Como (Lombardy)

Buy Your Dream Home in Como & Lake Como

Como blends an elegant historic center with one of the world’s most iconic lakes. From period apartments steps from the Duomo to lakefront villas and panoramic residences in Cernobbio, Bellagio, Menaggio and Tremezzo, the area offers lifestyle, prestige and value.

Como is a city and comune in Lombardy, Italy. It is the administrative capital of the Province of Como. Its proximity to Lake Como and to the Alps has made Como a tourist destination and the city contains numerous works of art, churches, gardens, museums, theatres, parks and palaces: the Duomo (seat of Diocese of Como), the Basilica of Sant'Abbondio, the Villa Olmo, the public gardens with the Tempio Voltiano, the Teatro Sociale, the Broletto (the city's medieval town hall) and the 20th century Casa del Fascio.
With 215,320 overnight guests, in 2013 Como was the fourth most visited city in Lombardy after Milan, Bergamo and Brescia.
Como was the birthplace of many historical figures, including the poet Caecilius mentioned by Catullus in the 1st century BCE, writers Pliny the Elder and the Younger, Pope Innocent XI, scientist Alessandro Volta, and Cosima Liszt, second wife of Richard Wagner and long-term director of the Bayreuth Festival. 

Como Real Estate Market Insights

  • Price spectrum: Premium for prime lakefront and panoramic view properties; more accessible pricing slightly inland or on secondary shores.
  • Buyer profiles: International second-home buyers, retirees, Milan commuters, and investors targeting high-end short-stay demand.
  • Rental demand: Strong and international, with peak seasons from spring to early autumn; verify local STR rules and condo bylaws.
  • Connectivity: Quick access to Milan by train/car, close to the Swiss border, ferries along the lake, and easy reach to Malpensa airport.
  • Due diligence: Notary/title checks, building compliance, condo rules; for waterfront/heritage zones confirm permits, moorings and shoreline setbacks.

Why Buy a Home in Como?

  • Property types: Historic city apartments, lake-view condos with terraces, waterfront villas with gardens/piers, Liberty-style homes, and hillside villas with pools.
  • Lifestyle: Scenic promenades, boating and dining by the water, boutiques and cafés in the historic center, hiking in the surrounding hills.
  • Highlights: Como old town & Duomo, the lakefront promenade, Brunate funicular, and renowned towns such as Cernobbio, Bellagio, Menaggio and Tremezzo.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Can non-EU citizens buy in Como? Yes. Americans and other non-EU buyers can purchase in Italy. You’ll need a Codice Fiscale and a notary; I guide you end-to-end.

What extra costs should I expect? Plan roughly 6-7% on top of the purchase price for taxes, notary, registration and agency fees, plus ongoing costs (utilities, condo fees, IMU/TARI).

Is short-term renting allowed? Generally yes, but always verify municipal rules and building bylaws—especially on the lakefront and in historic areas.

Where can I find better value? A few streets back from the lungolago, on secondary shores, or hillside villages with strong views but lower entry prices.

Interested in Como & Lake Como Homes?

I help international buyers purchase in Como and around Lake Como from A to Z: curated property search, viewings, full due diligence, and coordination with trusted legal, tax and notary partners.


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