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Find affordable real estate abroad. We ranked 11 countries by cost of living and property affordability. From €1 homes in Italy to beachfront condos in Thailand.
The cheapest country to buy property in Europe is Turkey according to the Casza Index, with a cost of living index of 35 and properties available from €15K.Indonesia and Mexico also rank among the most affordable real estate markets globally. For EU residency on a budget, Greece offers Europe's cheapest Golden Visa at €250K investment.
See ranking methodology →Sorted by cost of living index (US = 100). Lower = more affordable.
| Rank | Country | Cost Index | Rental Yield | Golden Visa | Regions | Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Turkey USD | 35/ 100 | 5.5% | €400K | 0 | |
| 2 |  Indonesia USD | 35/ 100 | 8.5% | €350K | 2 | |
| 3 |  Mexico USD | 38/ 100 | 7.2% | - | 11 | |
| 4 |  Thailand USD | 40/ 100 | 6.8% | €500K | 3 | |
| 5 |  Bulgaria EUR | 42/ 100 | 6.5% | - | 0 | |
| 6 |  Greece EUR | 52/ 100 | 5.8% | €250K | 3 | |
| 7 |  Croatia EUR | 55/ 100 | 5% | - | 2 | |
| 8 |  Portugal EUR | 58/ 100 | 5.2% | €500K | 3 | |
| 9 |  Spain EUR | 61/ 100 | 4.8% | €500K | 6 | |
| 10 |  Italy EUR | 72/ 100 | 4.2% | €250K | 9 | |
| 11 |  France EUR | 78/ 100 | 3.5% | - | 5 |
Tacos, tequila, and that warm Mexican welcome
The land of smiles, pad thai, and surprisingly good real estate
Europe's best-value secret with Black Sea beaches and ski slopes
Blue domes, blue seas, and very reasonable prices
Explore affordable destinations within low-cost countries
Bulgaria offers Europe's lowest property prices. Rural Italy, Greece, Portugal, and Spain also have affordable options, especially inland areas.
Yes, most countries allow Americans to buy property without restrictions. You may need a local tax ID and bank account. See our Italy buying guide, Spain buying guide, or Portugal buying guide for specifics.
Budget for transfer taxes (3-10%), notary/legal fees (1-3%), renovation costs, and ongoing property taxes. Our mortgage guides cover financing options and our buying guides detail all costs by country.
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