The real estate market in Milan is constantly evolving, thanks in part to the development of local infrastructure, particularly the metro network, which has become an essential mode of transportation for many residents. The proximity to a metro station has a significant impact on housing prices, but this also depends on the type of property, whether it’s new or used, renovated or in need of renovation.
In a recent market analysis conducted by Abitare Co., a significant difference in price increases has emerged over the last 5 years between used and fixer-upper homes and those that are new or completely renovated. This difference is particularly noticeable when homes are located near one of Milan’s 5 metro lines: the Red, Yellow, Green, Lilac, and even the Blue line, which is still under construction. Examining different metro stops reveals substantial price differences in certain lines. For instance, on the Red line, the highest price per square meter is found in the areas of Molino Dorino and San Leonardo, with prices around 2,500 euros, whereas in the Duomo, Conciliazione, and San Babila areas, prices exceed 10,000 euros per square meter, reaching as high as 15,500 euros around Duomo. Generally, prices on the Red line are not considered affordable, with eight stops surpassing 10,000 euros per square meter. Additionally, prices increase significantly in the areas north of Loreto and Sesto San Giovanni, with over 40% increases near Porta Venezia. Prices in the Duomo area are incomparable to those on the Yellow line, where, for example, Montenapoleone reaches 19,000 euros per square meter, with a 43.2% increase. Affordable housing can be found in areas like Porto di Mare (2,900 euros), Comasina (2,950 euros), and Affori FN (3,100 euros). A similar trend is observed on the Green line, with areas like Cascina Gobba and Crescenzago having prices around 3,300 euros per square meter, and areas like Moscova and Garibaldi experiencing increases of 44.6% and 36.9% due to the redevelopment of Porta Nuova. Stops between Porta Genova and Piazza Abbiategrasso have an average price slightly below 5,000 euros. On the Blue line, prices in the San Cristoforo area recently reached 5,200 euros per square meter, reflecting a more than 40% increase due to high-quality residential projects such as Bosco Navigli. For more affordable prices, one can consider areas like Gelsomini and Segneri, offering properties for less than 4,000 euros per square meter. Conversely, high-profile areas linked to the Blue line, like Sforza Policlinico (10,600 euros) and Santa Sofia (10,500 euros), require an investment nearly three times as high.
For more budget-friendly options, living near the Lilac line in the Bicocca area, where the average price hovers around 3,900 euros per square meter, with a 35.4% increase, is an option, although still a fraction of the prices in the City Life – Tre Torri area (12,300 euros). The Milanese metro network is set to expand further in the coming years, with urban regeneration projects planned for stops such as Isola and San Siro. The latter could become particularly strategic in light of the potential construction of two new stadiums in the Milan hinterland, like Rozzano and San Donato, though they are still in the planning and approval phases. These developments could inevitably increase the value of surrounding properties, a common occurrence in cities with national stadiums. Furthermore, the expansion of the metro network, including the possible addition of the M6 in Milan, covering Municipality 5, which currently has limited metro service, could bring significant benefits to properties in the area. The presence of prominent universities nearby could ensure a steady influx of students, making real estate investments such as buy-to-rent and build-to-rent very promising. Of course, these benefits will be fully realized once the ongoing construction work is completed.