How much does it cost to build a house in Greece?
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There is no single price per square metre that applies to every house in Greece. Cost is shaped by the plot, the geometry of the building, the specification level and how well the site is organised. Here is where the money actually goes.
What a complete budget includes
A realistic budget covers far more than the shell. Foreign buyers are often quoted a construction figure that excludes design, permits, utility connections and landscaping.
- Architectural, structural and MEP design plus the building permit
- Earthworks, foundations and the structural frame
- Masonry, insulation, waterproofing and windows
- Mechanical and electrical installations, heating and cooling
- Finishes: flooring, bathrooms, kitchen, painting
- External works, fencing and utility connections
The factors that move the price most
Sloping plots and difficult access add cost before the structure even starts, through excavation and retaining works. This is common on coastal and island sites.
Geometry matters: cantilevers, large glazed openings and complex roofs cost significantly more than a compact volume of the same floor area.
The specification level is the most elastic part of the budget. Two identical houses can differ substantially on windows, flooring and sanitary ware alone.
How overruns are avoided
Most overruns come from late decisions rather than expensive materials. Choosing a kitchen after the services are installed means rework and delay.
We lock critical selections ahead of each stage, keep an itemised cost tracker per work package and obtain written approval before each payment — which matters even more when the client is abroad.