Maisonettes in Kefalonia

If you’re considering a maisonette on the island of Kefalonia, the listings from Enos Properties present an excellent opportunity – whether you’re looking to purchase or rent a property as your primary residence, a vacation home, or an investment. Here’s a detailed guide and helpful advice for potential buyers, especially for professionals such as public servants, firefighters, teachers or doctors, and others thinking of taking advantage of these offers.

Why a maisonette in Kefalonia merits your attention

A maisonette – essentially a two-level apartment or house-style unit – offers more space and autonomy compared to a standard apartment. On Kefalonia, the real estate market for maisonettes is active and features good demand, which means it’s worth exploring.

Key advantages

• The island boasts beautiful nature, mild climate, and an appealing lifestyle – factors that strengthen the demand for properties here. A list of maisonette in Kefalonia
• Real estate prices are on the rise, and there’s commentary that buyers are entering the market recognizing that property values are likely to appreciate.
• A maisonette can serve multiple uses: your home, holiday rental property, long-term rental property. Enos Properties explicitly mentions this flexibility.
• For non‐EU buyers, buying a property (including a maisonette) in Greece can lead to residence permits (the “Golden Visa” scheme) if certain conditions are met, making it an extra incentive. More about Golden Visa

What you’ll find in the listings

On the Enos Properties website, under “Maisonettes in Kefalonia”, you’ll find a selection of maisonettes across various areas, with differing costs, sizes and amenities:

• In the area of Livathos: A maisonette of 154 m² with 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms listed at €360,000.
• In Argostoli: Α maisonette (building 264 m² on a land plot of 292 m²) for sale at €420,000.
• Also in Argostoli: A larger maisonette (building 413 m²) with 5 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms, priced at €1,150,000.
• For rent  in Argostoli (long‐term): a maisonette of 264 m² with land 292 m² listed at €1,500/month.

From this you can see the range: from more modest maisonettes (in terms of size, cost) to larger premium units. This diversity offers options for different budgets and needs.

Who should consider a maisonette here?

• Public servants, teachers, doctors, firefighters: If you’re working on the island (or planning to move here) you may appreciate the extra space and durability a maisonette offers – particularly if you require room for a family or home office.
• Investors: If you’re looking for an affordable-ish bargain (by island standards) with strong rental potential (holiday or long-term), a maisonette is worth investigating.
• Holiday/second‐home buyers: The ability to use the property personally for part of the year and rent it out the rest can make a maisonette an attractive option.
• Relocators/retirees: For those seeking a quiet lifestyle in Greece with good climate and community, these maisonettes can be suitable.

Advice for purchase, sale and rentals

• Purchase cost: As noted, prices vary widely. Determine your budget, account for additional costs (taxes, legal fees, renovation if needed).
• Sale/resale potential: Given the current upward trend in real estate in Kefalonia, buying now could position you well for future value appreciation.
• Rent or long‐term rental: If you don’t plan to occupy full-time, consider renting the maisonette out. Long-term rental can provide steady income; short-term (holiday) rental may give higher returns but requires more management.
• Affordability & bargains: While some units are high cost, smaller maisonettes or ones in less central locations may offer more affordable entry points – good for budget-conscious buyers.
• Photos & viewing: Make sure to review all available photos in the listing (Enos Properties includes images) and, if possible, visit in person to inspect condition, layout, surrounding area.
• Opportunity window: Because the market is active and demand is rising, there may be a “window” where waiting could cost you more – so staying alert to offers is wise.
• Services & community: For professionals (teachers, doctors, firefighters etc) check local amenities, transport links, schools, healthcare facilities in the area you’re choosing.
• Legal & tax issues: Ensure you engage a reputable local lawyer or real‐estate agent to handle legal due diligence (title, permissions, building status).
• Long-term vs sale strategy: If your aim is rental/investment, pick maisonettes in areas with strong tourism or good occupancy; for primary residence choose somewhere matching lifestyle needs.

Final Thoughts

If you’re looking into the real-estate market in Kefalonia, a maisonette presents a very credible option – whether your goal is purchase, sale, long-term rental, or investment. Because there are only a limited number of maisonettes on the island, as mentioned by Enos Properties (“there is only a limited number of maisonettes on the island of Kefalonia”).

For professionals (teachers, fire-fighters, doctors, public servants) seeking either a lifestyle change or an investment vehicle, these properties merit serious consideration. Keep an eye on offers, act when the right opportunity appears, and ensure you get the right advice on legal, tax and rental implications.

While budgets vary and there are entry-levels available, given the rising demand it’s wise not to delay if you find something that fits your criteria.