Guides
Buying a home in Italy, explained.
What buyers from abroad need to know about the search, the costs, the paperwork and the negotiation in Rome and Milan. Written by the Buyer's Agents of Giusto, updated as the rules change.
Getting started.
Buyer's agents · The basicsWhat is a buyer's agent in Italy, and how does it work?A buyer's agent in Italy works only for you: search, viewings, checks and negotiation up to the deed. How it differs from the agency, and when it is worth it.8 min readRome · The basicsBuying a home in Rome as a foreigner: the complete guideCan foreigners buy in Rome? The steps, the real costs, the checks and the negotiation, explained for buyers from abroad. Updated October 2026.7 min readMilan · The complete guideBuying a home in Milan as a foreigner: the complete guideBuying a home in Milan as a foreigner: who can buy, 2026 prices, new build vs resale taxes, off-plan guarantees and the checks that matter most in Milan.9 min readNegotiationWhy the real estate agency won't negotiate for you (and who will)In Italy the real estate agency is an impartial mediator paid on the price. What really gives a buyer leverage in Rome and Milan, and who negotiates.6 min read
Costs, tax and paperwork.
Costs and taxesThe real costs of buying property in Italy (2026 guide)Taxes, notary, real estate agency commission and yearly costs when buying a home in Rome or Milan. What to budget on top of the price, line by line.6 min readProcess · The basicsHow to get an Italian codice fiscale from abroad (2026)How to get an Italian codice fiscale from abroad in 2026: delegate, consulate or tax office, the documents, timing, cost and the mistakes that slow a purchase.10 min read
Moving to Italy.
Moving to ItalyItaly's flat tax for new residents, and buying a homeItaly's €300,000 flat tax on foreign income for new residents: who qualifies, what it covers, and how it affects buying a home in Rome or Milan.6 min readResidency · VisasDoes buying a home in Italy give you residency? The elective residence visa explainedDoes buying property in Italy give you residency? No. How the elective residence visa works, the income it needs, and where owning a home really helps.9 min readBuyers from abroad · United StatesBuying property in Italy as an American: what US buyers need to knowCan Americans buy property in Italy? Yes. What US buyers need to know about the tax code, wiring money, the notary, commissions, offers and US tax rules.9 min read
Neighbourhoods.
Neighbourhoods · Rome primeWhere to buy a luxury home in Rome: the prime neighbourhoodsWhere to buy a luxury home in Rome from €1M: Centro Storico, Parioli, Prati, Aventino, Appia Antica and more, with 2026 prices per m² and pros and cons.9 min readRome · NeighbourhoodsRome neighbourhoods for families: Parioli, Prati, Trieste, Flaminio and beyondWhere international families buy in Rome from €1M: Parioli, Pinciano, Trieste, Flaminio, Prati and more, with parks, transport and school commutes.7 min readMilan · NeighbourhoodsBuying a home in Milan: Brera, CityLife, Porta Nuova, Magenta and moreA buyer's guide to Milan's prime areas from €1M: homes, green space, metro lines, international schools and how buying differs from Rome.7 min read
How we write our guides: each guide is researched by the Buyer's Agents of Giusto from official sources (the Revenue Agency, the notaries' council, Italian consulates) and current market reports, which we list at the end of every page. We update them when rules or prices change. They are general information, not legal or tax advice.