The Martesana and the Eastern Route: Cernusco, Pioltello and Segrate over 2023–2025
Official data, Italian Revenue Agency
The eastern route of the Milan Hinterland, crossed by the Naviglio Martesana and served by the M2 metro line and suburban railway lines, is one of the most sought-after and dynamic residential quadrants of the metropolitan area. In this district, the municipality of Cernusco sul Naviglio (Cadastral Code C566) stands alongside large infrastructure hubs such as Segrate (Cadastral Code I577) and Pioltello (Cadastral Code G686).
The data of the Real Estate Market Observatory (OMI) on the Normalised Number of Transactions (NTN) show the performance of the main municipalities of the eastern axis over 2023–2025.
1. Cernusco sul Naviglio: Strong Growth over Three Years (C566)
The municipality of Cernusco sul Naviglio (Cadastral Code C566) is confirmed as the quality residential centre of gravity of the Martesana. In 2025 it recorded 652.33 residential sales, with steady, uninterrupted growth over the three years:
| Year 2023 | 540.64 NTN |
| Year 2024 | 609.05 NTN (+12.65%) |
| Year 2025 | 652.33 NTN (+7.11% year on year and +20.66% on 2023) |
Source: official data, Italian Revenue Agency
In three years Cernusco sul Naviglio increased its volumes by more than 110 transactions a year (+20.66%), establishing itself among the municipalities with the highest growth intensity in the eastern belt.
2. The Large Hubs of the Eastern Axis: Pioltello and Segrate
- Pioltello (G686): Records 686.59 NTN in 2025, showing progressive expansion over the three years (616.38 NTN in 2023 and 638.14 NTN in 2024, with an overall +11.39%).
- Segrate (I577): Reaches 685.24 NTN in 2025, achieving a strong recovery on the 554.35 NTN of 2024 (+23.61% year on year and +4.53% on 2023).
- Gorgonzola (E094): Records 358.87 NTN in 2025, confirming stable volumes along the M2 line (367.70 NTN in 2023).
Table 1: Comparison of East / Martesana Route Municipalities (2023–2025)
| Municipality | Cadastral code | Sales 2023 | Sales 2024 | Sales 2025 | Change (2023–2025) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pioltello | G686 | 616.38 | 638.14 | 686.59 | +11.39% |
| Segrate | I577 | 655.56 | 554.35 | 685.24 | +4.53% |
| Cernusco sul Naviglio | C566 | 540.64 | 609.05 | 652.33 | +20.66% |
| Gorgonzola | E094 | 367.70 | 366.88 | 358.87 | -2.40% |
Source: official data, Italian Revenue Agency
Analysis by Floor Area in Cernusco sul Naviglio (2025)
In 2025 the breakdown by floor area band in Cernusco sul Naviglio (C566) shows a high percentage of medium and large homes:
| 50–85 sqm band | 264.74 NTN (40.58% of the total) |
| 85–115 sqm band (Large two-bedroom flats) | 198.59 NTN (30.44%) |
| 115–145 sqm band | 69.78 NTN (10.70%) |
| Over 145 sqm band (Villas and detached homes) | 60.00 NTN (9.20%) |
| Up to 50 sqm band | 59.22 NTN (9.08%) |
Source: official data, Italian Revenue Agency
Floor areas above 85 sqm together cover more than half of the entire municipal market (50.34%), confirming its residential profile for families.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How many sales were recorded in Cernusco sul Naviglio in 2025?
In 2025 652.33 residential sales (NTN) were recorded in Cernusco sul Naviglio (C566), with growth of +20.66% on 2023.
Article by the Property Editorial Team - Official OMI / NTN data (Italian Revenue Agency) 2023–2025.