€800K Property Route
Premium properties in the Attica region (Athens, Piraeus, Athens Riviera and surrounding municipalities), the Regional Unit of Thessaloniki, Mykonos, Santorini, and other islands with population above 3,100.
Official sources for this page: Hellenic Republic / National Printing House; Hellenic Republic / National Printing House. Law 5038/2023 — Migration Code · Law 5100/2024, Article 64 — replacement of Article 100
Premium Investment Areas
These areas include some of Greece's most established and internationally recognised property markets. The investment threshold is €800,000 in a single property with a minimum of 120 square metres. Pricing, liquidity and rental performance vary materially by location, property type and condition, and are not guaranteed.
Attica Region
Athens, Piraeus, Athens Riviera and all surrounding municipalities.
Thessaloniki
The regional unit of Thessaloniki — northern Greece's largest city.
Mykonos & Santorini
Greece's most iconic island destinations — world-class demand.
Islands 3,100+
All islands with a population exceeding 3,100 inhabitants.
Key Features
- Single property, min. 120 sq.m
- Attica, Regional Unit of Thessaloniki, Mykonos, Santorini
- Other islands with population above 3,100
- Established long-term rental demand in many prime locations; actual returns vary by asset and lease structure
Risks and what to check
Every application is assessed on its own facts, and approval is not guaranteed. Read the points below before committing funds — they describe what can go wrong on this route, not what we expect to happen.
- Prime-location pricing is more exposed to sentiment, and the entry cost is high relative to typical rental yields.
- Zone classification determines the threshold that applies — verify it for the specific property before you commit.
- Values can fall as well as rise, and resale in the prime segment can take longer.
- Thresholds and programme terms are set by Greek law and can change.
Before you commit
- Commission independent legal checks on title, encumbrances and planning status before any payment.
- Obtain written confirmation of the zone and the threshold that applies to the specific property.
- Get an independent valuation — at this level the gap between asking price and market value matters.
- Ask for the full cost picture — purchase taxes, professional fees, holding and management costs.
This is general information, not legal, tax or investment advice. Take independent advice from advisers qualified in Greece and in your own country of residence before making any commitment.
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