A Home in Imperia
Where to buy, what homes cost and what is changing in the provincial capital and its two harbours.
Two Towns, One City
Imperia was created in 1923 by joining Porto Maurizio and Oneglia. It is the capital of the province.
Porto Maurizio, to the west, climbs a hill crowned by its cathedral, with the medieval Parasio quarter and the marina below. Oneglia, to the east, is the busier commercial town, with arcaded streets, the old harbour and the olive oil and pasta makers. Imperia is known for its olives and flowers, and the coastal cycle path now continues into the city.
Buyers come for a full-size Italian city with everyday services all year round, for the sea and the marina, and for average asking prices that are the lowest of the main towns on this coast.
Imperia, Area by Area
Imperia has more variety than any other town on this coast. Here are the main areas.
Porto Maurizio
The west of the city: the cathedral, the Parasio old town, the marina and the beaches of Borgo Marina and Borgo Prino.
Average asking price, Porto Maurizio€2,376/m²
Oneglia
The east of the city, with its arcaded streets, the harbour, the market and the main shops.
Average asking price, Oneglia€2,340/m²
Piani and Torrazza
Residential hill villages above Porto Maurizio, with houses, gardens and olive groves.
Average asking price, Piani, Torrazza€2,446/m²
Poggi
A hill village west of the city with sea views and the highest average asking prices in Imperia.
Average asking price, Poggi€2,816/m²
Castelvecchio and Caramagna
Historic hill districts between the two centres, quieter and more affordable.
Average asking price, Castelvecchio€2,015/m²
Average asking prices for all property types, Immobiliare.it, September 2026. These are asking prices, not sale prices, and individual homes vary widely.
Imperia in Numbers
- Asking Price
- €2,235/m²average, Sept 2026, +1.4% in a year
- Five Years
- +7.7%change in average asking price
- Asking Rent
- €9.84/m²a month, average, Sept 2026
- Nice Airport
- c. 45 minby car from Sanremo
- Founded
- 1923Porto Maurizio and Oneglia
- Status
- Capitalof the province
Prices and rents: Immobiliare.it, September 2026, asking figures for all residential property. The A10 motorway and the Genoa to Ventimiglia railway serve the whole coast.
Homes Along the Coast
We have no homes listed in Imperia right now. Here is a selection from along the coast, and we can search for you in Imperia.
Letting in Imperia
Few homes in Imperia are offered for long-term rent: 43 listed to rent against 628 for sale in September 2026. Rents in a small market rest on few listings, so treat the averages with care.
We manage long lets and short lets, including Airbnb, if you plan to let your home. Managed short lets can achieve higher yields than long lets, depending on location, season and occupancy.
- Asking Rent
- €9.84/m²a month, +5.4% in a year
- Homes to Rent
- 43listed, against 628 for sale
Our indicative estimate; actual yields vary with the property, its location and the letting strategy. Managed short lets can achieve higher yields than long lets, depending on location, season and occupancy. Indicative, not guaranteed, before costs and tax.
The Coast's Largest Marina Project
Imperia plans to complete its marina at Porto Maurizio through one private partner, who would build and run it for 65 years. The council approved the tender guidelines in September 2026, with the tender due to be published by 31 October 2026 and works to be finished within six years of signing.
The latest business plan puts the works at €167 million, from 2027 to 2032, about 38% of it financed by banks. Five international groups expressed interest in late 2025, including Reuben Brothers, the owners of Portosole in Sanremo. Separately, a masterplan for the Porto Maurizio waterfront, with beach nourishment and a temporary mooring, has cleared a first environmental step.
Timings are the stated aims of councils and developers, and several approvals are still pending.
- €167mplanned marina works
- 2027–2032planned works period
- 65 yearsproposed concession
A Taste of Imperia
Museo dell'Olivo
A museum of the history and culture of olive oil, the product that shaped Imperia and its valleys.
Cathedral of San Maurizio
Built between 1781 and 1832 on the hill of Porto Maurizio, it is the largest church in Liguria.
Naval Museum
The maritime history of Imperia’s harbours, with ship models, charts and paintings, and activities for children.
Find It, Buy It, Belong There
One team for buying, caring for and letting your home in Imperia.
Find
We help you narrow down the right part of town, plan your visit and go to viewings with you.
Buy
We introduce solicitors, mortgage advisers and tax specialists, and guide you from the purchase proposal to the final deed at the notary’s office.
Look After and Let
Once the home is yours, we can maintain it, renovate it and manage it as a long let or a holiday let.
Thinking of Investing on the Riviera?
We can share prices, rents and indicative yields for the coast (up to 7–10% gross, depending on factors), or arrange a call to talk it through. Managed short lets can achieve higher yields than long lets, depending on location, season and occupancy.
Know the Coast
Eight towns from Ventimiglia to Imperia, each with its own character. Find the one that feels like home.
Picturesque coastal town with Roman ruins, vibrant Friday market, and stunning beaches at the border with France.
Captivating Italian town with palm-lined promenade, artistic heritage, beautiful gardens, and breathtaking coastal views.
Tranquil town with serene beaches, palm trees, and a historical past as a hospital for pilgrims.
Glamorous Riviera town known for Sanremo Music Festival, elegant casino, and lush gardens.
Peaceful coastal town with golden sandy beaches, medieval streets, and olive groves.
Quaint fishing village with laid-back ambiance, colorful houses, and coastal bike path.
Delightful seaside village with sandy beaches and historical landmarks like the Church of San Lorenzo.
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2027 Riviera Festival Calendar
123 village festivals, sagre and events from Ventimiglia to Imperia and the valleys behind, month by month, with the food to look for.
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