The centre of Lecco – in particular the area that embraces Piazza Lega Lombarda, Piazza Manzoni, Piazza Cermenati and Via Volta – is the lively and prestigious heart of the city. Characterised by outstanding liveability, a wide range of services, shops, cultural attractions and ideal transport links, this central area continues to attract both families and professionals looking for their first home and investors attentive to property returns.
The official data presented below come from the OMI database of the Italian Revenue Agency and refer to the second half of the Year 2025, representing the most solid and transparent reference for understanding the real performance of the local market.
Property sales: prices per square metre
Those wishing to buy a property in the city centre will find a varied but well-defined market. Values differ significantly depending on the residential type and the condition of the property:
| Type | Sale €/sqm |
|---|---|
| Civil dwellingsExcellent condition | 2,200 – 2,800 |
| Civil dwellingsNormal condition | 1,600 – 2,200 |
| GaragesNormal condition | 1,800 – 2,200 |
Renting: monthly rents
The rental market in the centre of Lecco remains lively and dynamic. Below are the monthly rents expressed in euros per square metre:
| Type | Rent €/sqm month |
|---|---|
| Civil dwellingsExcellent condition | 9.5 – 12 |
| Civil dwellingsNormal condition | 6.4 – 9.3 |
| GaragesNormal condition | 7.7 – 9.5 |
A practical example of monthly rent calculation
To understand in concrete terms how much it can cost to rent a home in the centre of Lecco, here are two practical calculation examples based on OMI data:
60 sqm apartment in Excellent condition (e.g. renovated two/three-room apartment):
Minimum monthly rent: 60 sqm × €9.5/sqm = €570/month
Maximum monthly rent: 60 sqm × €12.0/sqm = €720/month
Rent estimate: from €570 to €720 per month.
80 sqm apartment in Normal Condition (e.g. standard three-room apartment):
Minimum monthly rent: 80 sqm × €6.4/sqm = €512/month
Maximum monthly rent: 80 sqm × €9.3/sqm = €744/month
Rent estimate: from €512 to €744 per month.
Why it is worth investing in the centre of Lecco
The analysis of the official 2025 OMI data highlights three key reasons why it is worth entering the property market in this specific area:
Excellent rental returns: with rents reaching €12.0/sqm per month for homes in excellent condition, the area ensures steady rental income and consistently high demand from qualified tenants.
Value retention and stability over time: the central location and Lecco's constant appeal protect the capital invested. With purchase prices of up to €2,800/sqm, properties maintain strong market liquidity.
High demand for ancillary spaces and garages: in a central belt with high commercial and building density, owning or renting a garage (with rents of up to €9.5/sqm per month) is a strategic, affordable and highly sought-after investment.