After the success of previous years, the 2024 applications to buy houses for 1 euro in Italy are now open: let's have a closer look at 1 euro homes for sale listings 2024 and where to find them.
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Can you still buy a house in Italy for 1 euro in Italy in 2024? The answer is a definite yes, with 1 euro houses in Italy still stealing the headlines this year. As Italy's abandoned villages continue in their quest to repopulate, new schemes are also emerging. And after the success of 1 euro homes for sale listings in 2023, in 2024, many more Italian municipalities have decided to join well known 1 euro house project, while others are coming up with their own similar projects. The aim of this initiative is to promote areas, usually small towns and villages, that are experiencing depopulation. Selling real estate at such a favourable price makes the village more attractive and encourages people to choose these areas as their home and residence.

Restarting and growing the economy of these places is another aim of the 1 euro house project, because the consequences of depopulation are serious for those who live there, such as: the closure of schools, businesses and the reduction of basic services such as health. So, if you fancy getting your hands on one of Italy's 1 euro houses in 2024, we have all the details. This is everything you need to know about 1 euro homes for sale listings 2024 and where to find them. 

How to buy a 1 euro house in Italy

What do you need to know to buy 1 euro house in Italy? In order to be able to buy a house for 1 euro, you need to meet certain requirements, which may change depending on the municipality, but some of them are fixed. In any case, it is worth considering the following:

  • Foreigners can buy 1 euro houses, including non-EU or EU citizens, but they must present the renovation or improvement plan within a maximum of 2, 3 or 6 months depending on the village.
  • Buying a house for 1 euro for housing purposes and for tourist-business use is generally allowed, but it is compulsory to communicate one's intentions to the municipality, which will take into account the different needs when assigning the properties.
  • The new owner has to bear the cost of the house, the cost of renovation, all notary fees and any transfer fees.
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1 euro homes for sale listings 2024

After the success of the 1 euro houses initiative in Italy in 2023, the project has been reconfirmed for 2024 as well: there are many municipalities participating, with a clear predominance of those located in the South of Italy. With 1 euro houses in Italy near the sea and 1 euro houses in Sicily among those on offer, there is something for everyone who wants to take on a renovation project in Italy. 

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It should not be forgotten that this initiative was above all intended to combat the depopulation of areas in Italy that have been partly abandoned. And in turn, for those who buy a 1 euro house in Italy, great investments are waiting to me made

Discover below the cities that have joined and are selling 1 euro houses in Italy in 2024.

Taranto 

Taranto
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Taranto, situated among the provincial capitals of the Apulian region, draws tourists for its picturesque seaside views and charming old town. Nevertheless, the persistent march of industrialisation has prompted numerous residents of the Old Town to relocate, resulting in its transformation from a quaint locale into a neglected and deserted area.

The municipality of Taranto, in order to breathe new life into the area, has over the years turned to the 'Case a 1 euro' project, with the aim of encouraging people to return and renovate their now-forgotten properties.

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Given the strong interest generated during the first two editions of the scheme in the village, the council has kept applications open for 1 euro houses in 2024. If you are looking for 1 euro houses by the sea, don't miss this opportunity!

Pettineo 

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Pettineo is a small town located in Sicily in the province of Messina and lies in the Mediterranean maquis, in an area rich in citrus groves, olive groves and orchards. The town is characterised by a hilly centre that still preserves its ancient origins.

The municipality of Pettineo has also decided to join the long list of villages selling 1 euro houses in Sicily in order to reduce the depopulation problem. The aim is to add value to its territory by encouraging people to invest through the symbolic purchase of the property.

Potential buyers must communicate their interest to the municipality using a form also available on the council's website.

Pratola Peligna

Pratola Peligna
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Pratola Peligna is a village in Abruzzo in the province of L'Aquila characterised by the presence of numerous historic buildings.

Since 2021, the municipality has decided to join the 'Case a un euro' project in order to rebuild all those buildings in a state of disrepair, and now in 2024 the village has decidedto continue advertising a range of properties for sale for 1 euro.

To express your interest, simply send the form and all the documentation to the council.

Caltagirone

Caltagirone
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Caltagirone is a city located in Sicily and has been declared a Unesco World Heritage Site. In 2024, the municipality joined the 'Case a 1 euro' project initially to encourage repopulation and later also to make the historic centre safer. The council has not set any particular constraints, but requires potential buyers to complete the safety work within three years of purchase

Cammarata

Cammarata
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Cammarata is a Sicilian village that has been working for some time with an association of young people who have decided to take care of their territory and safeguard it. And as early as 2015, the municipality had joined the 1 euro house scheme with the aim of giving new life to abandoned houses.

In 2024, the municipality has kept the application process open with more 1 euro homes for sale listings, and those interested can send an application via the municipal website.

Troina

Troina
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Troina is one of the municipalities that has joined the 1 euro house scheme in Sicily in 2024. Troina is a medieval village that has been experiencing depopulation for some time and for the past few years, the local council has been implementing massive public investment for urban regeneration.

The municipality has kept the 1 euro house initiative for 2024 open because it intends to encourage foreigners to spend their holidays or live for a while in a village far from the hectic life

Sambuca di Sicilia

Sambuca di Sicilia
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Sambuca di Sicilia is a small Sicilian town that has launched its own scheme that is a little different: houses for sale for 2 euros.

The only requirement is to bring a closed document, marked 'contains an offer for the purchase of municipal property' to the Municipality's Protocol Office.

The buyer who then manages to get their hands on one of these 2 euro houses is obliged to submit all the documents within 36 months

To find out more about the process of buying 1 euro houses and to see an example of 1 euro houses in Italy before and after, check out this recent interview with an American couple who bought and renovated a 1 euro house in Sambuca di Sicilia.

Cattolica Eraclea

Cattolica Eraclea
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Cattolica Eraclea, a village in the province of Agrigento, has joined the 1 euro home project in 2024 and applications are now open for those who want to get their hands on one of the properties.

This village, like many in the south, is also a victim of depopulation, and to combat it, the council has decided to launch this project.

The regulation stipulated by the council provides for a security deposit of 5,000 euros in favour of the municipality, and the application process is especially for young couples, single people or families. For more information, consult the local council's website.

Bonnanaro

Bonnanaro
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Bonnanaro is a village located in Sardinia, in the province of Sassari, and its territory extends in the valley between the Arana and Pélao mountains. Its location has encouraged the cultivation of cherry trees and vines.

Like many villages, Bonnanaro has also joined the initiative and has opened applications for the purchase of 1 euro houses in Italy. The aim of the scheme in this particular village is the redevelopment of the historic centre, not only in terms of housing but also in terms of trade and tourism

Sant'Elia a Pianisi

Sant'Elia a Pianisi
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Sant'Elia a Pianisi is a small town in the province of Campobasso, Molise. The municipality has already sold 1 euro houses in the past and has now reopened applications with more 1 euro homes for sale listings in 2024

The aim of the local council is not only to repopulate the village, but also to grow the local economy, which is why the scoring strategy is used.

The mayor also believes that this initiative is a unique opportunity for the village and to find out more about the project, visit the council's website.