🏗️ New construction projects in Crete: Design your dream home from scratch

The four steps from building plot to new construction – YOUR project on Crete

🏠 New construction of a property in Crete

You dream of an individually designed House in Crete, a tailor-made Villa with sea view or a unique new construction projectthat exactly meets your needs? At Schmidbauer Immobilien, we accompany you step by step on the path to your personal residential paradise on Greece's largest island.

We know that the New construction of a property on Crete abroad can initially raise major concerns – from unfamiliar processes to cost developments and the difficulty of visualizing plans spatially. But why should you have to compromise on Resale properties be satisfied when you can design your dream home from scratch?

With the right team at your side, your project will remain manageable and transparent. Get detailed advice and describe your wishes and ideas to us..

New construction on Crete: Your project step by step in video

New construction of a property on Crete

🧭 Step 1: Find the right building plot

The location of a property in Crete cannot be changed. Therefore, the choice of correct property The crucial first step for your new construction project!

• Your vision, our focus: Whether you want a bungalow in the village, a luxurious villa with sea views or a quiet retreat on the hillside – we will find the perfect building plot in Crete tailored to your needs.
• Individual sightseeing tour: After a preliminary selection, we will take you on a viewing tour to present options that suit you personally.

⚖️ Important information regarding property inspections in Greece

In Greece there are no officially designated building areas or building plots as in many other countries. Since building regulations are constantly changing, the Examination of actual building suitability The most complex and important step in buying land. Especially in the so-called outlying areas, i.e., outside the city or town limits.

• Extended bar exam: In addition to the standard checks carried out in any purchase process (e.g., ownership status, encumbrances, land registry), your lawyer must also conduct in-depth research on the building potential carry out the necessary work and request all required documents from the seller or their lawyer.
• Specialists needed: For this, we need additionally external specialists how engineers, architects or specialized topographers are commissioned to assess the topography of the property and clarify the building law situation.
• Additional costs: These inspections will incur costs for you as the buyer. additional costs, which can range from a few hundred euros to over 1000 euros, depending on the size and complexity of the property.
• Risk and delay: Only this exam will give you 100% legal certaintyIt may turn out that the property, contrary to expectations, is not buildableDelays are possible, especially if the seller's documents are incomplete or cooperation falters.

✅ Legal certainty

We provide comprehensive support throughout the purchasing process. We ensure that all necessary steps are taken so that your lawyer can... 100% legality can determine your property and you carefree can start the construction phase.

➡️ Selecting a building plot in Crete

A huge selection of Building plots in Crete see here.

📝 Step 2: Planning & designing your dream property

Your vision becomes reality! Our experienced designers and architects design and plan your Dream house in Crete exactly according to your specifications.

• Tailor-made architecture: Whether barrier-free bungalow, two-story Villa, apartment, luxury residence, guest house for rent (with EOT license) or your permanent residence – we realize your project.
• Your inspiration counts: Feel free to send us your own ideas, plans, pictures, or links. We'll turn your ideas into concrete designs.
• Visualization for clarity: Once we've finalized your design, we'll bring it to life with detailed floor plans and perspective drawings to help you visualize your new home in the best possible way.

🛋️ Step 3: Interior design & personal style

Create the ultimate interior for your Dream house in CreteWe will assist you in the selection and design to ensure that your property to add a personal touch.

• High-quality materials: Whether white marble floors, natural stone, polished concrete or modern wooden interiors – we will help you choose the ideal materials.
• Individual equipment: We are happy to assist you in selecting your personal kitchen, bathroom, tiles and fittings from our high-quality range.
• Furniture & Details: We are also happy to advise you on the choice of furniture, as every house should be individually designed.

🧱 Step 4: Build YOUR project – turnkey in Crete

The final phase: The construction of your project is carried out by our experienced team and local quality craftsmen.

• Quality & Transparency: We work only with the best professionals to guarantee you not only the best price but also a high-quality construction. Our construction team has extensive knowledge of modern materials and styles.
• Broad expertise: From the renovation of older Real Estate about the construction of traditional stone villas, modern Houses to commercial buildings – our team has the necessary experience.
• Ongoing reporting: We will keep you constantly updated on the construction progress – with written reports, current photos and videos. This way, you will always be informed, even from a distance, until you can turnkey property in Crete can move in.

💶 Costs and additional costs of your new building in Crete

Important information about costs:

• The Construction costs per m² depend heavily on the location of the property and its conditions (e.g. slope, access, soil conditions).
• Added to this are the land plus additional purchase costs, landscaping, driveway, pergolas, carport, garden, electricity and water connections, furniture, costs for lawyers, engineers, architects, building permits, etc.

Guideline prices per square meter (without land):

• these are approximate construction prices on Crete for a flat, easily developable plot of land.
• The Construction costs per m² for a 100 m² bungalow start at approx. 2.500 – 3.500 €/m² including additional costs (mostly prefabricated house construction).
• The Construction costs per m² for a high-quality villa start at approx. €4.000/m² – open at the top.
• Swimming pool: Simple pool from approx. €1.200/m², high-quality pools from €1.600/m² each including additional costs.

Time frame for your project:

• Until you become a property owner: approx. 6-18 months
• Building permit: approx. 3–6 months
• Construction time of the building: approx. 10–14 months

New construction vs. existing property – An investment in your wishes: Many prospective buyers do not want to wait long and are afraid of New build out of fear of the unknown. Therefore, the demand for relatively new Resale properties very high, which drives up prices accordingly. However, keep in mind: With an existing property, you often buy things you didn't necessarily want (e.g., a large garden, a certain type of heating). New build However, it is designed exactly according to your ideas. Therefore, a In many cases, new construction can even be cheaper than an existing propertythat only comes close to meeting your needs!

⚖️ Building law in Greece – an overview

A brief insight into Greek building law. Please note: All information is no guarantee, as there are always exceptions and special regulations. For precise information, it is always essential to consult a specialist.

Basics of buildability: The decisive factor for development and use is whether the building ground whether it is located indoors or outdoors, in which building zone it is located and whether it complies with the principles of buildability and constructability.

• Inner reach: The development plan, which was drawn up based on the land use plan, is decisive here. The permitted development in the inner area is usually between 40 and 60%. 
• Building zones: Examples are residential area, commercial area, industrial area, (moderate) tourist zone or agricultural zone.
• Outside: A Property must be at least 4.000 m² in size to be permitted to build. AND it must be located along a road or public right-of-way for a certain length. The building permit for a 4.000 m² plot is usually 186 m². In moderate tourist and agricultural areas, it is often less. Greek architects often find ways (e.g., above a certain slope) to expand the building permit.
• Commercial purposes: For commercial projects such as hotels or bungalow complexes, a Property The plot must be at least 8.000 m² in size. In this case, the building rights can be, for example, 4.000 m² (in the moderate tourist zone).
• Keller: The basement is taken into account when calculating building rights not taken into account.
• Building height: What's new is that Houses may no longer be built on the highest point of a mountain peak – the house may not exceed the mountain peak. In principle, the maximum height for private Houses 7,5 meters.
• Swimming pool: A Swimmingpool may only be used from a certain Property size and be built according to the building zone. Outside, the property must be located on a street or path.
• Building rights vs. living space: Building rights are comparable to the floor area (external dimensions of the building or floors, including walls). As a rule of thumb, the floor area minus approximately 20% equals the living space. The basement and exterior areas are not included in the permitted building rights.

➡️ For more detailed and tailored to your specific Property tailored information you should definitely Consultation with a planner or architect hold.