Cheap property in Italy

Italy’s €1 homes project has captured attention well beyond its borders.

The European property market in 2025 paints a picture of a continent moving at two different speeds. In some countries, housing shortages are driving prices sharply upwards. In others, including Italy, the situation is more balanced, with a wider supply of homes and more moderate growth in values. This is the scenario outlined in the report Housing Insider – European Real Estate Insights 2025, published by REMAX Europe, which examines residential trends across the main European markets.

Three-bedroom apartments are among the most in-demand property types in Italy. Today, it’s possible to buy a three-bedroom apartment with a terrace and garage for as little as €27,000, even in a market that has shown strong appreciation in recent years.

Set on the slopes of Mount Reventino with views stretching towards the Gulf of Sant’Eufemia, the Municipality of Platania is focusing on the revival of its historic centre. It is an opportunity for anyone drawn to the character of southern Italy, just minutes from the sea and Lamezia Terme airport. Here is everything you need to know about the €1 houses for sale in this village in the province of Catanzaro.

Renovating an old house in Italy doesn’t have to mean emptying your bank account, but it does mean being strategic, patient and clear about where every euro goes.Whether it’s a stone farmhouse in Le Marche or a tired townhouse in a small village, renovating on a budget is about prioritising safety,

If you’re planning to buy and refurbish property, understanding the cost of renovating a house in Italy in 2026 is essential.

There’s something irresistible about old Tuscan stone houses or faded townhouses in Sicily — but romance aside, restoring one is not just about choosing cute tiles and sipping espresso on a terrace.Before getting carried away, it’s worth taking a clear-eyed look at the pros and cons of renovating a

Another municipality has joined the list of towns in Italy selling €1 houses. This time it is Farini, in Emilia-Romagna, which has just launched its project to revitalise the social and economic fabric of the area. To find out more, idealista/news contacted Primino Provini, head of the Urban Planning and Commerce Office of the municipality in the province of Piacenza. Here is how to submit an offer and what commitments buyers must undertake.

You’ll still find property in Italy under €50,000, but it usually sits in parts of the country that have been quietly emptying out for years.

If you’ve been daydreaming about a place by the sea but don’t fancy paying Amalfi Coast prices, there are still options out there.

Cheap houses for sale in Italy by the sea don’t usually sit in glossy resort towns or right on the beach, and that’s part of the trade‑off.

Italy still has a surprising amount of property under €100,000, largely thanks to depopulation, inheritance sales and slow-moving local markets.

Latronico is a small mountain town in Basilicata, tucked into the Lucanian Apennines. It’s been getting fresh attention lately, with interest in homes here having spiked hard, helped by word spreading about good-value property and a local push to match empty houses with buyers.

Thinking about buying a home in Italy? Property prices can vary enormously depending on the region, with major cities and tourist hotspots often reaching sky-high values.

Buying a second property on the Italian coast is a dream for many – and not a well-kept secret. But how much does it really cost? These are the cheapest seaside towns to buy a home in Italy in 2025.

Thinking of investing €200,000 in Italian property? It’s a smart move—but where should you buy, and what kind of home can you afford?A recent study by the Tecnocasa Group has mapped out what your budget can get you across Italy’s major cities and most desirable holiday spots.

If you’re planning a move to Italy but don’t fancy blowing your budget on big-city living in places like Rome or Milan, you’re not alone.

Nestled among the mountains of the Garfagnana, in an area where shaded forests and remarkable natural resources coexist peacefully with the ancient history of a small village, lies Fabbriche di Vergemoli, which is trying to counter depopulation through the “€1 Houses” initiative.

On the website of the Municipality of Sant’Elia a Pianisi, a small town of 1,610 inhabitants in the province of Campobasso, homes have been put up for sale at the symbolic price of one euro. The procedure for acquiring the properties is straightforward and the price extremely attractive, but there are also obligations for buyers.

The Municipality of Cammarata, Sicily, had already joined the €1 house project with a resolution in 2015, approving the Regulation for the redevelopment and reuse of abandoned properties in the historic center through free transfer to third parties for tourism-accommodation, commercial, or residential purposes. The €1 house project in Cammarata, however, is unique: here, the municipality collaborates with an association of young professionals who have decided to commit to safeguarding the historic center of their hometown. idealista/news interviewed both parties to learn more.

The municipality of Zungoli, in Campania, has embarked on a bold initiative to revitalise its historic centre and attract new residents: it has joined the €1 houses scheme, a project that has already seen three previous calls for applications and is now continuing with a fourth, once again generatin

Over the past year, the price of pre-owned homes in Italy has increased by 2.2%, reaching an average value of €1,880 per square metre. In addition to the markets in major Italian cities, prices are also prohibitive in the most exclusive tourist destinations.

Buying a home in Italy’s major cities is becoming increasingly challenging. In November 2024, the average property price for homes on the market in Italy stood at €1,873 per square metre.

If you are thinking of buying a house in Italy or investing in property, knowing which city has the lowest house prices can be a great starting point for getting a good deal. But what is the cheapest part of Italy to buy property?

The future of cities undoubtedly depends on young people and their ability to buy a house. But how many years do young people have to work in order to be able to afford housing, especially with the current macroeconomic scenario in which rates are rising?