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The somewhat different real estate search: Experience an incomparable range of historic homes on the one and only portal for European character properties. Connect with the history and atmosphere of your future home and learn more about the different expressions and varieties of this fascinating type of real estate.

The term originated in the United Kingdom and is occasionally used for historic properties for sale. There, they are mostly rural properties in which particularly individual qualities such as history, cultural value, but also personality and emotion play a foreground role. This sets them apart from ordinary and often purely functional residential properties and gives them their uniqueness. Character properties emphasizes the special appeal of such properties and addresses prospective buyers who are looking for historic or architecturally interesting houses for sale.

Absolutely. While real estate jargon lacks standard definitions for many terms, character properties generally do not refer to properties that are recent. New buildings are exceptions if parts of them have a historical connection, for example by integrating historical structures. Otherwise, they are historic buildings that were constructed before 1945 and often predate the Modernist era, with the exception of Art Nouveau and Art Deco.

Character properties can undoubtedly also have luxurious features and be classified as luxury properties. This is especially true for large, fully restored castles or historic villas in prime locations, which are often marketed as luxury or prestige properties.

The main difference lies in a special value in terms of history, authenticity and emotional significance. In contrast, luxury real estate focuses on contemporary luxury and comfort. This may also involve modern apartments or new buildings.

Character properties may be in need of renovation or restoration, and they often become what they are today through the passion and dedication of their owners over many years. Preserving their historic charm combined with modern luxury can present an additional challenge when these are landmark buildings that may be subject to certain regulations and restrictions.

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Primarily, these are residential properties which, due to their characteristics, are often also used for tourist or commercial purposes. Even ruins can be described as character properties, especially if they represent cultural monuments or have a special historical value. As with other real estate, prices for these properties vary depending on a number of factors such as demand, location and condition.

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Castles and manor houses are certainly the best known examples of character properties. For those who do not see themselves as lords or ladies of castles and would rather live in harmony with contemporary lifestyle in smaller dimensions, there is a diverse selection of other properties, including exotic properties such as historic towers or converted church buildings. Find the overview below of the most common categories. More detailed information on each property type is available on the corresponding listing results pages.

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Historic Villa for sale Gavardo, Lombardy,  Italy
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Villa Marchetti
Historic Villa for sale Gavardo, Lombardy, Italy
Prestigious 18th-century historical villa, a jewel of ancient architecture, renovated in 2003 with care to preserve its original charm and enriched with modern comforts. The property is spread over four levels - ground, first, second and attic floors - and is characterized by ample space and fine finishes. On the ground floor we find an elegant entrance...

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Manor House for sale Virķēni, Vidzeme,  Latvia
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Spectacular 504 years old manor estate complex in northern Latvia awaiting its renaissance!
Manor House for sale Virķēni, Vidzeme, Latvia
Spectacular 504 years old manor estate complex: in northern Latvia awaiting its renaissance!The estate has a fabulous 150-year-old park: with oak, ash, larch, white spruce, pine, birch, maple, lime and aspen trees. Whether you just want to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city or are looking for a place for a special occasion in your life, Vir...

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Historic property for sale 01906 Burkau, Saxony,  Germany
Historic inn between Dresden and Bautzen
Historic property for sale 01906 Burkau, Saxony, Germany
30 minutes by car east of Dresden, the historic courtyard of the former "Mittelgasthof" on a hill offers views of the West Lusatian Highlands and a residential location in a well-established village environment, on its own plot and at the center of a four-sided farmstead. For more information, visit: //denkmalwohnhof-burkau.de Originally a farm, since 1...

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Castle for sale A Coruña, Galicia,  Spain
Old Mansion with sea views in A Coruña: Pazo de Rioboo
Castle for sale A Coruña, Galicia, Spain
Pazo de Rioboo, also known as Casa Grande de Rioboo, is located in Cabañas (A Coruña) and is an architectural gem from the 17th century that has already undergone extensive restoration and is in excellent condition. This former manor house features 10 spacious bedrooms, multiple reception rooms, various interior staircases, generous utility spaces, a tr...

