How much does a prefab house cost in Italy?

Modular construction used to be associated with temporary buildings, but now more and more people in Italy and across the world are approaching this type of prefabricated housing solution, partly as a consequence of the coronavirus pandemc, and want to know the price of a turnkey prefab house in Italy. There are many factors to consider, starting with the materials used (wood, steel, concrete...), to the size of the property, so let's look at the details and find out, how much does a prefab house cost in Italy?

First of all, it should be stressed that prefabricated houses, for some time now, have no longer been synonymous with a standardised "disposable" construction, such as a container placed temporarily in a certain place. The situation in 2021 is quite the contrary, and the newest prefabricated houses are homes in all respects, capable of achieving standards of technological comfort and energy efficiency that can be even better than those of properties built using traditional construction methods.

Prefabricated houses, therefore, represent less and less of a niche in Italy, and are becoming a true real estate reality with different prices and models available that are ready to satisfy different requests and needs. The costs per square metre, therefore, can vary depending on the characteristics of the house you choose, amongst other things. So, let's see how much a turnkey prefabricated house costs in Italy.

When prefab houses first burst onto the scene in the Italian property market, one of the reasons why people opted for this type of home was the price, on average 10-15% cheaper than a traditional house. The average turnkey price of a prefabricated house in Italy is around 1,500 euro per square metre (plus VAT). This applies to a prefabricated wooden house, but even in the case of a concrete structure, the maximum cost does not deviate too much and can reach up to 2,000 euros per square metre.

The costs necessary for the foundations must also be considered if you are considering investing in a prefab home in Italy. The previous price per square metre refers to the supporting structure and assembly. However, another cost to be considered in the construction of a prefabricated house is that of the the foundations. This step is compulsory and tends to cost around 150 euros per square metre in Italy.

Another cost to be added to everything mentioned above is expenses for connections and systems (which is also the same for houses built using traditional construction methods). Once again, depending on the size of the property you choose, this will vary, but prices in Italy tend to be approximately 3,000/4,000 euros. This is another a fundamental aspect to be taken into account for the price of a prefabricated house.  

Last but not least, it's important to take into account some of the biggest advantages of prefab homes in Italy. Not only are they more affordable to build than a traditional construction, but they are also cheaper to run. Choosing the right prefab home will mean you could make important savings when it comes to energy bills which, for the most technologically advanced prefab homes, can reach costs close to zero. In addition, a prefabricated wooden house can benefit from important tax concessions, such as those provided by the 110% Ecobonus.