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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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Town House for sale Oria, Apulia,  Italy
Discovery in Oria: Bargain in the Jewish quarter
Town House for sale Oria, Apulia, Italy
Hidden treasures of the past can still be found in Italy's backstreets. In the historic center of Oria in Apulia, we offer you just such a discovery at a very small price. Nestled within the winding, thick walls of the old Jewish quarter, you can create a cozy vacation home with historic charm here. With a compact and optimal size of 60 square meters, t...

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Town House for sale 3800 Sint-Truiden, Flanders,  Belgium
Historic building on a spacious plot with commercial possibilities
Town House for sale 3800 Sint-Truiden, Flanders, Belgium
Have you always dreamed of running a business or living in peace and quiet in a historic, heritage-listed building? This unique historic building, located in an idyllic village near Sint-Truiden, offers unlimited possibilities and can be yours. This building dates from 1656 and already served as an inn for travelers on their trip from Sint-Truiden to Li...

Engel & Völkers Noord-Limburg
Town House for sale Radom, Masovian Voivodeship,  Poland
Historic townhouse with annexes - Downtown Radom
Town House for sale Radom, Masovian Voivodeship, Poland
Attractive property investment in Central Poland!: For sale is a building ensemble located in the center of Radom, in close proximity to Kościuszko Park: The historic tenement building with two annexes is situated on a plot of 1,275 m² and has a total gross floor area of 1,391.84 m², allowing for up to 33 residential units. The building has undergone pa...

RE/MAX City Warszawa
Town House for sale Oria, Apulia,  Italy
Ancient Town House for Sale in Oria
Town House for sale Oria, Apulia, Italy
Located just outside the historic centre of Oria, this ancient town house spans two levels - ground floor and first floor - plus a basement and a panoramic roof terrace. Property Overview:: Situated at the corner of two streets, this property comprises two independent units, each with its own entrance, but currently connected internally, offering flexib...

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Town House for sale 53945 Blankenheim, North Rhine-Westphalia,  Germany
Historic town house in Blankenheim
Town House for sale 53945 Blankenheim, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
Welcome to the historic House Am Hirtenturm, a former fief house of the Counts of Manderscheid-Blankenheim. This impressive building was constructed in the 17th century in a representative, massive stone construction style, likely serving as a town hall and/or parsonage next to the church. Over the years, it has been used in various ways, including as a...

Eifelhaus Immobilien GbR
Town House for sale Oria, Apulia,  Italy
Rare post-war palace in Oria
Town House for sale Oria, Apulia, Italy
This particular property is a young palace in the medieval town of Oria. The building was constructed in the post-war period in the early 1950s, making it a rare example of an upscale property of the time, incorporating typical elements of bygone eras, including high rooms, vaulted ceilings and contemporary decorations. The complex in Via Tripoli consis...
  • USD 690 105

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Town House for sale Squinzano, Apulia,  Italy
Historic town house with private courtyard in Squinzano
Town House for sale Squinzano, Apulia, Italy
Charming property with a private courtyard in the historic heart of Squinzano. : These houses are characteristic of Mediterranean architecture in Southern Italy and are particularly valued for their historical charm. The living spaces are often arranged around a private courtyard, serving as the focal point of domestic and social life. Traditionally, t...

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Town House for sale Lazio,  Italy
Antique town house in the province of Rieti
Town House for sale Lazio, Italy
Period house for sale in the province of Rieti. Only 9.5 km from Rieti lies this delightful village, Contigliano stands 488 meters above sea level and has nearly 4,000 inhabitants spread between the town and the hamlets (San Filippo, Collebaccaro, Terria, Montisola, Madonna del Piano, Cerquetello). It is certainly to all intents and purposes a village o...

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Town House for sale 06019 Umbertide, Umbria,  Italy
Palazzo / Historic Townhouse in Umbertide
Town House for sale 06019 Umbertide, Umbria, Italy
A 390 sqm townhouse dating back to 1300 in the heart of the historical town of Umbertide. The palace consists of three floors plus a ground floor with a wide entrance and a majestic ancient doorway and barrel vaults through the basement, which is significant: it has access to the old dungeons of Umbertide. Also on the ground floor is a small cellar and ...

IPN Castello
Town House for sale Cassano delle Murge, Apulia,  Italy
Ancient palace in the heart of the Puglia
Town House for sale Cassano delle Murge, Apulia, Italy
Looking for a unique opportunity to invest in the heart of Cassano delle Murge? We have the perfect solution for you! We offer an old building located in the very central Piazza Aldo Moro, at the foot of the Murge, with a breathtaking view of the old town. The property is spread over an area of over 700sqm commercial, with a finely renovated right part ...

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Town House for sale Gallipoli, Apulia,  Italy
Stylish period townhouse in Gallipoli on Salento
Town House for sale Gallipoli, Apulia, Italy
Characterful townhouse with sea view in the historic center of Gallipoli on the Salento (Apennine Peninsula). Location in the old townThe typical Salento house is located in the center of the historic old town of Gallipoli, a few steps from the Gallipoli Cathedral, one of the landmarks of the port city. From the various terraces and some rooms ther...

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