The luxury real estate market in Italy is certainly not for everyone's budget, but with stunning historical palaces, period residences, lakeside homes and dream villas by the sea, who doesn't like to dream a little every once in a while?
Once again in 2022, there are plenty of luxury properties for sale in Italy, and the luxury real estate sector has stood out as a popular option with foreign investors in 2022, despite increasing economic uncertainty. Whether you're an investor and want to buy one of Italy's most exclusive properties, or if you just fancy having a browse at some photos to see how the rich and famous live, we have just the thing. After bringing you the ranking of Italy's most expensive streets, these are the 25 most expensive houses in Italy for sale in 2022. Prepare to have your breath taken away!
- Cheap
- Expensive
- Small
- Big
- All provinces
- Alessandria
- Alpi Marittime - Costa Azzurra
- Arezzo
- Canton Ticino
- Firenze
- Genova
- Imperia
- Lucca
- Messina
- Milano
- Perugia
- Roma
- Sassari
- Siena
- Torino
- Treviso
- Verbano-Cusio-Ossola
Villa in via di Gello, 7 e
Petrazzi, Castelfiorentino, Firenze43.589111.00342.000.000 €34082 m252 rooms
Villa in via San Piero in Mercato
Centro, Montespertoli, Firenze43.63311.076219.000.000 €8000 m299 rooms
Villa in via della Pieve Santo Stefano, 2511
Area Cappella-Monte San Quirico, Lucca43.876810.473815.000.000 €4400 m230 rooms
Villa in Monterosso no number
Madonnina - Nizza, Acqui Terme, Alessandria44.68838.477915.000.000 €3000 m230 rooms
Villa in Grand Boulevard de Super Cannes no number
Vallauris, Alpi Marittime - Costa Azzurra43.56427.0551413.650.000 €1050 m214 rooms
Castle in via della Libertà, 2
Castelleone, Deruta, Perugia42.964112.444713.500.000 €2000 m299 rooms
Villa in via Montagliari, 50
Panzano - Montefioralle, Greve in Chianti, Firenze43.552911.335713.000.000 €1400 m245 rooms
Villa in via Camporbiano, 1
Camporbiano - Castagno, Gambassi Terme, Firenze43.481710.952313.000.000 €4205 m299 rooms
Villa in corso Vittorio Emanuele, 17 --a
Centro Città, Conegliano, Treviso45.886112.297412.600.000 €1300 m220 rooms
Villa in Spiaggia Capo Ferro, 12
Area Porto Cervo, Arzachena, Sassari41.14099.5237612.000.000 €550 m211 rooms
Villa in via Pergolaia no number
Pietrasanta, Pietrasanta, Lucca43.958510.20579.000.000 €300 m210 rooms
Casale/cascina in località Carraie di Sopra no number
Centro, Torrita di Siena, Siena43.166711.75542.990.000 €620 m229 rooms
Villa in via per Vedasco no number
Stresa, Verbano-Cusio-Ossola45.87658.545572.900.000 €363 m28 rooms
The Edition Lake Como: a new chapter for the iconic former Hotel Britannia
After an ambitious three-year regeneration project, the transformation of the former Hotel Britannia — a historic landmark overlooking the shimmering waters of Lake Como — is now complete. What was once a traditional three-star property has been reborn as The Edition Lake Como, a sophisticated five-star destination that perfectly blends contemporary design with timeless Italian elegance.
A rare opportunity to own Caroline Bonaparte’s 18th-century Lucca estate
Nestled amidst the rolling hills of Lucca, in a landscape of rare and breathtaking beauty, stands one of Tuscany’s most remarkable historic estates: an 18th-century villa that once belonged to Caroline Bonaparte, sister of Napoleon and Queen of Naples. Perfectly restored and set on approximately 6 hectares of land, this extraordinary property is now available for €20,000,000, combining historical grandeur with modern luxury.
Italy's 10 most expensive neighbourhoods revealed
Buying a home can often mean much more than simply choosing a place to live. In Italy, certain addresses have become true symbols of prestige and sophistication. Often referred to as trophy assets, these residences belong to a niche segment of the market where value is defined not just by square footage, but by status, heritage, and exclusivity.
Branded Residences: from Miami to Milan, global growth and Italy’s rising appeal
The branded residences market – luxury homes created in partnership with global brands, largely from the hospitality sector – is experiencing unprecedented growth. According to the Global Branded Residence Survey 2025, the number of projects has surged from 169 in 2011 to 611 today, with forecasts predicting over 1,000 active schemes by 2030. In terms of housing units, the increase is even more remarkable: from just over 27,000 in 2011 to a projected 162,000 by 2030.
Rare 17th-century villa for sale in the heart of Tuscany
Nestled in the rolling hills just a few kilometres from Lucca, this majestic noble residence dating back to the 1600s offers an exceptional opportunity to own a piece of Tuscan history. Surrounded by 65 hectares of land and framed by sweeping views that reach the towers of Lucca, the property embodies the perfect blend of heritage, privacy and understated luxury.
From fashion to fortune: Italy's flat tax lures international buyers to Milan
Milan is rapidly becoming one of Europe’s hottest destinations for wealthy investors and international buyers. Once known primarily as Italy’s fashion and financial capital, the city is now attracting a new wave of millionaires and entrepreneurs thanks to a favourable tax regime, quality of life, and booming real estate opportunities.
The pinnacle of Italian real estate: Italy’s ten most expensive properties
From historic castles to stunning Tuscan villas, Italy continues to captivate with its extraordinary real estate. idealista, Italy’s leading property portal renowned for technological innovation, has unveiled the ten most luxurious and expensive homes currently available on the market.