Regions / Maremma
Maremma — Properties Between Coast and Countryside
Average price: € 1.600/m²
Real Estate Market Maremma
The Maremma is the province of Grosseto, set between the Tyrrhenian Sea and the hills of Monte Amiata. It is the least densely populated province in Tuscany. The market has two faces: the coast (Monte Argentario, Castiglione della Pescaia, Punta Ala) with prices at Chianti level or above, and the hinterland (Scansano, Pitigliano, Saturnia) with the lowest entry prices in Tuscany. The price gap between coast and inland runs at a factor of 3 to 4. Buyers here typically find a better ratio of land and space to price than in other Tuscan regions.
Lifestyle & Living
Mornings at the beach, afternoons in the hills. Morellino di Scansano (DOCG), the thermal baths of Saturnia, and an intact Butteri tradition (Maremma cowboys) give the region its own character.
Market Data & Prices
At an average of 1,600 EUR/m², the Maremma offers the greatest value among Tuscany's sought-after regions (source: Agenzia delle Entrate, 2025). On Argentario, prices reach 3,350 to 5,750 EUR/m², in Castiglione 3,765 to 4,720. Inland: Scansano around 1,570 EUR/m², Pitigliano 1,165 to 1,300. Inland villages such as Scansano and Pitigliano are among the most negotiable, lower-priced spots — a favourable entry point for patient buyers.
Highlights
- Tyrrhenian Sea
- Thermal springs Saturnia
- Parco Regionale della Maremma
- Greatest value among Tuscany's sought-after regions
- Highest agriturismo density in Tuscany
Average Price
€ 1.600/m²
Source: Agenzia delle Entrate / Nomisma, 2025
What types of property are available in Maremma?
The Maremma has the highest agriturismo density in Tuscany. Inland, Casali and Poderi with olive groves dominate. Along the coast, villas command premium prices. Wineries with Morellino di Scansano DOCG are a separate category: less well known than Chianti Classico, with correspondingly lower entry prices.
| Type | Typical Size | Price Range | EUR/m² |
|---|---|---|---|
| Casale (renoviert, Inland) | 300–600 m² | 600k–2 Mio. € | 1.500–3.500 |
| Casale (unrenoviert, Inland) | 300–800 m² | 200k–700k € | 600–1.200 |
| Villa (Küste, Argentario) | 300–650 m² | 3–7 Mio. € | 5.750–18.000 |
| Tenuta / Agriturismo | 500–1.200 m², 5–150 ha | 1,2–28 Mio. € | Mischkalkulation |
| Weingut (Morellino DOCG) | Keller + 11–17 ha Weinberg | 2–5 Mio. € | Mischkalkulation |
| Podere (Inland) | 150–300 m² | 300k–800k € | 1.200–2.500 |
Sources: Agenzia delle Entrate (OMI), Nomisma, 2025. Prices vary by condition, location and micro-location.
How do I reach Maremma?
The Maremma sits further south than other Tuscan regions. Rome Fiumicino airport (FCO): roughly 2.5 hours, with the most international connections. Florence (FLR): roughly 3 hours. Pisa (PSA): 3 to 3.5 hours (relevant only for the northern Maremma). The A1 motorway is reachable via Grosseto or Chiusi. Grosseto railway station has services to Rome (2.5 hours) and Florence (2 hours). Flights connect across Europe, including London, Paris, Munich and Zurich. A car is essential; the region is best experienced by driving.
What is daily life like in Maremma?
Grosseto has all supermarkets (Coop, Conad, Esselunga), hardware stores, and specialist shops. Castiglione della Pescaia and Orbetello offer solid year-round provision. Hinterland villages are quieter for daily provisions: Scansano has a grocery shop, Pitigliano a minimarket; Grosseto (45–60 min) covers all needs. The Thursday market in Grosseto covers the essentials. Maremma cooking is earthy: wild boar, Acquacotta (bread soup), Tortelli Maremmani. A simple restaurant costs 25 to 45 euros per person, fine dining 50 to 80 euros. The coast has a lively fish restaurant scene, especially in Porto Santo Stefano and Castiglione. The coastal market is strongly seasonal: active June to September, many restaurants close in winter.
Schools and healthcare in Maremma
International schools are located in Florence or Rome. Grosseto has state schools at all levels. The hospital in Grosseto (Ospedale della Misericordia) is the central facility for the entire Maremma. On-call doctors are available in every municipality. From Argentario it is roughly 50 min. to the Ospedale della Misericordia in Grosseto, from Pitigliano roughly 75 min.
Climate and weather in Maremma
Summer: 30 to 36 degrees on the coast, up to 38 inland. The heat in the hinterland is drier and more intense; sea breezes moderate the coast. Winter: 5 to 10 degrees, milder than Chianti. The heating season is shorter (December to March). A Casale at energy class F or G costs 4,000 to 7,000 euros per year to heat, class A or B: 1,200 to 2,500 euros.
Tuscany at a Glance
| Region | Price/m² | Character | Airport | Sea | Hospital |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chianti | €2,800 | Vineyards, villages | FLR 30–50 min | 1.5–2 hrs | 25–50 min |
| Val d'Orcia | €2,500 | UNESCO, thermal springs | FLR 1.5 hrs | 1.5 hrs | 15–35 min |
| Maremma | €1,600 | Sea, nature | FCO 2.5 hrs | 0–40 min | 25–75 min |
| Florence | €4,200 | City, culture | FLR 15–20 min | 1.5 hrs | 15–20 min |
| Lucca | €2,100 | City walls, villas | PSA 30 min | 30 min | 10–25 min |
Sources: Nomisma Osservatorio Immobiliare, Agenzia delle Entrate (OMI), 2025. Prices are averages and vary depending on condition and location.
Available Properties
Properties in Maremma
Frequently Asked Questions about Maremma
What does property cost in the Maremma?
The range spans from 1,165 EUR/m² (Pitigliano, hinterland) to 18,000 EUR/m² at peak locations on Argentario. A Podere inland starts at around 300,000 euros, a villa on Argentario at 3 million.
Is the Maremma cheaper than Chianti?
In the hinterland, yes, by a factor of 2 to 3. On the coast, prices match or exceed Chianti levels. The price advantage is an inland story.
Are Scansano and Pitigliano good value?
Scansano and Pitigliano are among the most negotiable, lower-priced spots in the Maremma hinterland. Patient buyers willing to negotiate find some of the most accessible entry points in all of Tuscany.
Is an agriturismo a good investment?
The Maremma has the highest agriturismo density in Tuscany. Entry prices for suitable properties (estate, 5 to 10 ha) range from 800,000 to 2 million euros. Permits and renovation take 18 to 36 months.
How seasonal is the coastal market?
Very. The coastal municipalities are active from June to September. Viewings and negotiations in autumn and winter yield better terms.
How far is the Maremma from the sea?
Coastal towns (Castiglione della Pescaia, Orbetello, Porto Ercole) sit directly on the sea. The hinterland is 20 to 40 minutes from the coast.
What is Morellino di Scansano DOCG?
A red wine appellation based on Sangiovese. Vineyard land costs a fraction of Chianti Classico. Wineries with 11 to 17 ha of vineyard run 2 to 5 million euros.
Is the Maremma suitable for holiday letting?
Yes, particularly near the coast. The season runs May to October, occupancy rates reach 70 to 85%. Agriturismo licences are comparatively easy to obtain in the Maremma.
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