This impressive 1890's Neoclassical House is a listed property influenced by the architecture brought in Greece after the establishent of King Otto in 1832. The living surface of this magnificent house spreads on 340sqm and lies smoothly upon a 99sqm plot. The initial structure of the property was build in 1895. Gradually and through the years had several changes until its final shape back in 1926.
In 1978 the first major renovation took place. After that, the house was reinforced extrenally in the year 2000 and refurbished again internally in 2020.
Divided into 4 levels this amazing property consists of 3 independent spaces, one warehouse and 4 separate entrances!
All spaces are connected via a wooden staircase which leads on the top level and the rooftop terrace. The ground floor consists of a living room , a dining room with a day bed, one bedroom , a bathroom and a small kitchen. On the first floor we find the main living/ dining area with a marble made fireplace centrally located to the room. The main kitchen of the house and a guest wc are to be found next to the main hall. On the top floor we find the master bedroom and bathroom along with the maid's room. All floors have high ceilings and pitch pine flooring. From the roof top terrace tenants experience spectacular open views to the Acropolis, the Lycabetous hill, the Athens observatory and the roman market with the horologion of Andronikos Kyrristos.
The property also offers a fully operated semi basement with 3 separate spaces, a kichenette and a nicely renovated bathroom.
The House is top located, facing the famous Tower of the winds in the ancient agora. Three metro stations ( Monastiraki, Syntagma, Acropolis) and one railway station (Thission) are situated within walking distance. Numerous restaurants, retail shops . museums, art galleries and cafes are located nearby!
Location: Described as the ‘Neighbourhood of the Gods', Plaka and the Acropolis area are right at the core of Athens' historic centre. A vibrant shopping and tourist district, with beautiful neoclassical homes lining its streets, it is Athens' most charming neighbourhood.
Unique features: This is essentially Athens' ‘Museum Mile' with all the key archaeological sites and cultural venues located within a 1 km radius. It is home to the Acropolis Museum, voted as one of the top 10 museums in the world, to the Herod Atticus that still hosts plays and concerts as it did thousands of years ago. Trendy designer boutiques, cool cafes and restaurants as well as boutique hotels share space with neoclassical houses on largely pedestrianized streets. While tourists find it charming, there is also a real neighbourhood feel and sense of community for residents.
Accessibility: Extremely well-connected by the metro, tram, bus services to the rest of Athens. The airport is 50 minutes to an hour away by express train and direct buses.
Investment potential: This area is right in the historic centre of Athens, an area that has always enjoyed a lot of interest from buyers. Guaranteed returns on investment.
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