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Where to find property for sale in Corfu?
Corfu is one of the most popular islands in Greece, attracting thousands of visitors each year. It was one of the first islands to attract large numbers of tourists. It is the northernmost island of the Ionian Islands and is located at the entrance to the Adriatic Sea, closer to Albania than the next island south. Many home buyers choose Corfu for the perfect investment in a holiday home.
Why buy a property in Corfu?
It is a mountainous island with impressive landscapes and dense green vegetation as a result of winter rainfall. The island of Corfu as such stands in stark contrast to the rocky and arid Mykonos or other Cyclades islands. Corfu has long golden sandy beaches, 30 beaches have been awarded a Blue Flag. The 217 km long coastline of Corfu is decorated by a green background. There are many traditional villages, Byzantine churches, several museums, impressive Venetian fortresses and lively seaside resorts such as Kavos and Gouvia. Meanwhile, Corfu Town, with its wide streets, monuments, museums, trendy shops and terraces, has a grandeur. It is the legacy of the 400 years of Venetian rule. The old town is on the UNESCO World Heritage List.
Why do people choose to buy a house in Corfu?
It is relatively well served by flights, it is a large and sophisticated island and is also a good point from which to explore the other surrounding islands. Property can range from affordable to very expensive. It depends on your requirements and the location. The north coast is traditionally the classiest and the beach areas of Ipsos, Barbati, Acharavi, Almiros and Kassiopi are popular. There are a number of wealthy international property owners in the north east. If you buy a villa on the beach in Corfu, prices will go up because they are so rare. However, many people will say that the best sandy beaches are on the west coast, especially Paleokastritsa.
Houses for sale in Corfu for everyone
But you can also get a property for sale in Corfu for €200,000, such as a nice two bedroom house with use of a swimming pool. You can also get one within easy reach of Corfu Town, further south. With a budget of €50,000 you can renovate a small village house. The south of the island is flatter and in some parts there is a bit more mass tourism, for example Kavos with a great beach. Corfu is one of the more mature tourist islands in Greece, hard to beat for beaches and a good place to buy a property for any budget..