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Castle for sale Soria, Castile and León,  Spain
Palace for sale in Castilla y León, Northwest Spain
Castle for sale Soria, Castile and León, Spain
Stately residence ("Palacio") from the 15th century, a protected cultural landmark in the historic center of MEDINACELI, a medieval village that has preserved its original character over the centuries. The main building features 10 fully equipped suites with impeccably preserved antique furnishings, a restaurant-café with a modern kitchen, a second hist...

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Country House for sale Xove, Galicia,  Spain
Country house with two waterfalls in Xove
Country House for sale Xove, Galicia, Spain
This impressive country house is set on a plot of approximately 7,000 m² in a perfect location, away from the harshness of the sea and the winds. The property is traversed by the Guilán and do Cruceiro rivers and includes a 230 m² house located in Xove, Lugo. A unique feature of the property is the two waterfalls on the grounds. The magnificent stone ho...

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Manor House for sale Pontedeume, Galicia,  Spain
Old town mansion in Galicia - Fixer upper project
Manor House for sale Pontedeume, Galicia, Spain
Caserón "El Encanto" in Pontedeume: In Galicia, the term "Caserón" is often used to describe large, impressive buildings that once held a certain status but have lost it over time due to neglect and abandonment. This 1,200-square-meter property in Pontedeume, a town near Ferrol and A Coruña, is therefore a restoration project. However, the house still e...

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Castle for sale Popowo Stare, Greater Poland Voivodeship,  Poland
Baroque palace in Greater Poland - originally preserved ballroom
Castle for sale Popowo Stare, Greater Poland Voivodeship, Poland
Baroque Palace in Popowo Stare, built in 1775, with a parkland of 4.048 hectares, located in the Greater Poland Voivodeship, Wolsztyn County, Przemęt Municipality. The palace is only 5 km from the S5 expressway, 60 km from Poznań, 20 km from Leszno, and 120 km from Wrocław. Excellent connectivity to the German border. The country manor with an attic con...

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Country House for sale Almagro, Castile-La Mancha,  Spain
Country property in Spain with 7 ha of land
Country House for sale Almagro, Castile-La Mancha, Spain
Magnificent property of 7 hectares, with a beautiful 400m² home. It is located 2 minutes from Almagro (with all the services for daily life) and only 20 from Ciudad Real, 2 hours from the center of Madrid and the Atocha Station, and a little more from the airport. The entrance flanked by cypresses, the façade painted in a very attractive crimson color a...

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Castle for sale Dobrocin, Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship,  Poland
Old East prussian manor estate in Northern Poland
Castle for sale Dobrocin, Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship, Poland
The castle in Dobrocin ("Pałac w Dobrocinie") was most likely built by the Waldburg family around the turn of the 17th and 18th centuries. Main Building:: In the central part of the originally smaller manor house, original Baroque elements from this period are still visible today. In the 1840s, the building was expanded and remodeled in the Neo-Renaissa...

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Castle for sale Oria, Apulia,  Italy
Old noble palace with garden next to Oria Castle
Castle for sale Oria, Apulia, Italy
Historic Palazzo Overlooking the Swabian Castle of Oria: This exceptional property is located in the historic Jewish quarter in the heart of Oria. The terraced garden spans 1,700 square meters and offers breathtaking views of the town, the majestic Swabian Castle, and the adjacent park. The garden is lushly landscaped with ornamental plants, fruit trees...

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Historic Villa for sale Gera, Thuringia,  Germany
Exclusive luxury floor in historic villa above Gera
Historic Villa for sale Gera, Thuringia, Germany
Villa Brehme is enthroned in an exposed location above the town, on the edge of the town forest. Visible from many points in the city, it is one of the most magnificent buildings in Gera and bears witness to the expanding industrial aristocracy at the end of the 19th century in what was then the most important city in Thuringia.The current owners and re...

