When we talk about luxury real estate, first row by the sea is always a category of its own. It offers not only the highest quality of life, but also the strongest profitability if you’re thinking about investment. Below, I’m highlighting four completely different — yet equally interesting — properties, each ideal for a different type of buyer.
Location is king. When you’re in the first row by the sea, you gain privacy, direct sea access, unbeatable views, and a feeling that simply cannot be compared to anything else.
At the same time, most importantly for investors, properties in prime micro-locations generate the strongest tourism demand and therefore the highest return on investment.
Premium seafront properties:
rent out faster
achieve higher nightly rates
receive better reviews
maintain value even during weaker market cycles
This is why most serious investors start with this criterion: sea in front of the house = the best long-term strategy.
One of the most interesting properties we are currently analyzing is located in Kaštela.
What makes it special:
€120,000 annual rental income
ROI under 15 years, which is an outstanding result for the Croatian market
stable occupancy throughout the season
modern design, fully equipped for premium guests
Properties like this are extremely rare — most never even reach the public market, as they are sold off-market before anyone gets the chance to see them.
If you’re looking for a pure investment, this is the type of house buyers most often seek.
The next property may not deliver the strongest ROI, but it is a perfect choice for buyers seeking:
privacy
silence
isolation
no neighbors
an authentic Mediterranean atmosphere
It is located on the island of Hvar, one of the most prestigious islands in the Adriatic — yet in a part completely hidden from the crowds.
This is a property for people who say:
“I don’t want a hotel, I don’t want an apartment complex — I want my own piece of paradise.”
For a lifestyle buyer, this is a 10/10.
If you’re looking for status and prestige, this property was made for you.
It is located in the city center (ideal for those who want restaurants, a marina, cafés, and amenities just steps away), yet at the same time offers something almost nonexistent in central locations: a large private estate and a completely secluded luxury environment.
Homes like this are ultra-rare because they combine:
urban + private
luxury + historic location
modern equipment + authentic charm
The fifth property is located on the island of Koločep, just next to Dubrovnik — one of the most desirable destinations on the Adriatic.
What makes this property unique is its location in the first row by the sea, combined with the fact that it requires renovation.
For the right buyer, this is not a drawback — it’s an opportunity.
Why?
first-row seafront position
authentic Dalmatian character
peaceful island lifestyle with no car traffic
strong long-term value growth potential
possibility to fully customize the property to your own taste
