10 Tips for Building a House in Greece

Building your dream home in Greece? Discover how it becomes a carefree experience!

Building your house in Greece should be a fun and exciting journey. To make sure your dream becomes reality, it is important to make clear choices in advance. After all, you are the one who makes the decisions. If you leave too much to the contractor, there is a chance that your Greek villa or apartment will not turn out the way you had in mind.

To help you get started, we share our top tips for building a house in Greece.

💡 Tip 1: Choose the perfect location for your home

The location of your future home is essential. Although land prices in Greece vary greatly depending on location and destination options, the recent price drop – caused by the economic crisis – offers attractive opportunities.

It is wise to investigate the potential of a plot together with an architect. Have a detailed analysis carried out to ensure that you make a well-considered choice.

💡 Tip 2: Design your dream home according to your wishes and budget

We guide you step by step – from finding the ideal plot to designing your house within the agreed budget. The construction company presents you with a clear cost estimate, including a cash flow and a detailed schedule.

So you know exactly what you pay and when. After your approval of the design, it is submitted to the planning department of the construction company. Only when everything has been worked out in detail, we start construction.

💡 Tip 3: Consider rental and resale value

Are you building a holiday home? Then it can be smart to think about the rental possibilities and the future sales value. We are happy to advise you on smart choices that increase the return on your investment.

💡 Tip 4: Build energy-efficiently – think green!

Energy efficiency is not only good for the environment, but also for your wallet. Our builders consider sustainable solutions for every project that reduces your energy costs.

💡 Tip 5: A clear construction plan is the key to success

A well-thought-out design makes the construction process smooth and clear. You will receive a clear schedule, a cash flow and monthly progress reports, including photos of the construction site. This way you will always be informed, even if you are not on site yourself.

💡 Tip 6: Professional construction management for a worry-free construction

Our architects closely monitor the construction process and take care of all administrative procedures and final checks. We recommend that you also engage the architect for permanent supervision during construction. This ensures an optimal end result and prevents unexpected surprises.

💡 Tip 7: Transparent construction costs – no hidden surprises

Construction costs currently vary between €1,700 and €2,300 per m² (excluding costs for planning, permits and interior). The price of the land is of course added to this.

For Greece, a composite load-bearing structure – a combination of steel profiles and reinforced concrete – is an excellent choice. It is not only aesthetically pleasing, but also more seismically resistant and can save up to 30% on construction costs.

💡 Tip 8: High-quality materials at competitive prices

Your home deserves the best materials. During the planning process, you will discuss all your wishes with the architect. Greece also offers high-quality building materials, such as natural stone and marble, often at lower prices than in the Netherlands.

Please note that construction methods and regulations in Greece may differ from what you are used to. Our experts will be happy to help you make the right choices.

💡 Tip 9: Visit the construction site and make personal choices

We advise you to come to Greece at least twice:

To choose and buy the perfect building plot.
During the finishing phase, so that you can select tiles, colors and interior details yourself.
Of course, it is also possible to make these choices remotely, but we think it is better if you see the end result with your own eyes.

💡 Tip 10: Work with reliable partners

Building in Greece is different from building in the Netherlands. That is why it is important that you can rely on experienced professionals. Real Estate Agency Greece will guide you from A to Z and introduce you to the best contractors and architects. Together we will ensure that building your dream home will be a smooth and successful experience.

🌟 Your dream home in Greece is within reach

Greece offers a heavenly lifestyle, perfect for relaxing holidays or a permanent home after retirement. With favorable land and building prices, now is the time to invest.

Don’t wait any longer! Let us help you make your dream a reality.

Questions? Feel free to contact Real Estate Greece. Or read more about investing in real estate in Greece.