Introduction to the Outer Hillside area of Camerlata - Albate
The Outer Hillside area of Camerlata - Albate is one of the most strategic and fast-growing residential sectors of the municipality of Como. Marked by a privileged position that combines the calm of hillside areas with essential services, this area takes in the districts of Camerlata and Albate, two key hubs of the inner outskirts of Como.
Among the area’s main strengths are its excellent infrastructure links: Como Camerlata railway station, quick access to the A9 motorway (Lainate-Como-Chiasso) and frequent public transport routes make it an ideal destination for workers, families and cross-border commuters towards Switzerland. The area also offers a wealth of schools, shopping centres, healthcare services and pleasant residential green spaces.
For anyone intending to buy or rent a property in this district, referring to official, transparent estimates is essential. The values reported in this guide come directly from the OMI database of the Italian Revenue Agency and refer to the second half of 2025.
Buying: values per square metre
The sales market in the Outer Hillside area of Camerlata - Albate shows extremely competitive purchase prices compared with the Convalle and the town centre, offering an excellent opportunity to enter the Como property market.
The official values per square metre published by the Italian Revenue Agency for the various housing types and ancillary units are as follows:
| Type | Sale €/sqm |
|---|---|
| Civil dwellingsExcellent condition | 1,900 – 2,400 |
| Civil dwellingsNormal condition | 1,450 – 1,850 |
| VillasNormal condition | 1,500 – 2,000 |
| Economy dwellingsNormal condition | 1,000 – 1,300 |
| GaragesNormal condition | 850 – 1,250 |
As the data shows, civil dwellings in excellent condition or recently renovated record an average value some 30% higher than normal condition, confirming the greater value buyers attribute to energy efficiency and modern finishes.
Monthly rents
Demand for rental apartments in the Camerlata and Albate area remains constant and particularly lively throughout the year. The combination of contained purchase prices and direct connections with central Como and Switzerland attracts a wide pool of tenants.
Below are the monthly rents per square metre set by the OMI database:
| Type | Rent €/sqm month |
|---|---|
| Civil dwellingsNormal condition | 7.5 – 10 |
| VillasNormal condition | 7.5 – 10 |
| Economy dwellingsNormal condition | 5 – 7 |
| GaragesNormal condition | 3.3 – 4.4 |
Note: for civil dwellings in excellent condition the official rental values are not stated for the half-year of reference; rents generally sit in the upper band or slightly above the values for normal condition.
A practical example of rent calculation
To understand clearly how much it might cost to rent a home or a garage in this area, here are some practical examples based on the official data:
80 sqm civil apartment (Normal condition). Estimated minimum rent: 80 sqm × €7.50/sqm = €600.00 a month; estimated maximum rent: 80 sqm × €10.00/sqm = €800.00 a month.
60 sqm civil apartment (Normal condition). Estimated minimum rent: 60 sqm × €7.50/sqm = €450.00 a month; estimated maximum rent: 60 sqm × €10.00/sqm = €600.00 a month.
15 sqm garage (Normal condition). Estimated minimum rent: 15 sqm × €3.30/sqm = €49.50 a month; estimated maximum rent: 15 sqm × €4.40/sqm = €66.00 a month.
Why invest in the Outer Hillside area of Camerlata - Albate
On the basis of the official OMI data of the Italian Revenue Agency for 2025, three key reasons emerge that make buying or investing in this area highly worthwhile:
Affordability of the entry capital: with sale values starting from €1,000/sqm for economy homes and €1,450/sqm for civil dwellings, the area makes it possible to buy properties at prices significantly lower than the historic centre of Como, offering an excellent entry threshold both for first homes and for investment.
A strategic infrastructure hub: Como Camerlata railway junction and the immediate proximity of the A9 motorway ensure fast connections with Milan, the town centre and Switzerland, assuring consistently sustained housing demand and minimising vacancy risk.
Attractive, stable rental returns: rents for civil dwellings reach €10.00/sqm/month, guaranteeing a particularly profitable gross annual return in relation to the capital invested in the purchase.