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Manor House for sale Bagnères-de-Luchon, Occitania,  France
Manor with mountain panorama, garden and chic outbuildings
Manor House for sale Bagnères-de-Luchon, Occitania, France
Located 15 minutes from Bagnères-de-Luchon, this 18th-century manor house property for sale offers 277 m² of living space. It includes eight bedrooms, two sitting rooms, a dining room, kitchen, study, laundry, three washrooms, a bathroom, walk-in wardrobe, six toilets, a conservatory, cellar, and two outbuildings: a renovated 44 m² detached pavilion and...

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Manor House for sale Tarbes, Occitania,  France
Manor estate near Tarbes
Manor House for sale Tarbes, Occitania, France
Thirty minutes north of Tarbes, we offer a historic estate known locally as a "Clos bigourdan," dating back to the 18th century. This beautifully renovated property features 340 m² of living space, five bedrooms, a terrace, and an ornamental pool set on a 4-hectare plot with stunning views of the Pyrenees mountains. A driveway leads to the estate, which...

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Castle for sale Górki Dąbskie, Kuyavian-Pomeranian Voivodeship,  Poland
Neogothic country manor between Poznań and Bydgoszcz
Castle for sale Górki Dąbskie, Kuyavian-Pomeranian Voivodeship, Poland
The manor in Górki Dąbskie, "Pałac w Górkach Dąbskich", was remodeled around 1870 at the request of the landowner Eustachy Rogaliński in the style of English Neo-Gothic. Further modifications were carried out in the early 1920s by the last owners before 1945. After nationalization, the palace mainly served as an office building for a state agricultural ...

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Medieval Castle for sale Occitania,  France
Impressive Castle in Southern French Region of Haute-Garonne
Medieval Castle for sale Occitania, France
In a splendid natural setting, on a rocky spur facing south towards the Pyrenees, this powerful fortress, built in the 12th century, became a sumptuous pleasure residence in the 16th century for the Bishop of Saint-Bertrand-de-Comminges, an aesthete and collector. In the 19th century, a magical botanical garden, including a century-old palm grove, forme...

Denniel Immobilier
Manor House for sale Occitania,  France
Country estate in nature setting in Southern France
Manor House for sale Occitania, France
Discover your little slice of paradise in southern France - just one hour from Toulouse! Set in a fantastic natural location with no neighbors, we present a historic residence ("Demeure") on a 14-hectare estate. The mansion offers two living rooms, a dining room, a kitchen, a library, six bedrooms, four bathrooms, and three shower rooms, as well as a be...

Abafim
Manor House for sale 18461 Grenzin, Mecklenburg-West Pomerania,  Germany
Between woods and meadows: Manor in secluded location
Manor House for sale 18461 Grenzin, Mecklenburg-West Pomerania, Germany
Looking for tranquility and solitude? Then you've come to the right place. The manor house is situated at the edge of a forest, at the end of an old chestnut tree avenue. Meadows extend on both sides, with the "Blinde Trebel" stream meandering through as a small brook. The formerly associated outbuildings no longer exist, and the small village of Grenzi...

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Historic Villa for sale Bagnères-de-Bigorre, Occitania,  France
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Period mansion at the foot of the Vallon du Salut
Historic Villa for sale Bagnères-de-Bigorre, Occitania, France
At the foot of the Vallon du Salut, in an elevated position, we present a stylish, historic villa. The living space totals 211 m² and includes a spacious living/dining room, a fitted kitchen, five bedrooms, two bathrooms, a WC, a games room, a laundry room, a study, a storage cellar, and a garage. Surrounded by a 2,200 m² enclosed garden with a fountain...

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Manor House for sale Oria, Apulia,  Italy
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Apulian country house near Oria
Manor House for sale Oria, Apulia, Italy
Apulian country house with characteristic red facade in the tranquil surroundings of Oria. This historic residence combines charming details with modern design to create a harmonious home. With a usable area of 182 square meters, this fully renovated country villa features a spacious entrance hall, a living room with a large fireplace, and a stylish dec...

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