Italy €1 House Programs
The birthplace of €1 house programs with hundreds of participating municipalities across the country.
Program Overview
Italy's €1 house programs began in 2008 as a way to combat rural depopulation and revitalize abandoned villages. Today, over 150 municipalities participate in these programs, offering properties for just €1 to those willing to renovate them.
Popular Towns
Some of the most popular municipalities participating in Italy's €1 house programs
Requirements: explained in our Guide
Average renovation cost: see details in our Guide
Requirements: explained in our Guide
Average renovation cost: see details in our Guide
Requirements: explained in our Guide
Average renovation cost: see details in our Guide
Requirements: explained in our Guide
Average renovation cost: see details in our Guide
Requirements: explained in our Guide
Average renovation cost: see details in our Guide
Requirements: explained in our Guide
Average renovation cost: see details in our Guide
Application Process
Research participating municipalities
Submit application with renovation plan
Pay deposit and sign contract
Begin renovation within timeline
Complete renovation and move in
Expert Tips
Visit the property before applying
Get multiple renovation quotes
Understand local building codes
Consider ongoing maintenance costs
Learn basic Italian for local interactions
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