Island with 20 residents will give you free home to move there, but there’s a catch

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A small Greek island with a population of just 20 people is offering free houses and financial assistance to attract new residents. Everyone is wondering what the catch is.

Many countries and cities are trying to attract new residents by offering perks like tax breaks or help with moving costs.

The Greek island of Antikythera is taking drastic steps to increase its population, which currently stands at just 24 people. They’re offering new residents a free house and a monthly stipend to encourage people to move there.

According to TheTravel, people willing to move to the island are being offered about €500 (around $556) plus a free house. With only 20 residents currently living there, many on social media are wondering about the details and sustainability of this offer.

Greek Island wants families to move there

Some people are most concerned with things like internet access, how they’ll spend their leisure time, and the availability of food options in the area.

Some people are curious about the island’s past and why so few residents – only about 20 – live there most of the time.

One user wondered what the downside was, while another joked that it sounded like the beginning of a horror movie. Others were more practical, asking about the job location and how to apply.

According to TheTravel, the island is offering an incentive to families with three or more children to help reopen a local school. This program began in 2024, and skilled workers – especially in fishing and other trades – will be given preference.

If you’re thinking about moving to Greece, it’s generally easier if you have family already there to help you get settled.

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2026-04-22 14:18