Question 1

What does a buyer's search agent do in Greece? +

Accepted Answer

A buyer's search agent works exclusively for the buyer — never the seller. We identify properties matching your brief (including off-market), conduct due diligence, advise on pricing, negotiate on your behalf, and coordinate the legal, tax and relocation process from start to finish. Pelagos is paid exclusively by the buyer — a retainer plus a success fee on completion — and accepts no commission from vendors or their agents.

Question 2

Can British and American buyers purchase property in Greece? +

Accepted Answer

Yes. Both British and American citizens can purchase property freely across most of Greece with full ownership rights. Non-EU buyers making a qualifying property investment — from €250,000 for restoration projects up to €800,000 in prime zones such as Corfu, Mykonos, Santorini and the Athens Riviera — qualify for the Greek Golden Visa, granting EU residency for buyer, spouse, children under 21 and both sets of parents.

Question 3

How much does luxury property cost in Greece in 2026? +

Accepted Answer

Prices range from €800,000 for a well-positioned island villa to €15m+ for exceptional waterfront estates. North-east Corfu: €2m–€8m. Athens Riviera (Vouliagmeni): €3m–€15m+. Mykonos prime: €2.5m–€12m. Santorini caldera estates: €4m–€15m+. Prime locations saw 18–24% capital appreciation in 2025 — significantly above the Greek market average of 7.8%.

Question 4

What is the Greek Golden Visa and how does it work? +

Accepted Answer

The Greek Golden Visa grants EU residency through a tiered real estate investment: €250,000 for converting commercial property to residential use or restoring a listed building; €400,000 for a single property of at least 120 sqm; or €800,000 for property in Athens, Thessaloniki, or islands with over 3,100 inhabitants. Residency covers the buyer, spouse, children under 21, and both sets of parents — with no requirement to live in Greece. Permits are typically issued within 90-120 days and renew every five years conditional on retaining the property. After seven years of residency, citizenship may be applied for.

Question 5

Why is Corfu one of Greece's most sought-after locations? +

Accepted Answer

Corfu combines direct flights from London (under 3.5 hours), a UNESCO World Heritage town, extraordinary natural beauty — particularly the north-east coastline — and a clientele that values privacy over profile. It is the only major Greek island with a year-round infrastructure that genuinely supports full-time residence. Supply of exceptional waterfront property is entirely finite; demand from UK, US, German and Middle Eastern buyers continues to grow.

Question 6

How do I start working with Pelagos Private Office? +

Accepted Answer

The simplest start is a direct call or email to Marcus — +44 7590 393963 or hello@pelagosprivateoffice.com. If you want comprehensive advisory before committing to a search, the Discovery Programme covers property strategy, location analysis, tax and legal briefing, and personal adviser introductions — and is credited in full against your transaction. Or begin with our free market matching tool on the Intelligence page.

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