Crete - the southernmost and largest island of Greece. It offers a wonderful climate, warm sea, soft sun, amazing nature and a nice national flavor. Properties on Crete have been and remain a desirable acquisition in Greece. The bulk of the population lives in large cities and in the centers of the following eponymous areas - Rethymno, Heraklion and Chania. The last area is a residence of many foreigners. Namely there is located the National Park Lefka Ori and the famous pink beach of Elafonisi.
On the territory of the island have no high-rise buildings and the large cities do not bear the title of megalopolises. There are no large apartment complexes, but only small once with pretty white houses - a typical choice for Crete. Villages inhabited by the locals are especially small and unpretentious, which gives a special charm to the local color. Foreigners, of course, are more exacting, so for them on the island are build townhouses and magnificent villas of corresponding value.
In the area of Rethymno you will find a large selection of villages with houses near the sea at a price of 300 thousand euros. The area of Heraklion in the center of Crete is rich in architectural monuments, among which stands out the Minoan palace of Knossos. Cost per square meter there is an average of 1,200 euros. For lovers of outdoor activities, including nightlife, are suitable apartments in Malia and Hersonissos. The eastern area Lassithi - a calm rhythm of life. The main attraction there is the freshwater lake Voulismeni. The most prestigious housing in Lassithi is situated in the capital of this region - the town of Agios Nikolaos. Three-bedroom houses there are close to half a million euros. No less prestigious place in the east of the island of Crete - Elounda resort that has approximately 2000 thousand inhabitants, and villas owned by the most powerful people in the world. But even there, if you wish, you can find an apartment for 70 thousand euros.
Buying a home or profitable commercial real estate on the island of Crete for foreign investors is not limited. You just need to find an experienced specialist for registration of documents.
