RE/MAX Europe: low housing satisfaction among Greeks

According to the pan-European European Housing Trend Report 2025 by RE/MAX Europe, 66% of Greeks report being satisfied with their housing conditions, marking a decline of two percentage points compared to 2024. At the same time, the European average stands at 77%, showing a marginal increase and thereby widening Greece’s gap relative to the rest of Europe.

The Netherlands ranks at the top with 85%, while high levels of satisfaction are also recorded in Austria, Romania, Switzerland, and Luxembourg (81%). By contrast, Greece is among the lower-ranking countries, alongside Hungary (64%), while relatively low scores are also observed in Malta and Lithuania (71%) and Ireland (68%).

Age emerges as a key differentiating factor. The highest levels of satisfaction are found among older age groups, with 93% of the so-called “Silent Generation,” 84% of Baby Boomers, and 75% of Generation X reporting satisfaction. In contrast, younger generations display higher levels of dissatisfaction, with Millennials (aged 29–44) and Generation Z recording the highest shares of negative responses at the European level.

Housing type and location also play a significant role. Apartments remain the dominant form of housing in Europe, with 51% of citizens residing in them—particularly high shares are recorded in Turkey, Spain, Bulgaria, and Switzerland. Detached houses account for 24%, with a stronger presence in Hungary and Slovenia.

However, satisfaction levels are higher among those living in larger and more spacious properties. Approximately 80% of individuals residing in detached houses or maisonettes report being satisfied, compared to 73% of apartment dwellers, while among homeowners of detached properties, the figure rises to 82%.

Differences are also evident between urban and non-urban areas. City residents report lower levels of satisfaction (75%) compared to those living outside urban centers (78%), a disparity largely attributed to limited space and higher housing costs.

In Greece, these pressures are also reflected in relocation intentions, with 32% of respondents stating that they are considering moving within the next 12 months in order to secure more space, while 30% are seeking more affordable housing options.

At the European level, lack of space is the primary source of dissatisfaction (37%), rising to 42% among younger generations, highlighting the growing mismatch between incomes and property prices. High housing costs follow at 34%, reaching as much as 58% in Malta and 50% in Austria.

Finally, tenure status remains a critical factor. A total of 85% of homeowners report being satisfied with their housing situation, compared to just 61% of renters, confirming that homeownership continues to be a key pillar of housing security across Europe.