Overview
- Local officials and media report roughly 450 sales since 2017, including about 150 one‑euro properties and a larger pool of higher‑condition homes.
- Real‑estate agents say many ‘premium’ houses are often move‑in ready and typically list from about €10,300 to €12,000.
- Mayor Giuseppe Catania credits the program with reviving the town, citing a 919% rise in tourist visits between 2016 and 2024 and broad social benefits.
- German expatriate Barbara Märkl, who bought a premium house in 2024, describes frequent festivals and a welcoming community with residents from more than 18 countries.
- Reports note that basic services are available and healthcare was bolstered with professionals from Argentina, while experts warn €1 homes commonly require extensive renovations.