulations for those planning to relocate to Greece or return to the country. The key provision allows relocating residents to import household goods and vehicles with substantial tax relief—eli…
Read story →From 1 July, Greece is introducing strict restrictions on short-term rentals, prompting apartment owners in Athens and Thessaloniki to expedite permit applications and close deals before the new rules take effect. The Ministry of Economy an…
Read story →New-build prices in Athens continue to rise, but the pace of growth is decelerating. Buyers are increasingly turning to older homes and renovated apartments as a more affordable alternative. The reason is straightforward: new properties are…
Read story →Greece's government has presented a 10-year housing strategy for 2026–2035 that includes rent caps, tax incentives for affordable mortgages, and reduced VAT on social housing construction. Most notably, the plan introduces a new golden visa…
Read story →Redevelopment has begun on a historic tobacco factory building in Piraeus, with plans to create 408 apartments across nearly 30,000 square metres. The project extends beyond residential accommodation. The development will incorporate office…
Read story →Greece's tax authority AADE has initiated a sweeping review of residential property buyers. The impetus is straightforward: property transfer tax revenues rose 14 per cent in the first quarter of 2026, signalling market recovery, and the st…
Read story →According to AirDNA analysts, average daily rates in Greece jump nearly 55% higher from June to August compared with the rest of the year. This represents the steepest seasonal price spike on the continent. The entire holiday rental economy…
Read story →Elounda Hills on Crete has entered the final stages of regulatory approval. The development spans 950 acres with views over Mirabello Bay and the island of Spinalonga. Developer Mirum Hellas has already secured the Final Design Compliance F…
Read story →Data from REMAX Hellas reveals a paradox in the Greek market: demand exists, yet the supply of modern housing has virtually disappeared. Of all residential sales, only 12.3 per cent are new homes (under five years old), whilst properties ag…
Read story →The government plans to collect municipal and regional levies directly through electricity accounts. This means utility bills will become considerably thicker, with taxes simply added to the standard payment. For investors and property owne…
Read story →From 1 May 2026, Greece will introduce new eviction rules that accelerate the process whilst providing tenants with a guaranteed six-month rent-free period to relocate. For property owners, the changes represent welcome news. Recovering a p…
Read story →Turkish capital is purchasing Greek real estate at record pace. Despite a modest decline in 2025, Turkish investment remains the primary driver of foreign capital flowing into the Greek property market. Real estate purchases represent the m…
Read story →Greece is launching the 'I Renovate' programme in June, a state initiative for property owners seeking to modernise their homes. The scheme covers full renovations and energy efficiency improvements, including window replacement, insulation…
Read story →From 2025, a state resettlement programme is in effect for the Evros region in the country's north-east. The scheme covers the municipalities of Sofli, Orestiada and Didymoteicho, where populations are in sharp decline. Both individuals and…
Read story →Small hotels with 10–30 rooms are being offered for sale in Arachova, Kalavryta, Karpenissi and Arcadia. Owners are exiting the business owing to rising costs and seasonal volatility—mountain resorts depend largely on winter trade and weeke…
Read story →Greece's real-estate market is attracting the attention of global hospitality giants, who are investing in luxury residential complexes under their own brands. These are not ordinary apartments. Branded residences are residential projects d…
Read story →Greek authorities have opted against hastening liberalisation. The ban applies to central districts of the capital and is designed to address the housing crisis. Tourism has displaced local residents from the centre, with apartments convert…
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