Greek real estate is one of the most sought-after property markets in Europe — driven by sustained international demand, a transforming hospitality sector, the Golden Visa programme and growing interest in distressed and development assets. But Greek property law is also among the most technically demanding in the EU, with complexities that catch unprepared buyers and investors repeatedly. A property lawyer in Greece completes those checks before any deposit is paid, because a deposit is hard to recover.
At Pantazis & Associates, real estate has been a core practice since the firm's founding. We have advised on some of the most significant property transactions in Greece, including a private island acquisition and major commercial and development matters across the entire country. We act for residential buyers, commercial investors, hotel groups, developers, lenders and distressed asset funds.
"Whether you are buying a home in Athens, acquiring a hotel in Mykonos, developing a resort in Crete or purchasing a distressed portfolio — the legal complexity of Greek property demands a specialist, not a generalist." Arbitrary construction and planning irregularities are the issues a property lawyer in Greece finds most often on Greek titles.
Our property lawyers are expert in the specific complexities of Greek real estate: Cadastre and Land Registry title searches, coastal zone (αιγιαλός) regulations, archaeological site restrictions, co-ownership structures, forest land designations, building permit issues, ENFIA tax compliance, and the full legal framework for non-EU buyers. We work across the entire country — Athens, Thessaloniki, the Cyclades, the Dodecanese, Crete, the Ionian islands, and the mainland. Send the property details before you sign anything.
Why Greek property is complex
Title verification is not straightforward
Many Greek properties — particularly on islands and in rural areas — carry unresolved title issues, boundary disputes, forest land designations or coastal zone complications that only emerge through specialist due diligence.
International buyers
Non-EU nationals face additional requirements
Non-EU buyers require a Greek tax number (AFM), a bank account, and in some areas a Ministry of Defence permit. We guide international clients through every step of the process.
Our reach
All of Greece — not just Athens
We advise on property transactions across the entire country. Islands, mainland, resort destinations and urban centres — our knowledge is not geographically limited.
Languages
We advise in your language
English, Greek and Italian. The majority of our real estate clients are international. We manage the full process remotely when needed.