Where to buy in Sardinia
Every part of the island offers a different lifestyle and a different type of investment. The right location depends on your plans, not simply on the view.
Historic
Cobbled streets, Catalan-influenced architecture, and centuries of history. Alghero and Bosa suit buyers looking for character-filled homes in walkable towns – a good fit if you want daily life on your doorstep, not just a holiday retreat.
Coastal
Dramatic coastline, turquoise water, and some of the island’s best beaches. This area draws buyers after a seasonal retreat or rental investment. Expect stronger summer demand and a quieter pace the rest of the year.
Connected
The island’s main international gateway, with direct flights across Europe and, in summer, to New York. Olbia suits buyers who want easy, frequent access – a practical choice if you’re planning regular visits rather than a permanent move.
Authentic
Slower, quieter, and far from the tourist trail. The inland villages suit buyers looking for an authentic connection to Sardinian life: lower prices, real community, and a genuinely different pace.
Worth knowing
Rules vary by municipality: what’s allowed for renovation in one town may not apply in the next.
Renovation costs can change the real value of a property. Knowing what to check early makes a difference.
Distance from airports, services and the coast can matter as much as the property itself.
Prices can vary significantly between towns and even between nearby areas with very different demand.
Seasonality, location and local rules all influence whether a property works as a rental investment.
From agents, notaries, architects and builders to mechanics and other local professionals, we connect you with trusted contacts for whatever you may need.
Buying from the US?
When home is an ocean away, access and pace of life matter even more. A few things to weigh before you choose an area.
The easiest access from the US. Since May 2026 Delta has flown New York JFK to Olbia in summer, and United has announced Newark to Olbia from May 2027.
Walkable towns with year-round life, close to Alghero airport and its European connections. A good base if you plan to stay for months at a time.
Lower prices and real community, if you're after a slower pace and don't mind driving to the coast and the airport.
Italy's 7% flat tax for retirees with a foreign pension applies only in qualifying municipalities with fewer than 30,000 residents, 370 of them in Sardinia. Where you buy can matter, so check the details with a tax adviser.
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