Buying a home in a Blue Flag location, Livorno among the most sought-after and affordable.

In 2025, Livorno confirmed its position among the most sought-after cities for those interested in purchasing a home in a Blue Flag municipality. This prestigious award, presented by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE), certifies the environmental quality of Italian seaside and lakeside resorts. With 246 municipalities awarded throughout Italy, Livorno stands out for its attractiveness, services, and affordable prices. According to Casa.it data for the first half of 2025, Livorno ranks fourth among the most searched provincial capitals for purchasing properties in Blue Flag locations. The Tuscan city offers a beneficial combination of sea, urban amenities, and real estate opportunities, attracting both residents and those seeking a second home or an investment for tourist rentals.

Average prices and comparison with other locations

The average price of homes for sale in Livorno is €231,520 (one- to five-bedroom properties, data updated as of July 1, 2025). This value places the city in the lower-middle range compared to other more sought-after Blue Flag locations: for comparison, average prices are higher in Pescara (€252,451), Pisa (€268,942), Monopoli (€278,533), and Sanremo (€309,025). This price range makes Livorno an attractive destination for those who want to live near the sea without facing the higher costs of tourist destinations in Northern Italy or some areas of Central and Southern Italy.

As in many Blue Flag locations, in Livorno, apartments remain the most sought-after housing type, followed by detached houses and villas. The most sought-after sizes range from 51 to 100 square meters, ideal for families, couples, or investors in the short-term rental sector. As for the most sought-after prices, the majority of searches are concentrated in the €100,001 to €200,000 range, which represents a significant portion of the supply on the local market. However, there is also no shortage of demand in the €200,001 to €300,000 range, which includes many of the homes with sea views or located in more central and well-served neighborhoods.

The most expensive Blue Flag cities compared

Livorno, with an average price of €231,520, ranks well below the most expensive destinations among the 2025 Blue Flag municipalities. The most expensive municipality is Forte dei Marmi (LU), where the average price for one- to five-bedroom homes exceeds €1.5 million. It is followed by Anacapri (€980,906), Sorrento (€882,167), Toscolano Maderno (€674,143), and Santa Margherita Ligure (€638,279).

Even compared to Venice (€390,577), Chiavari (€396,174), and Viareggio (€347,976), Livorno remains competitively priced, appearing more accessible while still offering a high-quality seaside and urban environment. Cities with similar prices include Lecce (€220,334), Ravenna (€238,230), and Fano (€246,042), all centrally located in the ranking of the most searched municipalities.

With a balanced mix of prices, environmental quality, and services, Livorno will be confirmed in 2025 as one of the most attractive coastal destinations for buying a home in a Blue Flag municipality.