Housing prices

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.

According to the latest Eurostat figures, house prices in Europe continue to rise, but Italy is growing more slowly than its neighbours. In Q2 2025, the House Price Index (HPI) rose by an average of 5.1% in the euro area and 5.4% across the European Union compared with the same quarter in 2024.

House prices in Italy are generally falling, but some neighbourhoods are seeing sharp rises. Padua’s Mortise-Brenta leads (+41.3%), followed by Milan’s Corvetto-Rogoredo (+24.4%) and Rome’s Trionfale-Monte Mario (+22.5%).

If you’re considering buying property in Italy, Rome and Milan remain two of the most dynamic markets — each offering a very different picture for buyers.

The Italian housing market has seen a small slowdown in the third quarter of 2025, with the average price of second-hand homes falling 0.7% to €1,815 per square metre.

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.

As we move into the final months of 2025, the Italian property market is offering attractive opportunities for savvy buyers.

The Mediterranean has long been synonymous with luxury, beauty and lifestyle – and its property market reflects just that.

Inflation in Italy continues to affect household spending, and a new analysis reveals a significant shift in the cities where the cost of living has risen most sharply.

Italy's housing market continues to show resilience in 2025, with property prices rising year-on-year despite a marginal quarterly decline.

In Italy, luxury homes appear to be holding their value more steadily than the general housing market. Comparing data from May 2024, the top-tier property segment saw only a marginal decline of -0.2%, while the overall sales market experienced a more notable drop of -0.8%.

2025 has begun with clear signs of a slowdown in the Italian property market. According to the latest analysis by eXp Italy, property values fell across every region of the country in the early months of the year — from December 2024 to February 2025 — confirming a broad trend of market correction throughout Italy.

The trend in Italian house prices in 2024 and 2025 confirms a clear pattern: the North is driving growth, while Central and Southern Italy show more moderate expansion, with some regions even experiencing a decline.

Buying a home in Italy is becoming increasingly expensive. Compared to 2019, the average cost of purchasing a property has risen by 16%. Milan remains the most expensive city per square metre, while Trieste has recorded the sharpest increases.

When it comes to buying a home in Italy, the cost can vary widely depending on the region, city, and the type of property. While the dream of owning a house is shared by many, the amount people are willing or able to spend often depends on their financial situation and local market conditions.

House prices are on the rise in Rome following the summer months, with an increase of 0.8%, bringing the average value of homes to €3,036 per square metre.

In the second quarter of 2024, 7% of luxury property listings, meaning those valued over €1 million, were taken off the market in less than a week.

Comparing the data recorded in May 2024, the luxury home market in Italy (+1%) does not follow the trend of the overall real estate market (-0.5%) when it comes to property prices.

The city of Paris is has just hosted the 2024 Summer Olympics, while Milan is gearing up for the 2026 Winter Games along with Cortina.

Luxury house prices in Italy increased by 2.2% in April 2024 compared to the previous year, surpassing the overall residential market growth of 1.7%.

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 real estate market in Naples is showing a strong increase, with pre-owned house prices rising by 2.6% in the first quarter of 2024, bringing the average price to 2,823 euros per square metre.

When deciding where to buy a place in the sun, there are lots of different factors that can influence your choice: is it a safe neighbourhood? Are there schools nearby? Is the gym within walking distance? If you’re guided more by exclusivity and price, though, this is the article for you.

Forty-eight per cent of the house listings for sale on idealista in Italy in the fourth quarter of 2023 were priced below €150,000, according to an analysis published by Italy's leading property portal, regarding the most affordable homes for future owners.