Real Estate Locations
Quite literally, I can point you in the right direction!
The Locations I Cover
You're not just buying a property in Greece, you're buying a lifestyle. The location matters because you need to know that the area will deliver what you expect as much as the property does.
The location will affect how much house you'll get for your money and whether you can expect a return on your investment.
And once you own your idyllic Greek property, you'll need to maintain it, easily get provisions, and go out and about locally. I provide some personally gleaned information for each of the areas I cover, to get you started.
Why The Saronic Islands
I moved to Hydra, one of the Saronic Islands, in 2000 primarily because this group of Greek Islands doesn't have an airport so tourism hadn't exploded as it has in other areas but is close to Athens by sea making all of the group accessible within a couple of hours at most from Piraeus.
I am a fan of Neo-Classical architecture and have a preference for trees and greenery. Even though Hydra isn't the greenest of the islands, it's well-placed to make access to the other islands in the group easy. So the Saronic Islands are my real estate territory and I know and enjoy each of the islands for different reasons.
My clients, sellers and buyers in all areas, can be assured that I personally visit every house I list, do my own survey, ask the questions that buyers will, so that I can talk about my property listings with detailed knowledge. What you see on my site is what you will see during viewings. And I am happy to share the information I find about the locations too.
Aegina Island
Aegina is the largest of the Saronic Islands and is the least pretentious. It has an atmosphere of the 1970s and feels the most 'Greek'. It's very laid back and friendly. Yes, there is tourism but there are other year-round businesses independent of hospitality. There are archaeological sites and museums, plenty of artists and writers, and the pistachio industry is acknowledged worldwide. Aegina to my mind keeps its best bits hidden to be discovered over time. Property prices range from 50k apartments to exclusive, private estates in the millions.
Galatas (Mainland)
Think of Galatas as the gateway to the Peloponnese mainland. The little town of Galatas isn't a tourist destination, instead it's a residential town with a great local community. It's busy first thing in the morning with children going to school, parents heading off to work, (many commuting to Athens and some over to Poros). Siesta time is strictly observed. And it's not until later in the evening that you find out just how many people call it home when they all come to the sea front to enjoy dinner together watching their children play near by. Areas like Troezen Village and the Lemon Forest are gorgeous. Definitely worth considering if you're interested in buying low before property prices go up.
Hydra Island
Glamorous, step back in time, no wheeled vehicles allowed anywhere on the island, most expensive of the Saronic islands. The whole island is a designated National Monument with a strict building code attached to a preservation order.
Prices start from about 400k for a plot of land and rise steeply to 6 million. Currently, 2026, the average price of property on the market is €1,500,000.
Poros Island
Overlooked by tourism. It's deliciously green, relaxing, and very clean. Your investment will go a long way here. Poros is the administration center for Galatas on the mainland as well as the island itself.
Galatas is on the Peloponnese mainland exactly opposite Poros Island (only 10 mins by car ferry). This makes Poros and Galatas perfect for those who don't want to fly, drive themselves and have the minimum amount of time on a ferry. Property prices start very low, (€50k) but go into the millions for an estate. Super connections with other islands in the gulf and easy road access to the places of interest on the Peloponnese.
Spetses Island
Furthest away from Piraeus, about 2.5 hours by Cat, Spetses is the aristocratic favourite 2nd home destination especially with Greek Athenians. Prices are on par with Hydra but what you get for your money is quite a bit more.