Short answer: outside prime Athens and the islands, a solid house in Greece runs roughly $200,000–$450,000 in 2026; Athens Riviera and Cycladic property starts around $700,000 and goes well into the millions. Below: the price bands by region in euros and dollars, what three budgets actually buy, and the fees on top. Dollar figures use an approximate €1 ≈ $1.08 rate; check the live rate when you transact, because on a property-sized purchase the currency move is real money.
Price per square metre by region, 2026
Greek listings are quoted per square metre. One m² is about 10.8 sq ft, so a 100 m² apartment is roughly 1,075 sq ft. Bands below are the indicative ranges in the BUY GREECE Greek Property Monitor, Q3 2026, converted at €1 ≈ $1.08.
| Market | € per m² | ≈ $ per m² | ≈ $ per sq ft |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peloponnese — Kalamata city & Verga | €1,400–€3,200 | $1,500–$3,450 | $140–$320 |
| Central Athens (Koukaki, Kolonaki, Plaka) | €2,000–€7,000 | $2,150–$7,550 | $200–$700 |
| Peloponnese — Nafplio Old Town, restored | €3,000–€5,500 | $3,250–$5,950 | $300–$550 |
| Northern Athens — Kifisia | €3,500–€7,500 | $3,800–$8,100 | $350–$750 |
| Athens Riviera — Glyfada | €3,500–€10,000 | $3,800–$10,800 | $350–$1,000 |
| Athens Riviera — Voula | €4,000–€8,000 | $4,300–$8,650 | $400–$800 |
| Santorini | €4,500–€7,500 | $4,850–$8,100 | $450–$750 |
| Mykonos | €7,500–€18,000 | $8,100–$19,450 | $750–$1,800 |
| Athens Riviera — Vouliagmeni | €8,000–€18,000 | $8,650–$19,450 | $800–$1,800 |
| Crete (Chania, Heraklion, coast) — indicative, not yet in Monitor | €2,000–€4,000 | $2,150–$4,300 | $200–$400 |
| Thessaloniki — indicative, not yet in Monitor | €1,800–€3,000 | $1,950–$3,250 | $180–$300 |
Greek national average: €2,561/m² (≈ $2,770/m², ≈ $255/sq ft). National prices rose 8.6% in 2024 per the Bank of Greece; Attica is up 71.1% since 2017. New-build and energy-efficient homes sit at the top of each band.
What your budget buys in 2026
Around $200,000 (about €185,000)
A one-bedroom apartment in a solid central Athens neighbourhood, a renovation project in a prime area, or a comfortable house in Kalamata, Crete or Thessaloniki. This is the entry point for rental-income buyers, and Kalamata is the cheapest coastal market BUY GREECE tracks.
Around $500,000 (about €460,000)
A quality two- or three-bedroom apartment in a desirable Athens district, a modern home in Crete, a restored house in Nafplio's Old Town, or a property that clears the €400,000 Golden Visa tier that applies to most of Greece outside Attica, Thessaloniki, Mykonos, Santorini and the larger islands.
Around $1,000,000 (about €925,000)
An Athens Riviera apartment in Glyfada or Voula, a sea-view island villa, or a new build that clears the €800,000 prime-zone Golden Visa tier. This is luxury-tier in most of Greece and mid-market in Vouliagmeni and Mykonos.
The fees on top of the price
Budget roughly 5–7% above the price for transfer tax (3%, 3.09% with the municipal surcharge, on resales), notary (1–1.5%), legal fees (1–1.5%) and cadastre registration; add a broker commission of around 2% plus VAT and the all-in stack is closer to 8–10%. New builds may fall under 24% VAT instead of transfer tax, though that VAT is suspended on most new construction through 31 December 2026. After purchase, annual ENFIA property tax is typically a few hundred to a couple of thousand dollars for a mid-range home, more for island villas. The full sequence is in how to buy property in Greece.
Where you get the most for your money
Kalamata, Laconia and Crete give the most space and sea-view value per dollar; central Athens balances price with rental demand and liquidity; the Riviera and the Cyclades cost the most and hold value most firmly. For the market-by-market comparison, read where to buy property in Greece in 2026, and weigh returns in is Greek property a good investment.
Frequently asked questions
How much does an average house in Greece cost in dollars?
Outside the prime Athens and island markets, solid houses commonly run $200,000–$450,000. Prime Athens Riviera and Cycladic property runs from roughly $700,000 into the millions.
Are Greek property prices still rising?
Yes. The Bank of Greece index rose 8.6% nationally in 2024, led by Athens and the islands; the pace has moderated into single digits and varies by region.
Why are prices quoted in euros?
Greece uses the euro. Convert at the live rate when you transact, and remember the euro–dollar rate itself moves your true cost.
How much is a house in Greece in US dollars per square foot?
Roughly $140–$320 per sq ft in Kalamata, $200–$700 in central Athens, $350–$1,000 in Glyfada and $800–$1,800 in Vouliagmeni or Mykonos, at €1 ≈ $1.08.
About this guide
Published by BUY GREECE LLC, the US real estate company with offices in Chicago, Illinois and Glyfada, Athens. Reviewed by Kirill Samarits, Founder & CEO. Price bands follow the BUY GREECE Greek Property Monitor, published quarterly and free to reuse under CC BY 4.0. Prices are market estimates for guidance, not valuations; exchange rates fluctuate. Corrections: contact BUY GREECE.
Reference pages from BUY GREECE, updated on a schedule and free to cite under CC BY 4.0:
Prices by region, rental yields and Golden Visa tiers, refreshed every quarter: Greek Property Monitor (prices, yields, Golden Visa tiers, quarterly)
Every Greek property rule change that affects buyers, dated and reviewed monthly: Greek property law tracker (every rule change, dated, monthly)
The full purchase process, the cost stack and where to buy: How do you buy property in Greece? The costs, the steps and the best areas
Model the return on a specific budget in a specific area, free and without signing up: Greek property ROI calculator (what your budget earns, by area, in rent and value)
How much does a house in Greece cost in 2026? Prices by region, in euros and US dollars
Greek property prices 2026 by region in €/m² and US dollars, what $200k, $500k and $1M buys, and the fees on top. From BUY GREECE.
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