Financial Planning
Planning your finances before you start looking is important. You need to know what the costs are likely to be. We can help you with your financial planning based on the costs of living on the island and your personal preferences so that you can be confident about your budget.
You will find that living expenses in Greece are lower than in Northern European countries such as Britain, France or Germany. There is some info below that shows a few basic expenses, varying from purchase taxes, house appliances, to daily living expenses. This table is meant for display purposes only and should be viewed as an example. Different tax rates and expenses may be applicable to you based on your needs.
The info below are just examples of some typical household expenses.
The numbers displayed may not be representative for you and your individual needs. Different costs (higher or lower) may apply to your specific case.
House - 130,000€
Greek Purchase Tax (8-12%) - 14,400€
Legal fees & Notary fees - 2,000€
Total home purchase cost: 146,400€
Cooker - 500€
Washing Machine - 350€
Refrigerator - 400€
1 x double bed - 300€
2 x single beds - 400€
Dining furniture - 500€
Total home electrical and furniture cost: 2,450€
House running costs - 1,750€
House Bills - 700€
Food expenses - 2,000€
Car Insurance - 250€
Gasoline - 600€
Total expenses per year - 5,300€
