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Durrës

Albania’s main port and closest major city beach to Tirana — practical for weekenders, logistics, and value-oriented coastal apartments. For the longer sandy resort strip with denser holiday product, many buyers also compare Golem just to the south.

Avg. price / m²

€1,200

Rental yield

5.8%

Market snapshot

Often more accessible entry prices than Vlorë/Sarandë. Focus on flood risk, building age, and true beach distance — and compare micro-locati…

History

Ancient Dyrrhachium with Roman remains and a long Adriatic trade role. Today it balances industry, tourism, and suburban sprawl toward the capital — while the resort corridor continues south through Golem.

Lifestyle

Beach strips, seafood, and easy highway access to Tirana. More local-family tourism and port-city energy than Riviera glamour; Golem’s promenade is the denser beach-holiday alternative nearby.

Neighborhoods

Plazh

Durrës beach strip — family tourism, long sandy stretches, and a wide range of building ages.

Currila

Northern Durrës waterfront toward the hills — sea views, steeper plots, and a mix of older homes and newer apartment blocks above the bay.

Projects in this place

From €119,000 76 m²

Plazh

Desla Towers Residence

Mixed-use high-rise cluster on the Durrës beachfront promenade.

From €250,000 12 villas + 12 apartments

Currila

Currila Coast Residence

Limited clifftop residences on Durrës’s Currila coast — villas with private pools and sea-view apartments.

Frequently asked questions

What is the typical purchase process?+

Reserve the unit, complete due diligence (title, permits, developer track record), sign the notarial deed, and register ownership. Budget for notary, taxes, and translation where needed.

Can foreigners buy property in Albania?+

Yes. EU and most non-EU buyers can purchase apartments and many urban plots. Agricultural land has extra restrictions — always verify title and zoning with a local notary and lawyer.