Introduction
The Panoramic Hillside Residential area of Cardano and Valfresca, in the outer belt of the municipality of Como, stands out for its unique landscape setting, surrounded by greenery and marked by notable calm. This location is particularly sought after by families, professionals and buyers wishing to combine closeness to the city’s urban services with a high quality of life and breathtaking views over the Como area.
To give a precise, transparent and up-to-date picture of the local property market, we refer to the official data provided by the Italian Revenue Agency (OMI database) for the second half of 2025.
Buying: prices per square metre
Buying a property in the hillside area of Cardano and Valfresca is a solid investment opportunity. The official OMI surveys indicate the following market values per square metre for properties in normal condition:
| Type | Sale €/sqm |
|---|---|
| VillasNormal condition | 2,050 – 3,000 |
| Upmarket dwellingsNormal condition | 1,800 – 2,650 |
| Civil dwellingsNormal condition | 1,650 – 2,400 |
| Economy dwellingsNormal condition | 1,100 – 1,600 |
| GaragesNormal condition | 1,000 – 1,500 |
Renting: monthly rents
The rental sector in the hillside residential area of Como records constant interest from those seeking quality homes in a calm, panoramic setting.
Below is the summary table of monthly rents per square metre for normal condition:
| Type | Rent €/sqm month |
|---|---|
| VillasNormal condition | 7.7 – 10 |
| Civil dwellingsNormal condition | 6.5 – 7.7 |
| Economy dwellingsNormal condition | 4.5 – 6.7 |
A practical example of rent calculation
To understand concretely the monthly cost of renting a civil dwelling in normal condition:
For a 60 sqm apartment in normal condition, the estimated monthly rent ranges from a minimum of €390 (60 sqm × €6.5/sqm) to a maximum of €462 (60 sqm × €7.7/sqm).
For an 80 sqm apartment in normal condition, the monthly figure goes from €520 (80 sqm × €6.5/sqm) to €616 (80 sqm × €7.7/sqm).
For a 120 sqm detached house, the estimated monthly rent varies from €924 (120 sqm × €7.7/sqm) to €1,200 (120 sqm × €10.0/sqm).
Why invest in Cardano and Valfresca
On the basis of the data from the OMI database of the Italian Revenue Agency (second half of 2025), here are 3 main reasons to buy or rent in this part of Como:
Excellent value for money: with purchase values for civil dwellings starting from €1,650/sqm, the area offers affordability combined with the exclusivity of a hillside, panoramic setting.
Stable rental returns: rents between €6.5/sqm/month and €7.7/sqm/month for civil dwellings assure steady, secure cash flow for property investors.
A wide variety of housing types and ancillary units: from detached villas (up to €3,000/sqm) to economy homes, together with the availability of garages (from €1,000/sqm to €1,500/sqm), the area meets a range of housing and financial needs.