For investors
Investment in Real Estate in Albania
Albania is currently one of the fastest-growing real estate markets in Europe. Over recent years, the country has become a primary destination for investors, developers, and the global tourism industry. This rapid growth is driven by its unique geography, large-scale infrastructure projects, and the explosive development of the tourism sector.
The main reasons for this growth are unique geography, large-scale infrastructure projects and the rapid development of tourism. Albania is located on the Balkan Peninsula and has 420 kilometers of coastline along two seas:
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the Adriatic Sea
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the Ionian Sea
Geography and strategic location
Albania has a convenient logistical location and direct access to:
- Italy
- Greece
- Montenegro
- North Macedonia
- Kosovo
Proximity to European markets makes the country convenient both for tourism and for international business. The nature of Albania is also a unique investment resource. About 70% of the country’s territory is covered by mountains, and the natural landscape includes:
- wild beaches
- uninhabited islands
- mountain rivers
- lakes
- national parks
Rich flora and fauna create the basis for the development of tourism, agro-tourism and resort infrastructure.
Economy and key industries
Albania is actively developing in several directions at once:
- Tourism: the main driver of the economy. In 2025 about 12 million tourists visited the country, and according to forecasts more than 15 million guests are expected in 2026.
- Agriculture: the region is known for the cultivation of grapes, olives, citrus fruits, vegetables and fruits. Winemaking and gastronomic tourism are actively developing in the country.
- Mining industry: Albania has reserves of natural resources and continues to develop the mining sector.
- Medical tourism: in recent years the following sectors have been actively developing: dental clinics, aesthetic medicine centers, hair transplantation, and plastic surgery. This sector creates demand for commercial real estate and medical complexes.
Tourism - the main engine of growth
The tourism industry is becoming the main source of income for many regions of the country. The growth of tourism stimulates demand for:
- apartments and villas
- apart-hotels and hotels
- commercial real estate
Many investors purchase commercial premises and convert them into boutique hotels, hostels, tourist apartments, or agro-tourism complexes. For 4–5 star hotels, tax incentives apply, which makes such projects especially attractive for investors.
Growth of Real Estate prices
- development of tourism and infrastructure
- inflow of foreign investments
- construction boom
Which city in Albania to choose for buying Real Estate
Vlora — the fastest growing resort in the country
Vlora is considered one of the most promising regions of Albania. The city is located at the meeting point of two seas and is becoming an important tourism and investment center.
- Vlora Marina: A large-scale project by the developer Balfin Group, one of the most ambitious resort complexes in the country. EstateAll is a partner of Balfin Group and sells real estate in this project.
- Several modern tower residences are also being built in Vlora, and the new international Vlora Airport will significantly increase the tourist flow.
Albanian Riviera
The southern coast of the country is considered the most beautiful region of the Balkans.
Key investment locations:
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Green Coast, Dhërmi, Himara, Saranda, Ksamil
- The Green Coast complex is one of the most famous projects on the Riviera. EstateAll also sells real estate in this project.
- Ksamil is often called the “Albanian Maldives” thanks to its white beaches and crystal-clear water.
Durres
Durres is the largest port in the country and a popular resort on the Adriatic Sea. The Durres Marina project is being built here, which will become one of the largest marinas in the Adriatic.
Tirana
The capital of Albania is experiencing a real construction boom. The city is actively building modern residential complexes, skyscrapers, and business centers. Real estate prices in the center reach 2,500–6,000 € per m², while on the outskirts offers can be found from 1,700–2,000 € per m². Over the past year the Tirana market has shown about 40% growth.
Promising Regions
Investors also consider: Shkoder, Elbasan, Shengjin, and Pogradec on Lake Ohrid. Lake Ohrid is included in the UNESCO World Heritage list, which makes the region attractive for tourism.
Large investment projects
Special attention from investors has been attracted by the project on Sazan Island. A large luxury resort is planned to be built here, in which international partners are investing, including the investment team of the family of Donald Trump. This project will become one of the most prestigious resorts in the Mediterranean.
Key projects in which we work with investors
Our team works directly with the largest development projects in Albania and accompanies investors at all stages of purchasing real estate. We are partners of the country’s leading developers and offer real estate in the most promising resort projects.
- Vlora Marina — flagship project of southern Albania: This project includes a modern yacht marina, residential residences, apartments by the sea, five-star hotels, restaurants, and commercial spaces. Our company EstateAll is a partner of the project.
- Green Coast — premium resort of the Albanian Riviera: This complex on the southern coast includes sea view villas, resort residences, hotel complexes, and leisure infrastructure. EstateAll also sells real estate in the Green Coast project.
Why investors choose these projects: Large development projects provide high construction quality, professional infrastructure management, liquidity, growth in property value, and high tourist flow.
Residence permit through Real Estate
One of the most popular options for foreign property owners is a residence permit based on property ownership. If a foreign citizen purchases real estate in Albania, they have the right to apply for a residence permit as a property owner.
Main advantages:
- possibility to legally reside in the country
- annual renewal of the permit
- simple application procedure
- no minimum property price requirement
Why foreigners move to Albania
Albania attracts foreigners with several factors:
- mild Mediterranean climate
- low cost of living
- safety
- beautiful coastline
- convenient logistics with Europe
Full cycle of services for Investors
Our team, consisting of brokers and agents licensed by the Ministry of Justice of Albania, provides investors with a full range of services. We help to:
- select real estate and conduct legal verification with a notary
- obtain residence permit, permanent residence and citizenship of Albania
- conduct investment analysis, calculate payback and ROI
- organize property management, furnishing, and preparation for rental
Transaction security
All real estate transactions in Albania are carried out through a notary. The notary checks the legal purity of the property, registers the purchase agreement, and controls financial settlements. Funds may be temporarily placed in the notary account until the registration is completed.
How to start investing in Albania
Our team will help you select a liquid property, conduct legal verification, calculate profitability, and organize renovation or design projects.
Contact us: EstateAll — full-cycle real estate agency
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Office address: Vlora, Murat Terbaçe street, Tatto Complex, Floor 2, office 11