Pavia accelerates on the back of accessibility: +13.66% in sales over 2023-2025
Official data, Italian Revenue Agency
The province of Pavia stands out as one of the most dynamic and fastest-growing territories in the whole of Lombardy. According to the official data on residential sales (Normalised Number of Transactions - NTN), the Pavia area recorded progressive and uninterrupted growth throughout 2023-2025, going from 8,208.98 NTN in 2023 to 8,524.00 NTN in 2024 (+3.84%), and reaching 9,330.41 NTN in 2025 (+9.46% year on year).
With an overall increase of +13.66% between 2023 and 2025, Pavia ranks second in Lombardy for percentage growth rate, just behind the province of Lodi (+14.78%). A result that shows the constant appeal of the Pavia area, the Lomellina and the Oltrepò within the wider North-West.
Key figures of the Pavia property market (2023 - 2025)
The data show a steady acceleration in sales volumes, differing from other regional contexts that went through a temporary adjustment phase in 2024.
Unlike high-density metropolitan areas, the Pavia market shows balanced growth both in the provincial capital and in the towns of the province, supported by direct rail links with Milan and a marked variety of housing types.
Analysis by floor area: large one-bedroom flats, two-bedroom flats and detached homes lead
The distribution of sales by floor area band in 2025 gives precise indications on the types of homes most sought after and traded in the province of Pavia:
| Up to 50 sqm (Studios and small one-bedroom flats) Unlike the city of Milan (where sizes under 50 sqm exceed 22%), in Pavia the share of micro-studios remains small and marginal. | 623.01 NTN (6.7% of the total) |
| From 50 to 85 sqm (Large one-bedroom and compact two-bedroom flats) It is the most traded band, meeting the needs of young families and workers. | 3,047.44 NTN (32.7% of the total) |
| From 85 to 115 sqm (Spacious two-bedroom and three-bedroom flats) Confirmed as the second type by buyer preference. | 2,486.56 NTN (26.7% of the total) |
| From 115 to 145 sqm (Large three-bedroom flats) | 1,376.27 NTN (14.8% of the total) |
| Over 145 sqm (Semi-detached villas and detached houses) Almost **one sale in five** concerns large homes, a figure almost three times that of Milan city (7.0%) and higher than the regional average (14.7%), showing the weight of single-family homes with gardens in the Oltrepò and Lomellina. | 1,797.13 NTN (19.3% of the total) |
Source: official data, Italian Revenue Agency
Ranking of municipalities by sales in 2025
The three main urban hubs
- Pavia (Provincial capital): With 1,299.28 sales in 2025, the provincial capital records an increase of +15.26% compared with 1,127.22 NTN in 2023, driven by university and residential demand.
- Vigevano: Stands at 1,051.47 sales in 2025, exceeding the threshold of one thousand transactions a year and recording +10.11% over the three years.
- Voghera: Third provincial hub with 739.21 sales in 2025, up +8.49% compared with 681.34 NTN in 2023.
Other centres and local dynamics
| Mortara (F754) | 295.26 NTN in 2025 (+7.61% from 2023) |
| Stradella (I968) | 197.66 NTN in 2025 (+1.42% from 2023) |
| Broni (B201) | 160.54 NTN in 2025 (+18.14% from 2023) |
| Gambolò (D901) | 158.84 NTN in 2025 (+13.69% from 2023) |
| Vidigulfo (L854) | 146.08 NTN in 2025 (+22.76% from 2023, driven by its proximity to the Milan border) |
| Garlasco (E265) | 145.34 NTN in 2025 (+21.14% from 2023) |
| Cava Manara (C541) | 131.17 NTN in 2025 (+56.15% from 2023) |
| Rivanazzano Terme (H336) | 99.08 NTN in 2025 (+52.62% from 2023) |
Source: official data, Italian Revenue Agency
Comparative Table of the Main Pavia Municipalities (2023 - 2025)
| Municipality | Sales 2023 | Sales 2024 | Sales 2025 | Change (2023–2025) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pavia (provincial capital) | 1,127.22 | 1,161.33 | 1,299.28 | +15.26% | Strong growth |
| Vigevano | 954.92 | 981.31 | 1,051.47 | +10.11% | Growing |
| Voghera | 681.34 | 692.12 | 739.21 | +8.49% | Growing |
| Mortara | 274.38 | 283.75 | 295.26 | +7.61% | Growing |
| Stradella | 194.89 | 175.84 | 197.66 | +1.42% | Stable |
| Casteggio | 181.30 | 180.70 | 171.91 | -5.18% | Slight decline |
| Broni | 135.89 | 182.80 | 160.54 | +18.14% | Strong growth |
| Gambolò | 139.71 | 140.02 | 158.84 | +13.69% | Growing |
| Vidigulfo | 119.00 | 108.09 | 146.08 | +22.76% | Strong growth |
| Garlasco | 119.98 | 140.62 | 145.34 | +21.14% | Strong growth |
| Cava Manara | 84.00 | 97.16 | 131.17 | +56.15% | Strong growth |
Source: official data, Italian Revenue Agency
Observations from the data analysis
For those comparing housing options
The data show how the province of Pavia offers a marked availability of medium and large homes. Those looking for homes over 115 sqm find a context in which these types represent a third of the entire provincial market (34.1% adding the 115–145 sqm band and the over 145 sqm band).
For those analysing local sales dynamics
Sales volumes indicate strong vitality in the three main centres (Pavia, Vigevano and Voghera), which together concentrate over 3,080 transactions in 2025 (equal to 33.1% of the entire provincial total). In the first-ring municipalities around the provincial capital (such as Cava Manara) and along the northern border with the metropolitan city of Milan (such as Vidigulfo), the data show double-digit percentage growth rates.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
How many homes were sold in the province of Pavia in 2025?
In 2025 9,330.41 residential sales (NTN) were recorded in the province of Pavia, an increase of +9.46% on 2024 and +13.66% on 2023.
Which municipality has the most sales in the province?
The municipality of Pavia (provincial capital) leads the provincial ranking with 1,299.28 sales in 2025, followed by Vigevano (1,051.47) and Voghera (739.21).
What are the best-selling floor areas in the Pavia area?
The most sought-after size is the 50–85 sqm band with 32.7% of sales (3,047.44 NTN), followed by the 85–115 sqm band with 26.7% (2,486.56 NTN).