Houses for sale in Vicenza

Houses for sale in Vicenza – homes and villas in the city of Palladio

Vicenza and its surroundings are home to the Palladian villas, which together with the historic centre are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Buying a house here means living between Renaissance architecture, the gentle hills of the Colli Berici and the foothills of the Alps. As a real estate agent in Vicenza, we know the local housing market in detail – from villas on Monte Berico and country houses in the Colli Berici to family homes in the surrounding towns.

The A4 Milan–Venice motorway, the A31 Valdastico and the Milan–Venice railway line connect Vicenza quickly with Verona, Padua and Venice – an important argument for families and commuters who want to live in green surroundings while staying well connected.

The housing market in Vicenza – what you need to know

The range of houses for sale in and around Vicenza extends from historic villas and rustici to family homes from the 1960s to 1990s and modern new builds. If you are buying a house here, you should keep an eye on very different aspects depending on location and year of construction.

• Listed buildings: Historic villas and rustici are often protected by the Soprintendenza. This brings charm and lasting value, but also restrictions on façades, roofs and alterations – clarify the status early on.
• Planning & cadastral compliance: Before signing the preliminary contract (compromesso), check that the house matches the cadastral plan and building permits – especially for older houses with extensions or converted outbuildings.
• Energy & renovation: Check the energy performance certificate (APE) and the condition of the roof, heating and windows. For older houses and rustici, renovation costs should be factored in realistically.
• Plot & building rights: The municipal land-use plan determines whether and how a property can be extended. On the slopes of the Colli Berici, it is also worth checking access, rights of way and hydrogeological restrictions.
• Location & transport: Between locations close to the city and quiet hill country there are considerable differences in price and daily life – commuters benefit from proximity to the A4, the A31 and the station.

The most popular areas to buy a house in Vicenza

The VON POLL REAL ESTATE Vicenza team introduces the most sought-after locations for buying a house – with a look at character, typical properties and target groups.

Monte Berico and Riviera Berica

South of the historic centre, along Viale X Giugno up to the Sanctuary of Monte Berico and on towards Villa Valmarana ai Nani and La Rotonda, lie the city’s most exclusive villa locations – with gardens and views over Vicenza.

• Character: A quiet, green villa area with panoramic views, just minutes from the centre.
• Typical houses: Historic and modern villas with gardens, townhouses on the hillside.
• Price level: The city’s top segment – supply is very limited.
• Amenities: The historic centre, the station and schools are just a few minutes away.
• Leisure: Piazzale della Vittoria, walks in the Colli Berici and the Palladian villas on the doorstep.
• Target group: Families, entrepreneurs and international buyers with high expectations of location and view.
• Highlight: Villas overlooking the historic centre and the Basilica Palladiana.

Colli Berici – Arcugnano and Lago di Fimon

South-west of Vicenza, the Colli Berici stretch out with vineyards, woodland and small villages. Around Arcugnano and Lago di Fimon, buyers will find country houses, rustici and family homes with large plots.

• Character: Rural, close to nature and quiet, with vineyards and panoramic spots.
• Typical houses: Rustici, country houses, family homes and villas with land.
• Price level: A wide range – from rustici in need of renovation to villas with a view.
• Amenities: Local shops in the villages; Vicenza can be reached by car in around 15 to 20 minutes.
• Leisure: Hiking and cycling in the Colli Berici, Lago di Fimon and the region’s wineries.
• Target group: Families, nature lovers and second-home buyers.
• Highlight: Houses with sweeping views over the Colli Berici and Lago di Fimon.

Caldogno and Costabissara

North of the city, Caldogno – known for the Palladian Villa Caldogno – and Costabissara are established residential towns with many family homes, short distances to Vicenza and quick access to the A31.

• Character: Quiet, family-friendly towns with an established community.
• Typical houses: Detached, semi-detached and terraced houses, with some new builds.
• Price level: Mid-range – a good way to get onto the property ladder.
• Amenities: Schools, nurseries and shops locally; quick access to the A31 and Vicenza.
• Leisure: Villa Caldogno, cycle paths and the nearby foothills of the Alps.
• Target group: Families, first-time buyers and commuters.
• Highlight: Quiet residential streets with family homes on the edge of town.

Houses for sale in Vicenza with VON POLL REAL ESTATE

Whether as an investment or for your own use – buying a house and becoming a homeowner is still the dream of many people. Your own property gives you freedom of choice and design, protection against rising rents and is a good investment for retirement. If you are thinking about buying a house, you should define your wishes and ideas precisely – after all, for many people it is the biggest investment of their lives.

Whether a villa on Monte Berico, a rustico in the Colli Berici or a family home in Caldogno – the independent VON POLL REAL ESTATE agents in Vicenza support you step by step in your search for the right house, from the first viewing to the notarial deed of sale (rogito). The close network of our offices across Europe and short lines of communication give you access to a wide selection of exclusive properties.

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