Halkidiki has emerged as one of the most popular destinations for purchasing vacation homes, both for Greeks and international buyers, in the first few months of this year, according to Spitogato. Specifically, Sithonia and Kassandra in Halkidiki rank among the areas with the highest average asking prices for vacation homes, with Nea Kallikrateia also making the top list. Additionally, apart from Greeks, Germans and Balkan nationals show significant interest in buying vacation homes in Halkidiki.
Domestic and International Demand for Homes in Greece
According to Spitogato, domestic demand for homes for sale decreased by 4.2% in the first quarter of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023, while international demand saw an increase of 11.8%.
Popular Areas for Greek Buyers
The most popular areas for Greek homebuyers searching for homes for sale are the Suburbs of Thessaloniki, the Center of Athens, the Northern and Southern Suburbs of Athens, and the Municipality of Thessaloniki. In the Thessaloniki Suburbs, Greek buyers frequently look for apartments, single-family homes, and maisonettes. In the Center of Athens and the Southern Suburbs of Athens, the most popular types of homes are again apartments, single-family homes, and studios. Lastly, those looking for homes for sale in the Northern Suburbs are most interested in single-family homes, apartments, and maisonettes.
International Demand Trends
Regarding international demand, the most popular areas for home searches in the first quarter of 2024 are the Center of Athens, Halkidiki, and the Southern Suburbs of Athens. Prospective buyers in the Center of Athens come primarily from the United Kingdom and the United States, with a preference for apartments, single-family homes, and studios.
You can find daily prices update in the English language on Spitogato’s website HERE.
Halkidiki: A Prime Spot for Tourists and Foreign Buyers
Halkidiki is becoming one of the top destinations in Greece, both for tourists and foreign buyers. The countries with the highest number of searches for homes for sale in Halkidiki are Germany, Serbia, and North Macedonia, with buyers mostly looking for apartments, single-family homes, and maisonettes. In the Southern Suburbs of Athens, the United States, the United Kingdom, and Germany show the most interest in homes for sale. The most popular types of homes in the Southern Suburbs are apartments, single-family homes, and maisonettes.
Halkidiki’s growing popularity for vacation home purchases highlights its appeal not only as a tourist hotspot but also as a prime real estate market for both domestic and international buyers.
