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Ilion, Greece

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Est. Monthly Cost (1 Person)
$963
Retiree Score
94.0
Safety Index
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Healthcare
236 facilities

Ilion sits squeezed between Athens' urban sprawl and Mount Aigaleo, offering quick access to the capital without downtown chaos. The grid of main streets like Fylis Avenue feels functional, not charming — this is a working-class suburb where athletic clubs matter more than tourist sights. Watch for bureaucratic tangles with residency paperwork; local offices still operate on Greek time.

You're paying Athens-adjacent rents without Athens-level amenities. The twin-city relationships mean occasional cultural exchanges, but daily life revolves around simple cafes and family-run shops. Summer heat gets trapped between the mountain and concrete, with AC non-negotiable in July.

Can I afford Ilion?

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Ilion

You could save

2,037/mo

Savings Rate68%

Monthly Costs

Rent $203
Living (Country Average Adjusted)$759

Attractiveness Scores

FIRE Score
(i)
68/100
Retiree Score
(i)
94/100
Lifestyle Score
(i)
50/100
💻Nomad Score
(i)
50/100
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Safety
236
Healthcare
100
Walkability
100
Nomad

Grocery Basket

Milk (1L) $2
Bread (loaf) *$2
Eggs (12) $5
Rice (1kg) *$3
Chicken (1kg) *$11

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Eating Out

Meal (Inexpensive) *$14
Meal (Mid-range) $105
Cappuccino $4
Water (0.33L) *$1

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Utilities & Lifestyle

Utilities (mo) $201
Mobile Plan (mo) $27
Gym (mo) *$69
Cinema Ticket $9

* Estimated based on regional averages.

Housing

1BR Center (mo) $203
1BR Outside (mo) *$177
3BR Center (mo) $405
3BR Outside (mo) *$304

* Estimated based on regional averages.

🧳 Expat Life

English Proficiency
medium
Expat Community
medium
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🌐 Infrastructure & Lifestyle

Avg Internet
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Temperature
—
Annual Rainfall
561 mm
Coworking Spaces
—
Best Months to Visit
Apr, May, Oct, Nov

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Ilion has a population of approximately 4,149 people.

A single person can expect to spend around $1,271 per month in Ilion, including rent. A 1-bedroom apartment in the city center costs approximately $509/month.

The nearest airport to Ilion is ATH, approximately 24km away.

Petty theft happens near transport hubs, but violent crime is rare. The real safety issue is summer heatwaves — Ilion's location traps hot air against the mountain.

FIRE types who want Athens access without Athens prices. Not ideal for digital nomads (weak cafes/co-working) or retirees needing walkable healthcare.

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