Apartment for sale
Atessa, Chieti, Abruzzo, Italy
Full Description
Historic Apartment in the Heart of Town
Property Type: Top Floor Apartment
Size: 130 sqm (approx. 1,400 sq ft)
Potential Bedrooms: 3
Potential Bathrooms: 2
The property benefits from a new roof and high ceilings.
Situated in the very heart of Atessa’s historic center, this 135 sqm apartment is located inside a beautifully preserved listed building dating back to 1875. The property sits directly on the town’s oldest square, surrounded by the lively rhythm of everyday Italian life — cafés, small boutiques, restaurants, shops, and the local market are all just outside your door.
The apartment forms part of the elegant Palazzo Spaventa, a protected brick building, meaning the exterior façade must remain unchanged, preserving its historic character. Entry is through a grand staircase with its original stone flooring, leading up to the third floor and the apartment’s private entrance. There are currently two entrance doors, offering flexibility.
Inside, the layout is largely open-plan, giving future owners plenty of freedom to design the space as they wish. Partition walls can be added if desired. Existing side windows can be reopened and extended, and there is potential to install three skylights in the roof to increase natural light. One internal wall is load-bearing, and two sewage columns have already been installed.
Ceiling heights are impressive, ranging from 3.60 metres to 4.60 metres, creating a wonderful sense of space. The property requires completion of the electrical and plumbing systems.
Location Highlights
Around 25 km to the beach
Under 1 hour to the ski slopes
Approximately 1 hour to Pescara Airport
About 3 hours to Rome
Less than 30 minutes to the train station
Nearby UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Historic Centre of Naples – 136 km
Royal Palace of Caserta – 111 km
Archaeological Areas of Pompeii, Herculaneum and Torre Annunziata – 147 km
Villa Adriana – 139 km
This property offers an exciting opportunity to create a bespoke home within a historic Italian setting, combining character, generous proportions, and a central location.
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