Factors Driving Up Purchase and Rental Prices The market for small homes has been on a steady upward trend in recent years, with studio apartments and one-room flats recording significant price increases. This trend is particularly evident in Alexandroupoli, where demand for small apartments remains high while available supply is insufficient to meet market needs. Although it may seem paradoxical at...
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Real estate investment has long been one of the most common ways to build and preserve wealth. For many, real estate is associated with security and stability. However, like any investment choice, purchasing property requires careful evaluation, as it comes with both significant benefits and risks. In practice, real estate investments are mainly divided into two categories: residential properties, such as...
A significant percentage of properties remain unsold for long periods of time, raising a reasonable question: why do some properties find a buyer immediately, while others stay on the market for months or even years?The answer is not one-dimensional. There are specific factors that determine whether a property will sell quickly, slowly, or not at all. The Right Asking PricePrice is the most decisive...
Developments in the Middle East are directly and indirectly impacting the domestic real estate market, creating new conditions in an environment that was already in a transitional phase. Rising energy costs, uncertainty in international markets, and shifts in buyer sentiment are shaping a new landscape for the construction sector. The Market Before the CrisisBefore the onset of geopolitical tensions, the...
A new era is taking shape for real estate in Greece, as by the end of 2026 the system of mortgage registries will be permanently abolished and the Cadastre will take over as the sole competent authority for managing all properties. This transition aims at the complete, final, and transparent recording of ownership, creating a more reliable and functional framework for the real estate market. Although this...
The existence of a parking space has now become one of the most decisive factors in the decision to purchase a home. Nationwide, 49.8% of homes available for sale include a parking space, confirming the importance of this feature for the modern buyer. However, the availability of parking spaces is not uniform and shows large variations from region to region. Cities with the highest parking...
Significant relief is being provided to thousands of property owners through a new amendment by the Ministry of Environment and Energy, which extends important deadlines related to the Electronic Building Identity and the legalization of unauthorized constructions.These measures prevent the “freeze” of property transfers, sales, and parental property transfers that had threatened the real estate...
The dilemma “newly built or old house?” concerns almost every prospective property buyer. Everyone is looking for a clear answer, but reality is more complex. In recent years, the market has shown a clear shift toward older and second-hand properties. Many buyers choose to purchase an old house and renovate it in order to adapt it to modern living needs and to their personal taste. However: Are...
The new construction era in Alexandroupoli essentially begins after the Covid-19 pandemic. In recent years, a sharp increase in the prices of newly built properties has been observed, naturally raising the question: why did this happen? Alexandroupoli is one of the few cities in Greece with a growing population. For this reason, analysis of the real estate market cannot be made in comparison with stagnant...
Selling a pre-owned property is never a simple process. Location and age alone are not enough; there are many other factors that decisively affect a property’s value. These factors are often described as “details,” but in practice they prove to be critical, as they directly influence the decision to buy or rent. From our day-to-day experience in the real estate market, we observe that two seemingly...