11/6/2025
Despite recent regulatory changes, Greece continues to attract significant foreign investment in real estate. Here’s a snapshot of the first half of 2025:
€938.3 million in foreign capital flowed into Greek properties, showing resilience despite restrictions on short-term rentals and the updated Golden Visa program.
Q2 2025 saw €581.5 million invested, only 6.5% lower than the same period last year, helping offset the Q1 dip of 31.4%.
Golden Visa updates: The minimum investment requirement rose to €800,000 for Athens, Thessaloniki, and major islands. Applications under the previous thresholds surged early in the year, but have started to normalize since April.
Key trends:
Steady foreign interest: Even outside of pandemic fluctuations, annual investments have consistently exceeded €1 billion, peaking at €2.75 billion in 2024.
Investor appeal: Factors like low property prices, Greece’s economic recovery, and booming short-term rentals make the market highly attractive to international buyers.
Demand focus: Vacation homes, luxury villas, and investment properties remain top priorities for foreign investors.
Looking ahead:
Greece is set to remain a prime destination for global real estate investment, combining strategic locations, attractive returns, and lifestyle appeal.
Source: https://www.capital.gr/agora-akiniton/3948299/kefalaia-938-3-ekat-euro-proselkuse-apo-to-exoteriko-i-elliniki-agora-akiniton-to-a-6mino/