1917 Neoclassical Residence
for Sale | Exarcheia, Athens Center
An Openhouse Journal Property Feature
A Century-Old Residence in a
Neighborhood with Soul
In the heart of Exarcheia—Athens’ most intellectual and bohemian district—stands a neoclassical residence built in 1917. Its presence is unmistakably historic: tall ceilings, original timber elements, and period details that reflect more than a century of lived experience. This is not just a home, but a fragment of the city’s architectural memory, ready for its next thoughtful chapter.
Exarcheia: A Lived-In, Creative Quarter
Exarcheia has long been one of Athens’ most character-rich neighborhoods—shaped by students, artists, musicians, and families who have lived here for generations. The atmosphere is grounded and unmistakably local. Sidewalk cafés, independent bookstores, record shops, and atelier-style studios create an urban texture that feels both informal and deeply cultured.
Landmark dining addresses, such as Ama Lachei, anchor the food scene, while the area’s cultural institutions and universities give the district its unmistakable creative pulse.
Architectural Layers in Dialogue
Few central Athens districts preserve architectural variety as vividly as Exarcheia.
Here, early 20th-century neoclassical residences sit beside interwar buildings, post-war apartments, and contemporary restorations. The 1917 home represents one of the neighborhood’s earliest architectural layers — increasingly rare in the city center.
While the building requires a comprehensive renovation, it retains its original neoclassical proportions, façade elements, and early 20th-century spatial character, offering an authentic architectural foundation for restoration.
A neoclassical footprint from
1917— ready for a thoughtful, contemporary chapter.
Property Spotlight
1917 Neoclassical Residence
The residence spans two levels, shaped by its early 20th-century layout and distinctive neoclassical character. The property requires full renovation, which creates an opportunity to reimagine the home with contemporary design while honoring its historic framework.
A significant advantage of this offering is that the sale includes complete architectural plans for:
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A modern extension, thoughtfully integrated with the original structure
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A full renovation of the neoclassical residence
These plans have received official approvals, including both architectural and archaeological permissions, allowing a future owner to proceed with confidence and clarity.
A Quiet Street with Central Access
The forthcoming Exarcheia metro station, now under construction and just 150 meters from the residence, is set to further integrate the neighborhood into Athens’ expanding transit network. When completed, it will offer enhanced mobility and a strengthened connection to the city’s cultural and commercial axis—an infrastructural shift that naturally elevates the long-term outlook of the surrounding area.
A Home with Heritage, Ready for Renewal
The 1917 residence stands as a rare architectural canvas—rich in history, supported by approved design plans, and open to thoughtful transformation. For a buyer drawn to the interplay of heritage and contemporary vision, this property offers the possibility to shape an entirely new chapter within one of Athens’ most atmospheric neighborhoods.
Availability & Inquiries
The 1917 Neoclassical Residence in Exarcheia is offered at €360.000
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For inquiries or to request a private viewing:
Khania Curtis, LEED AP
Real Estate & Placemaking Consultant
Phone: +30 694 915 1342
Email: k.curtis@kwgreece.gr
