Eurovilla has a rich and extensive portfolio with a highly successful history in brokering and finding suitable properties of both business and residential nature, including all details and dedication to the needs of embassies and diplomatic missions in Croatia.
As the business, economic, diplomatic, and cultural center of Croatia, Zagreb is home to nearly a million residents. Known as the “city of a thousand hearts,” Zagreb has always attracted tourists and visitors, a trend that has been particularly emphasized since Croatia’s accession to the European Union. Its proximity and good connectivity with other European cities further enhance Zagreb’s status as an ideal congress and incentive destination.
The capital of Croatia is also a hub of science and culture. Many eminent Zagreb scientists and artists have enriched Croatian and global cultural heritage. The city boasts around fifty museums and galleries, as well as private art collections, and has about twenty theaters and concert halls. From spring to autumn, when the weather is pleasant, numerous exhibitions and events spill out onto the streets, squares, and parks of Zagreb. During this time, Zagreb becomes a vibrant stage that captivates both foreign and domestic visitors with its diversity and charm.
As the diplomatic center of Croatia, currently hosting 55 foreign embassies and 234 diplomatic missions, Zagreb’s political profile and its significance on the geopolitical scene of Southeastern Europe are more than evident following Croatia’s accession to the EU. Finding suitable properties of both business and residential nature for embassies and diplomatic missions is an exceptionally complex, demanding, and responsible task. The supply of luxury properties in Zagreb is extensive, ranging from luxurious apartments in the city center, the Lenuci Horseshoe around Zrinjevac, Marulić Square, and Tomislav Square, to Ban Jelačić Square, and in the northern parts of the city on Šalata, Babonićeva, Tuškanac, Prekrižje, as well as luxurious villas in the northern residential area, especially around Prekrižje, Tuškanac, and Pantovčak – says Sergio Serdarušić, adding that in the city center, apart from Cvjetni and Ban Centar, most buildings are older constructions with high ceilings and large salons.
Properties in Zagreb vary significantly based on micro-location, level of maintenance, and luxurious furnishing and equipment. There is a considerable demand for such properties, primarily driven by foreigners, as nearly all foreign diplomatic missions are located in Zagreb, accommodating many staff members including ambassadors, cultural attachés, secretaries, etc. Typically, their mandates last three to four years, resulting in frequent turnover and occupancy of luxury properties. Exceptions include embassies and ambassador residences that are often leased for longer periods spanning multiple mandates – Serđarušić explained.
Dina Serđarušić adds that inquiries from diplomatic officials often focus on houses, as foreigners with families prefer the northern part of the city. The Šestine area has become particularly attractive due to a popular private school located there, while Babonićeva Street remains highly sought-after due to the presence of an American school. These areas offer luxurious apartments that rival houses in amenities, featuring large gardens, pools, spacious layouts (around 200 square meters), garages, top-notch maintenance, and buildings with only a few units in them.
Eurovilla has established numerous successful collaborations with embassies and diplomats from almost all parts of the world and stands out as the logical and first choice when dealing with real estate that could attract diplomatic interest.