Historical 2 bedroom Apartment for sale in Florence, Tuscany

4,350,000 EUR 3,741,000 GBP 4,698,000 USD

Reference: 224879

Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 3
Floor Size: 220 m2
Plot Size: 250 m2

Features

Balcony
Terrace
Potential for Income
Good Condition

Details

Unique opportunity to acquire a beautiful and elegant 2 bedroom apartment with garden set on the ground floor of a medieval tower in the heart of Florence.

The building and the artwork within are of notable historic value.

From the porter and security entrance one enters this majestic property to be immediately struck by the wonderful high ceilings with ornate fresco work.

The entrance hall leads to the guest bedroom with private bathroom or walk through to the two principal living and dining rooms.

Both of these reception rooms open onto the charming enclosed private garden via huge French doors; it must be noted that to find an apartment for sale in Florence with a garden is a truly rare find. There is also a second bedroom suite, a kitchen and utility room.

The apartment is available part restored or can be completed according to the buyer's specification.

The terrace and garden area are ideal for spring, summer and autumn al fresco living and benefit from a private side entrance with direct access onto a side street.

Being located in the heart of the city on the Oltrarno side of the river, just a few paces from the Ponte Vecchio and all the city's principal attractions, ensures one can enjoy all the city offers as well as excellent income potential from holiday lets.

Santa Maria Novella station is 15 minutes on foot, Uffizi 10 minutes on foot, Duomo 15 minutes on foot and Florence airport 15 minutes by car/taxi.

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Italy Property Buying Guide

1. Making the Offer to Purchase (Offerta)

Once you have found the property you wish to purchase you will start the process by making a formal offer to the vendor, the estate agent will act on your behalf and put forward the offer, a deposit will be made available, generally around (10,000 - 20,000 EUR). Once the vendor has accepted the offer it will be formalised in writing to the vendor in both English and Italian. If this is accepted the deposit (Caparra Confirmatoria) will be paid to the vendor. This will form a legally binding contract. Neither party may withdraw at this point, the sale can be forced by either party or a claim for damages can be made. If the purchaser withdraws their deposit will be lost, if the vendor withdraws the purchaser can claim twice the deposit in compensation.

2. Signing the Preliminary Contract (Compromesso or Contratto preliminare)

The next step will take place between 1 and 3 months after the offer has been accepted, this is a formal agreement between the vendor and purchaser to sell and buy the property, this agreement is the Preliminary Contract and will contain the conditions and terms of the sale. It is important at this stage that you have a full understanding of all the details contained in the contract. We would strongly recommend that you appoint a Notary who is fluent in English. This document will include the purchase price, a detailed description of the property including completion date and will cover any obligations placed upon the buyer and the vendor. All information relating to the property including any planning permissions for the property and the cadastral details (a public record, survey, or map of the value, extent, and ownership of land as a basis of taxation). Once the Preliminary Contract (Contratto preliminare) has been signed a further deposit (Caparra Confirmatoria) will be paid, this will generally be 10% - 20% of the purchase price. There will also be an estate agents Commission Fee (Provvigione) which will need to be paid at this point.

3. Signing the Final Deed of Sale (Rogito or Atto Notarile)

The purchaser must have a bank account in order to make the purchase on completion. The signing of the final deed of sale which will authorise the transfer of the property must be overseen by a Notary (Notaio). The buyer will select and hire the Notary, but they are members of an independent body of public/professionals who will draft the purchase deed, they will oversee the passing of the title legally from the vendor to the purchaser. The Notary will also verify the legality of the documentation and registration with the Conservatoria dei Registri Immobiliari and the Local Land Register.

4. Formalities to be observed after Completion

Foreign buyers should obtain a certified copy of the Purchase Deed (Rogito), which the Notary will have lodged with the authorities. Generally this will be available to collect around 2 – 3 weeks after completion. The Notary will also give you a form to complete for the the local authority (Questura) who will have been given formal notice of the purchase. Your Notary will help you to complete this form. You will need to contact the utilities companies to set up new contracts (power, water, telephone, gas etc.). If the property is a flat, the condominium manager (Amministratore del condominio) should be informed of change of ownership of the property.

IMPORTANT - Disclaimer : All information provided is believed to be current and provided free of charge. No liability can be accepted for the reliability of the information and statements made as this is obtained from 3rd parties. We always recommend you take legal advice from a fully qualified Lawyer or Notary before buying a property overseas.