everything you need to know
For Your New Home in Italy
We believe that there is a property in Italy for everyone.
Learn how to buy or rent property, negotiate great deals, understand your rights, and turn properties into valuable business investments.
Best Property Portals in Italy
Quick links to the best rental and purchase portals in Italy.
IMMOBILIARE
English and Italian property search portal. Widely used by estate agents.
IDEALISTA
Multi country property search portal. English and Italian version.
CASA
Oldest online portal in Italy. Only in Italian language.
MIOAFFITTO
Rental portal for all kinds of property. Locally used so use caution.
GATE AWAY
UK Based property portal for all of Europe. English language.
ITALIAN HOUSES
Newer site with good selection of properties.
RIGHTMOVE
UK Based portal with several European countries.
ZOOPLA
UK Based portal with many unique properties listed.
Home Design Tips: Elevate Your Space!
Welcome to a world of design inspiration! Join interior designer Sal Garcia as he shares invaluable insights on crafting and curating a home, guiding you on where to shop and how to prepare for hosting friends, family, or managing a BnB.
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INTERIOR DESIGN: Sal Garcia
Sal Garcia, a seasoned style curator, boasts a decade of expertise in furniture retail and hospitality design. With a background with U.S. companies like West Elm, RH, and upscale New York hotels, Sal specializes in transforming interior and exterior spaces catering to dream homes, vacation residences, and short-term rentals. Sal's flair for space planning, textiles, leather, and organization ensures personalized, detail-oriented, and inspiring home designs.
ITALIAN ARCHITECT: Ilaria Lascialfari
Ilaria Lascialfari is an Italian Architect based in Florence with over 13 years of architectural and project management experience in the construction and architecture industry. Her technical knowledge is useful both when it comes to buying an under construction house or a property which needs renovation. She is the founder of Tuscany Home Project, an integrated office of professionals that can manage the whole process of a renovation or construction process or offer pre-purchase inspections.
PROPERTY LAWYER: Alessandro Clemente
Meet Alessandro Clemente, a distinguished Italian Property Lawyer and the guiding force behind Clemente Law Firm. Renowned for its specialization in independent legal services for cross-border residential and commercial property transactions, the firm caters to a diverse clientele. Alessandro's reputation as a trusted property lawyer is underscored by his unwavering commitment to understanding the distinctive requirements of foreign buyers and investors in Italy.
"With the help here, we have bought two homes and are moving in a week to live full time!"
We really don't think we would have ever had the courage or plan to move to Italy without the support and guidance of Smart Move Italy and this group. We have now bought and renovated two properties and are moving in soon!
Diana and Peter Marino
"We bought a low cost home in Puglia and live there part time"
We have been members for almost three years. And during this time we have bought a home in Carovigno and have completed the first renovation. For now, it is our part time home, until we are ready to retire!"
Brandie Stucky
Top Picks: Furniture & Home Stores in Italy
We’ve put together a list of our favorite sites and stores to meet your furniture and home needs here in Italy. Our team and community (that’s you!!) have shopped with all of these stores and were pleased with the selections, prices, and customer service. Explore these options, ranging from budget-friendly choices to exceptionally stylish finds, and get to designing your dream home in bella Italia.
Amazon
A broad marketplace offering a wide range of furniture and home goods for different preferences and budgets.
Arredamento
A well-known platform with a variety of Italian furniture styles and advice on styling your home.
Beliani
Specializing in contemporary and modern furniture, with quality designs and a chic aesthetic.
Conforama
Affordable and functional. Conforama offers practical home furnishings with added comfort.
Ikea
Renowned for its innovative Scandinavian design, Ikea's easy online ordering and delivery is a bonus.
La Redoute
A curated collection of furniture and decor items with a French twist that can add a touch of elegance to any space.
Leroy Merlin
A one-stop shop for DIY offering an extensive selection of home improvement products and functional furniture.
Mano Mano
A versatile source for home and garden products catering to various renovation and furnishing needs.
Mobili Fiver
Interesting, sleek and contemporary Italian furniture designs with a modern and sophisticated look.
Mondo Convenienza
Budget-friendly furniture options and style comparisons for practical furnishing solutions.
Semeraro
Trendy furniture and decor that’ll help express your personal style and enhance your living spaces.
Westwing
Stylish furniture and decor pieces with reasonable prices and a carefully curated approach.
Renting in Italy?
Pros and Cons to Renting in Italy
Whether you’re considering renting over buying in Italy, each choice comes with its own set of benefits. Renting is more flexible, has less commitment especially if you are not sure where you want to establish your roots. With lower initial costs and major maintenance responsibilities typically falling on the owner, renting allows you to establish a home with a lot less money.
On the other hand, renting can be difficult for foreigners who do not have regular Italian based jobs, do not speak the language or know the details of what a legal rental lease and their obligations are. In every case, a new arrival will need help to search and negotiate a rental for them in Italy. This could be a friend, local or an agency, but plan on getting help to make sure that you are well protected.
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