How to Buy Italian Real Estate

Basic details on how to buy in Italy, via an Estate Agent, an agent who specializes in overseas purchasing, or if buying privately.

You can use real estate agents or sell by yourself through a websites, but using a lawyer is a must.

The process of buying in Italy can be complicated, and it's recommended to work with a reputable agent who understands the market and legal requirements.

Real estate agent - You can use a real estate agent or broker to help you find a buyer, negotiate, and get the best price for your home. Agents typically take a commission of up to 3% of the purchase price.

Marketing - You can use an international website, social media, and third-party listing portals to find your ideal home.

You can work with a team of attorneys, accountants, and real estate agents during the purchase, or a mix of those professions depending on how you wish to buy.


Note this information is purely a guide, and if Buying or renting in Italy, we advise you to seek professional help as relates to your specific needs.

Find out how to list in Italy here.

Italy offers a rare mixture of luxury properties, amazing lifestyle, great investment potential, and superb tax incentives, particularly for those with global or international outlooks.

Locations such as Tuscany, Puglia, Costa Smeralda or Lake Como are world class destinations offering an array of luxury real estate investments and personal use properties that can be purchased through real estate agents or direct from owners using the for sale by owner route.

Sicily and Liguria offer more cheaper or affordable coastal luxury properties that can offer strong rental yields, while Milan and Rome remain firm favorites for both personal use buyers as well as investors.