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Real Estate in Sardinia — Where to Buy, What to Expect, and How to Find Your Place in the Mediterranean
Dreaming of a home in Italy? Make it Sardinia. With turquoise coves, wild interiors, and year-round slow living, the island offers more value and privacy than other Mediterranean hotspots. Whether you’re searching for a sea-view villa in Costa Smeralda, a country stazzu in Gallura, or a family home near Olbia, this guide shows where to look, which property types fit different lifestyles, and the essentials for buying with confidence.
Why Sardinia Belongs on Your Shortlist
- Iconic coastline, fewer crowds: hidden coves and marine parks without the endless queues.
- Lifestyle ROI: Blue-Zone habits (fresh food, community, movement) and a slower pace.
- Access & amenities: Olbia airport, premium marinas, golf, and fine dining near Porto Cervo.
- Strong fundamentals: seasonal rental demand, low density, and diverse stock from designer villas to restored farmhouses.
Best Areas in Sardinia (Quick Guide)
Costa Smeralda — Porto Cervo & Cala di Volpe
Sculptural villas, yachting lifestyle, and prime addresses with panoramic sea views.
Gallura Interior — San Pantaleo, Arzachena, Luogosanto
Traditional stazzu farmhouses, olive groves, and granite peaks; rural calm 10–30 minutes from the coast.
Olbia & NE Coast — Porto Istana, Pittulongu, Golfo Aranci
Airport convenience, marinas, and family beaches—sea-view homes with services on your doorstep.
Budoni & San Teodoro
Family-friendly towns with beautiful beaches and strong rental appeal.
Property Types: Find Your Fit
- Luxury & Design Villas: sea-view/seafront, pools and terraces for indoor-outdoor living.
- Stazzu & Country Homes: stone farmhouses with land; ideal for privacy or boutique B&B projects.
- Family Villas & Townhouses: practical layouts near schools, services, and beaches.
- Buildable Land: create a bespoke villa with local planning support.
Buyer FAQs (Short & Useful)
How much should I budget?
Prices vary by micro-location, view, and condition. As a simple guide: country homes in Gallura can start around the mid-€200k–€600k; NE-coast sea-view family villas often list from ~€400k–€1.1m; prime Costa Smeralda villas can reach multi-million levels.
Can I rent the home seasonally?
Yes, subject to local rules. NE coast and Costa Smeralda see strong summer demand; we’ll advise on compliance and realistic yields.
How does the purchase process work?
Shortlist → Offer or Preliminary Contract (10–30% deposit) → Notarial Deed. We coordinate codice fiscale, checks, notary, and a clear cost sheet.
Start with Handpicked Listings
- Country homes in Gallura (stazzu charm)
- Sea-view homes in Porto Istana (near Tavolara)
- Gallura country home — Ref. Carana
- Sea-view homes in Olbia (services & marinas)
- Aglientu farmhouse (north coast)
- Buildable land in the Olbia area
- Budoni villas — Ref. Lamp.
- Olbia farmhouse — Cuncosu
- Luogosanto farmhouse — Ref. Biagio 1
- San Pantaleo country houses (artist village)
Since 2004, Live In Sardinia has guided international buyers from shortlist to deed—coordinating due diligence, notary, and after-sale support.
