Calabria

Welcome to Calabria

Calabria real estate features over 125 miles of stunning coastline. Located in southern Italy, the Calabria region represents the "toe" of the boot that makes up the country. Bordered only by Basilicata to the east and the island of Sicily to the west, the area is well connected to transportation hubs in Lazio by three regional airports.

This mainly undiscovered area of Italy has some bargains up for grabs in terms of real estate. Combine miles of stunning beaches and the rugged beauty of the mountain ranges with a rich cultural heritage, and you have a recipe for a fabulous second home or vacation property in Calabria, IT. The region is filled with investment potential, and at prices which won't break the bank.

Calabria Property

Calabria real estate towards the south is a popular choice with Italian homebuyers for its full-service beach resorts. Also known as the Calabria Riviera, the scenic towns of Paula and Diamante offer dramatic bluffs overlooking the Ionian Sea and pristine beaches. As you move further inland, you can find quaint villages dotting the mainly mountainous landscape.

Homebuyers can expect to find a mix of waterfront villas, condos and apartments as well as restored farm houses, single family homes and acreages. Since the area is up and coming, and has yet to undergo a tourism boom, prices are still very affordable in Calabria, IT.

Calabria Highlights

Despite having lots of potential as a European vacation destination, Calabria real estate is untouched and the lifestyle remains mostly traditional. Located mostly in the plain and on the lower slopes of mountains, the locals still rely heavily on agriculture. The area is also one of the Italy's leading producing areas for oil, oranges, and tobacco.

Capital: Catanzaro

Regional Specialties: Sardelle Rosamarina (sardines), Cudduraci (pastry), Caciocavallo (cheese), Ciro (wine), Donnici (wine), Gaglioppo (wine), Greco (white), Lagane e Cicciari (pasta dish), Pecorino Crotonese (sheep's milk cheese).