According to the latest analysis by Spitogato, the residential real estate market on the Greek islands has demonstrated significant growth and sustained interest over the past six years.
In the Ionian Islands, the average asking price (AAP) for residential properties surged by 49.3% between 2019 and 2025, reaching €2,389 per square meter in Q2 2025.
Crete similarly experienced substantial appreciation, with the AAP climbing to €2,105 per square meter, marking a 40.4% increase since 2019. The Aegean Islands recorded the highest growth rates overall, with asking prices rising to €2,778 per square meter in 2025—a 38.9% increase from Q2 2019.
On the international front, the top five countries generating the highest demand for properties on the Greek islands are the United States, United Kingdom, Germany, the Netherlands, and France.
Cyclades
During Q2 2025, most Cycladic islands saw increases in average asking prices, except for Naxos, Serifos, and Sikinos, where prices remained relatively stable compared to Q2 2024. Notably, Antiparos and Folegandros recorded annual price growth exceeding 20%. The priciest islands during this period were Mykonos, Antiparos, and Paros.
Ionian Islands
The Ionian Islands continue to be a favored summer destination for both domestic and international visitors, with rising tourism driving robust demand for real estate. In Q2 2025, Corfu led in buyer interest, while Paxoi maintained the highest average asking prices. More affordable options are found in Corfu and Kythera. Lefkada experienced the largest annual price increase, exceeding 20% compared to Q2 2024.
Sporades
The Sporades market witnessed dramatic price growth, with Alonissos’s average asking price increasing by over 30% year-over-year to €2,672 per square meter in Q2 2025. Skiathos remains the most expensive island in the Sporades, with an AAP of €3,273 per square meter.
Saronic Islands
Close proximity to Athens combined with natural beauty has made the Saronic Islands highly attractive for both vacationers and property buyers. Hydra leads the region as the most expensive island, with an average asking price of €6,500 per square meter. Salamina recorded a price increase exceeding 10% in Q2 2025 relative to the prior year. Salamina, Aegina, and Spetses rank among the most popular islands among domestic and international buyers.
Northern Aegean Islands
Ikaria, known for its cultural heritage and lifestyle associated with longevity, holds the highest average asking prices in the Northern Aegean. Conversely, Samos offers the most affordable options, with an AAP of €950 per square meter. All islands in the region experienced price increases, with Chios showing the largest rise at +7.1%.
Dodecanese Islands
The Dodecanese attract significant visitor interest due to their natural and historical appeal. Patmos is the priciest island, followed by Symi, which recorded a substantial annual price increase of over 30%, with an average asking price of €3,043 per square meter. Kalymnos also saw notable growth. Rhodes, Kos, and Kalymnos remain the most sought-after islands by Greek and international buyers.
Evia
Greece’s second-largest island, Evia, offers diverse vacation and year-round destinations with convenient access by car. The island’s sustained popularity is reflected in rising prices, especially in Styra, Marmari, and Kymi, with Styra experiencing the largest annual increase of just over 15%.
Crete
In Crete, the Chania regional unit is the most expensive area for residential property, registering a significant 22% increase in average asking prices in Q2 2025. Conversely, more affordable properties are available in the Heraklion regional unit.
