Introduction
The outer area of Castellanza, and the Castegnate district in particular, is a strategic residential area in the province of Varese. Marked by a calm environment, a good availability of services and proximity to important cultural and university hubs, as well as to the road links towards Varese and Milan, this urban belt is a choice of interest both for families and for investors.
For anyone intending to buy, sell or let a property in this area, having reliable and objective information is essential for finding your bearings in the property market. Below we analyse the official data of the OMI database of the Italian Revenue Agency for the second half of 2025, which gives a clear, up-to-date picture of sale prices and rents.
Buying: prices per square metre
An analysis of the sales market in the Castegnate district shows competitive and good-value purchase prices, ideal for those looking for affordable homes or buy-to-let properties.
Below are the official values per square metre for the residential types and ancillary units recorded in the OMI database for this area:
| Type | Sale €/sqm |
|---|---|
| VillasNormal condition | 1,400 – 1,750 |
| Civil dwellingsNormal condition | 1,150 – 1,350 |
| GaragesNormal condition | 680 – 820 |
The data shows contained values for ordinary civil dwellings, while detached types such as villas record a higher value, reaching €1,750/sqm. Garages stand confirmed as an affordable element completing the property offering of the district.
Renting: monthly rents and practical calculations
The rental sector in the Castegnate district also shows balanced monthly rents, able to ensure affordability for tenants and continuity of return for landlords.
The table below summarises the official monthly rents per square metre set by the Italian Revenue Agency:
| Type | Rent €/sqm month |
|---|---|
| VillasNormal condition | 5.1 – 7.1 |
| Civil dwellingsNormal condition | 3.7 – 5.5 |
| GaragesNormal condition | 3.8 – 4.5 |
Practical examples of monthly rent calculation
60 sqm one-bedroom flat in normal condition. Minimum rent: 60 sqm × €3.7/sqm = €222 a month; maximum rent: 60 sqm × €5.5/sqm = €330 a month.
80 sqm two-bedroom flat in normal condition. Minimum rent: 80 sqm × €3.7/sqm = €296 a month; maximum rent: 80 sqm × €5.5/sqm = €440 a month.
100 sqm small villa in normal condition. Minimum rent: 100 sqm × €5.1/sqm = €510 a month; maximum rent: 100 sqm × €7.1/sqm = €710 a month.
Why invest in this part of Castellanza
The OMI data for the second half of 2025 highlights three main reasons to consider an investment in the outer Castegnate district of Castellanza:
A contained entry threshold: with sale prices for civil dwellings between €1,150/sqm and €1,350/sqm, the area makes it possible to buy a property with less initial capital than in other urban areas.
Constant rental demand: rents between €3.7/sqm/month and €5.5/sqm/month make homes here attractive to workers and students from out of town, assuring high occupancy of the property.
A diversified property offering: the presence of both apartments and detached villas (up to €1,750/sqm) offers options both for personal use and for buy-to-let investment strategies.