A large flat in Syracuse in excellent condition within walking distance of the famous island of Ortigia
€78,000
The Basics
Overview
Our Analysis
This 1970s apartment offers significant square footage and unusual terrace space for a price point well below Ortigia's premium rates. While functional and well-preserved, it sits in the modern sprawl of Siracusa rather than the historic center, meaning you trade architectural romance for easier parking and proximity to local services. It represents a practical choice for someone who wants frequent access to Ortigia without the high entry costs and maintenance headaches of ancient stone buildings.
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Price & Market
The Property
What the listing leaves out
Energy Performance (DPE)
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Rental restriction warning
Class F properties will be banned from renting in France from January 2028. Renovation may be required before letting.
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The Verdict
Suited for
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Financials
What It Costs to Own
Estimated monthly and upfront costs based on your buyer profile
Upfront
~€45,006
Monthly
~€648 /mo
Location & Daily Life
Location
Siracusa, Sicilia
Living here
What daily life looks like in this area
Living here is a typical Sicilian urban experience: high density, local shops at your doorstep, and the ability to walk to the train station or Ortigia. Car parking in this era's neighborhoods is notoriously competitive.
Nearby services
Soil & gardening
Risks & Compliance
In a nutshell
Urban zone
No PLU zone found
Governed by national rules (RNU)
Renovation constraint
Data incomplete
Verify with the mairie
Nearby development
No AU zones nearby
No expansion zone found within ~800m
What this means
Building or extension
No digitized PLU. National rules (RNU) apply, typically restrictive for new builds
Exterior renovation
Data incomplete, confirm with the mairie before works
Surrounding development
No AU development zone found nearby
Planning layers found
No additional planning layers recorded.
Legal considerations
Next Steps
Questions to ask
- Are the two 35m² terraces privately owned (proprietà esclusiva) or are they 'uso esclusivo' of a common area?
- Has the elevator (lift) recently been modernized to meet current EU safety standards?
- What are the monthly condominium fees and are there any planned extraordinary repairs for the facade?
Documents to request
- Visura Catastale and Cadastral Plan (Planimetria)
- Attestato di Prestazione Energetica (APE)
- Certificato di Abitabilità (if available)
This report is generated from listing data and regional knowledge. It is not a substitute for a professional survey, legal review, or in-person visit.
Characteristics
Property Details
- Property Type
- Apartment/In borgo
- Construction Year
- 1970
- Condition
- Excellent condition
- Floor
- First floor
- Status
- Available
Room Information
- Rooms
- Entrance hall, double living room, eat-in kitchen, 2 bedrooms, main bathroom, second bathroom, large storage room
Features
- Lift
- Yes
- Finishes
- Contemporary, well-preserved
- Heating
- Central Heating
Outdoor
- Terrace
- Two large ground-floor terraces (35m² each)
- Balcony
- Yes
- Panoramic View
- Yes
Location Details
- Distance to Sea
- 2 km
- Distance to Village
- 1 km
- Proximity
- Area with all major amenities, within walking distance of the famous island of Ortigia
Energy
- Energy class
- F