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Buy a House in Greece with Elxis

Already found your dream property in Greece?

Let us take care of the rest. From acting as your representative to handling the legal due diligence and the full purchase process, our team works on your behalf from the first call to the signature at the notary.

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Buying property in Greece on your own can be stressful and time-consuming. Language barriers, unfamiliar bureaucracy, and the distance from home all add up, and the Greek property market works differently from most other European countries.

Without the right help, you risk paying the wrong price, missing a legal issue on the title, or getting stuck in local paperwork. Buying a house in Greece involves specific legal, administrative, and financial protocols, and each one has its own documents and deadlines.

Purchasing a property in Greece is a life-changing decision, and at Elxis we aim to make the process as smooth and enjoyable as possible. With 35 years of experience in Greek real estate, our team supports you at every stage, so you can focus on the lifestyle you are buying into: a summer home by the sea, an investment that brings in rental income, or a place where your family can settle for good.

How We Help You Buy Property in Greece

Foreigners can buy property in Greece without nationality restrictions. What makes it demanding is the detail: buying a house in Greece involves specific legal, administrative, and financial protocols. This is where our team takes over.

Every buyer must obtain a Greek tax identification number (AFM). Our legal team applies for it on your behalf and prepares a power of attorney, so we can act for you without your physical presence being required. Important note: A Greek bank account is not required, though many buyers find one useful for payments once they own the property.

Our legal due diligence involves checking ownership, liens, and planning permissions before you commit. In general, the buying process typically takes three to six months, and we manage it from start to finish and keep you up to date at every stage. That way, you always know what has been done and what comes next.

What Makes Us Different

Elxis started as a legal office helping international buyers who were discovering Greece, and that legal foundation still shapes how we work today. Our in-house lawyers and real estate consultants work side by side, so the people checking your title and the people helping you find a property are part of the same team.

Our real estate consultants are salaried, not paid on commission, meaning they are not rewarded for closing a sale, but for how well informed and satisfied you are, so you can take your time and ask every question you have. And because our team brings together Greek and Western European ways of working, we explain the procedures and expectations behind the language as well, so nothing about the process feels foreign.

Clear Costs From the Start

Before you make an offer, we walk you through every cost, so your budget holds no surprises. Additional costs for buying property in Greece are typically 10% on top of the purchase price.

We also prepare you for owning a house in Greece. You pay an annual property tax called ENFIA and file a yearly Greek tax declaration.

You can find more info here: Homeowner's Guide in Greece

With Local Knowledge

Houses for Sale Across Greece

Greece offers a full range of regions to discover, and our real estate consultants know the places our buyers ask about most. From our offices in Thessaloniki, Rethymno and Plakias, and an upcoming one in Kalamata, we help international buyers find and buy property for sale in Greece, on the Greek islands and on the mainland.

On Crete and the other Greek islands, buyers find traditional residences, luxury villas and modern, beachfront villas with a panoramic view of the sea. On the mainland, Central Macedonia combines the beautiful beaches of Halkidiki with the coast below Mount Olympus. The Peloponnese offers houses and land at lower property prices, within driving distance of Athens. To the west, the Ionian Islands are known for their crystal-clear waters, while Western Greece and Western Macedonia offer quieter real estate opportunities.

Our portfolio contains a wide variety of houses for sale, and whichever region you have in mind, your property search starts the same way: with a non-committal video call with one of our real estate consultants. Together, you talk through your search criteria, your budget, the lifestyle you have in mind, and your goals, be it a summer home, a property to rent out, or a place where your family can settle.

From there, we do the searching for you. Instead of a generic map full of listings, you receive a tailored selection of properties we have already looked into. By the time you visit in person, the viewing confirms what you already know.

How to Buy a House in Greece with Elxis

Steps

1. A non-committal call: We explain how Greek property transactions work, including the procedures, the taxes, and what to look out for.

2. We handle the details: We contact the seller and negotiate the price, while our in-house legal team checks ownership, liens and planning permissions and drafts the contract. One team, so there's no separate agent and lawyer to coordinate.

3. Property transfer: We are present at the notary for the final steps, and afterwards we register the property with the Greek cadastre.

4. Every step in your language: We answer your questions as they come up and explain the relevant Greek laws in your native language, so nothing is lost in translation.

5. Contract support: We can even help you draft a contract if you’re working with your own constructor, helping hold the constructor accountable and keep your best interests protected.

6. After the sale: We stay in touch beyond the notary, answering your questions, keeping you updated on legal changes, and helping if you ever decide to sell.

Our Services

  • Property search based on our clients' wishes and preferences.

  • In-house legal support, including legal due diligence and your AFM application.

  • Multilingual support (English, Dutch, German, French, Greek).

  • Viewings arranged by trusted professionals.

  • Assistance with local paperwork and regulations during and after the sale.

  • Access to a network of trusted partners (surveyors, civil engineers, notaries).

  • Secure transaction management with personalised support and progress updates.

As the CEO & Founder of Elxis, Mr. Giorgos Gavriilidis, has said:

“"Buying a property in Greece should be an exciting experience, but it should also be a well-prepared one. Take the time to understand not only the property, but also the wider process around it. Ask questions, make sure you understand what you are signing, and work with people who know the market well".”

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