Introduction to the semi-central area of Como
The semi-central belt taking in Viale Innocenzo, Via Grandi, S. Abbondio and the Vecchia Regina area is one of the most strategic and lively residential and urban hubs of Como. Marked by immediate proximity to the historic centre, by the historic Basilica of Sant’Abbondio, by university facilities, schools, shops and first-rate road and rail connections (including Como Borghi station and closeness to Como San Giovanni), this area offers an excellent balance between urban convenience and quality of life.
For anyone wishing to buy or rent a property in this semi-central district, working from reliable, official data is essential. The values reported below come directly from the OMI database of the Italian Revenue Agency and refer to the second half of 2025.
Buying: values per square metre
The sales market in the Viale Innocenzo, Via Grandi, S. Abbondio and Vecchia Regina area shows solid and accessible values, with a clear difference according to the state of repair of the property. Fully renovated apartments or those in excellent condition enjoy a marked premium over homes in original condition.
Below are the market prices per square metre for buying civil dwellings and garages:
| Type | Sale €/sqm |
|---|---|
| Civil dwellingsExcellent condition | 2,400 – 3,500 |
| Civil dwellingsNormal condition | 1,600 – 2,400 |
| GaragesNormal condition | 1,100 – 1,650 |
Buying a property to modernise (normal condition) secures a competitive entry price with excellent scope for adding value, while properties in excellent condition assure immediate habitability and high efficiency.
Monthly rents
Demand for rental apartments in the semi-central area is particularly high and constant, sustained by university students, teaching staff, young professionals and commuters. The table below summarises the monthly rents per square metre set by the Italian Revenue Agency:
| Type | Rent €/sqm month |
|---|---|
| Civil dwellingsExcellent condition | 6.5 – 8.5 |
| Civil dwellingsNormal condition | 3.9 – 5.8 |
| GaragesNormal condition | 3.4 – 5 |
A practical example of rent calculation
To understand concretely the economic impact of these parameters on a rental contract, here are two practical examples:
80 sqm apartment (Normal condition). Estimated minimum rent: 80 sqm × €3.90/sqm = €312 a month; estimated maximum rent: 80 sqm × €5.80/sqm = €464 a month.
60 sqm apartment (Excellent condition). Estimated minimum rent: 60 sqm × €6.50/sqm = €390 a month; estimated maximum rent: 60 sqm × €8.50/sqm = €510 a month.
Why invest in this part of Como
Investing in a property in the Viale Innocenzo, Via Grandi, S. Abbondio and Vecchia Regina area proves a high-value choice for three main reasons:
Strategic position and quality services: proximity to the centre, to the university facilities and to the railway stations makes the district convenient for any daily journey.
Very advantageous value for money: compared with historic-centre values, this semi-central belt guarantees a lower cost per square metre alongside excellent liveability and wide prospects of appreciation.
High rental demand and stable return: the strong presence of students and workers guarantees fluid, continuous rental demand, eliminating the risk of prolonged vacancy.