Description
It is a penthouse maisonette of 212sq.m. on the 5th and 6th floors in Monastiraki with spectacular views of the Acropolis from most areas of the property, especially from the living room where Parthenon looks like a fine art print on the wall.
It is a fully-equipped smart house from the electric shatters and windows to the alarm system and air conditioning units all accessible via your smart phone. It also has access to the internet using the latest technology and an internal elevator which opens onto both floors using a key. The gas central heating has its own boiler. The aluminium windows use the latest technologies for thermal and sound insulation.
The 5th floor consists of 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a Jacuzzi inside and outside with hydromassage, a walk-in closet and a laundry room.
The property has balconies all around the periphery of the house with Acropolis views and even Lycabettus views from certain angles.
The property is located in the centre of Athens just a short walk from all the major tourist attractions and Monastiraki itself is a lively neighbourhood full of traditional taverns, bars, cafes, and the famous flea market. In the area is a metro station which serves lines 1 and 3 and links directly to the airport.
As a life investment this property is suitable for first home for a family who enjoys city life and also as a second home for someone living abroad who wants a comfortable, luxurious stay when visiting Athens. As an investment property it could yield high return used as an airbnb or long-term rental.
Location: Monastiraki, located right at the foot of the Acropolis, is named after the monastery that once stood in its main square. A vibrant shopping and tourist district, Monastiraki is the very heart of this sleepless city.
Unique features: Monastiraki is Athens in a nutshell where the ancient, old, modern and kitsch all combine together to give it its unique character. This is where you’ll see layers of history unfold - from the Acropolis that dominates the horizon to the Roman Agora and Hadrien’s Library from the Roman times to Byzantine churches and Ottoman mosques, handsome neoclassical mansions and post-war architecture. It is a vibrant district for shopping, eating out, nightlife, chock-a block with bars, galleries, where each little lane leads to new and exciting possibilities.
Accessibility: Monastiraki has the oldest metro station in Athens and is extremely well-connected to the rest of Athens. It is a 5- minute walk to Syntagma and to Plaka. There are express trains and buses to the airport that take around 50 minutes to an hour.
Investment potential: Monastiraki is right in the historic centre of Athens, an area that has always enjoyed a lot of interest from buyers.
