This area, at present called “Greek”, was inhabited in 1925 after the destruction of Smyrna by Pontiac refugees, who came from Sourmena of Pontos. Prior to that, it was referred to as an uninhabitable area, arid and dry with rustic character and until 1830 constituted the pasture owned by the Turk Pasha Hassan (Hassani Tsifliki) which extended to Voula.
The former name of this municipality was Loimiko, due to the quarantine hospice that existed there, the current name “Greek” was established in the early 20th century and was selected as a better sounding name. The area hosted the main national airport of Athens from 1938 until 2001.
This region is divided by Vouliagmenis Avenue. The Sourmena neighborhood is located above and the areas of lower Greek, areas of Aghios Kosmas and Aghia Paraskevi are located beneath the main avenue.
Particularity: Elliniko provides the typical Greek neighborhood feeling, residents are always there to help, providing a sense of friendliness and hospitality. It is a relatively new area which has a remarkable potential for growth. In the near future, the old airport’s facilities will be utilized to create a new, modern and innovative region. The nearby Metro Station has significantly contributed to the development of this district.
Transportation: Metro and various bus lines.
Nature: The lower Greek area.
Market: The local market covers all daily needs of its inhabitants.
Average property purchase and rental rates: The market prices here range from EUROS 1,000 to 7,500 per square meter and EUROS 7.00 to 27.00 per square meter for rent and depend upn the specific location and the view the property offers.
Culture/Entertainment: Restaurants, cafés, bars.
Spots: The various squares and playgrounds, the sports area of Aghios Kosmas and the Elliniko coast line.
