How much do you get paid to live in Antikythera?

The Greek island of Antikythera. A secluded Greek island has become the latest Mediterranean idyl to offer to pay people to move there, teaming up with the Greek Orthodox church to offer new residents a monthly allowance totalling €18,000 (NZ$33,000).



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Yep, the Greek island of Antikythera is desperate for more people to call the island home and is willing to pay big bucks to entice you there. As part of the package, you'll get a house to live in, and an allowance every month for the next three years.

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So, how much exactly will you get to move to this beautiful, but remote island? The local Greek Orthodox Church has set aside $20,000 for each family who decides to take the leap. Paying people to move to remote locations isn't as wild as it seems. In fact, Italy's doing the same thing.

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The Greek island of Antikythera. A secluded Greek island has become the latest Mediterranean idyl to offer to pay people to move there, teaming up with the Greek Orthodox church to offer new residents a monthly allowance totalling €18,000 (NZ$33,000).

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Antikythera has electricity, phones, internet connection, and basic plumbing. It even has its own source of water. However, amenities may vary based on the weather and inhabitants are required to be very conscious with water consumption.

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In Athens, the bustling capital city, it costs approximately $1200 monthly to rent an apartment this size. Purchasing a home with the same specifications would cost approximately $295,000. In Chania, Crete, a beautiful neoclassical city by the sea, you will pay around $860 in rent.

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The island is comparatively tiny, spanning just 20 square kilometers (8 square miles) and supporting a human population that hovers around 50.

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What is the average rent in Greece? The average rent for an apartment in Greece is $1,180. The cost of rent varies depending on several factors, including location, size, and quality.

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For property pricing and living expenses, Greece is far cheaper than the UK. Even in Athens where prices are higher, living costs are 33% lower than living in London. Greece has a more relaxed approach to work, which is a great pull for Brits seeking a better work/life balance.

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Affordability: Thessaloniki is one of the most affordable cities in Greece and offers a high standard of living for expats on a budget. The cost of living is lower than in other major cities in Greece, such as Athens, and is comparable to other European cities.

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It is believed that a hand-turned shaft (now lost) was connected by a crown gear to the main gear wheel, which drove the further gear trains, with each revolution of the main gear wheel corresponding to one solar year.

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After living in Greece for at least 7 years, residents permit holders may apply for Greek citizenship.

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