Apartment for sale in Florence

Apartment for sale in Florence, San Iacopino area. 135 sqm fully renovated home with 4 double bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, private courtyard, and storage cellar. Ideal primary residence or high-yield rental investment. General Description Located on Via Benedetto Marcello in the dynamic San Iacopino neighborhood of Florence, we offer for sale an elegant and spacious 135 sqm commercial apartment. Positioned on the raised ground floor of an authentic Florentine building that has recently undergone full restoration of its roof and facades, the residence offers modern finishes, bright living spaces, and a functional layout. The property is enhanced by a private rear courtyard and private annexes that add significant comfort to city living. Interior Description The 5-room floor plan is designed to optimize internal space and daily practicality. The welcoming entrance leads to a living area featuring an eat-in kitchen integrated with a dining and lounge space filled with natural light. The living room grants direct access to a private internal courtyard. The sleeping quarters comprise four large double bedrooms tastefully furnished in a modern style, served by three full bathrooms fitted with walk-in showers. The apartment is fully equipped with independent air-conditioning heat pumps throughout all main rooms. Exterior Description The private outdoor features provide remarkable added value within the Florentine urban context. The rear courtyard provides a private outdoor area for relaxation. The property also includes a 6 sqm ground-floor outdoor storage room as well as a 10 sqm private storage cellar located on the basement level, ideal for housing bicycles and domestic items. Main Features: Habitable surface: 135 sqm commercial area Courtyard and outdoor storage: Rear courtyard plus 6 sqm ground-floor storage room Cellar: 10 sqm basement storage room Total rooms: 5 Bedrooms: 4 double bedrooms Bathrooms: 3 full bathrooms Floor: Raised ground floor (without elevator) Condition: Fully renovated / Excellent Furnishing: Completely furnished Energy Class: Class G Utilities The property features updated technological installations adhering to safety standards. The independent climate control system with heat pump technology ensures heating and cooling year-round. High-efficiency thermal windows provide acoustic insulation and indoor tranquility. The Energy Performance Certificate registers Class G. Potential Uses With four true double bedrooms and three full bathrooms, this apartment offers exceptional versatility. It represents a prime primary residence for large families seeking central city living. Furthermore, its location near Santa Maria Novella train station, the Novoli University Campus, and Florence's historic center makes it an exceptional high-yield investment for short-term holiday rentals or long-term leases for professionals and university students. Local Real Estate Market In the municipality of Florence, specifically within the Porta al Prato - San Iacopino - Fortezza neighborhood, the residential market remains stable and active, with average transaction values ranging between €3,600/sqm and €4,400/sqm. In residential streets surrounding Piazza San Iacopino and Via Benedetto Marcello, average resale prices settle around €3,800/sqm to €4,200/sqm. For large-scale apartments that have been fully renovated with high-end materials, featuring multiple bathrooms and private outdoor courtyards, market values command prices between €4,300/sqm and €5,100/sqm, supported by strong demand from domestic buyers and international investors. Tourist and Historical Information San Iacopino is one of Florence's historic neighborhoods, situated near the 14th-century city walls and Porta al Prato. The area derives its name from the former church of San Jacopo in Polverosa, originally set in countryside and transformed during the 20th century into an urban neighborhood connected to the city center. A short walk leads to the Fortezza da Basso, a Renaissance military fortress designed by Antonio da Sangallo the Younger for the Medici family, which serves as Florence's primary exhibition and convention center. The district borders the Parco delle Cascine, Florence's largest public park along the Arno river, and the Teatro del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino, world-famous for opera and performing arts. From Via Benedetto Marcello, the UNESCO World Heritage historic center of Florence is easily accessible, featuring landmarks such as the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Piazza della Signoria, the Uffizi Gallery, and Ponte Vecchio. Distances: Florence Santa Maria Novella Train Station: 1.2 km Fortezza da Basso Exhibition Center: 1 km Parco delle Cascine: 1 km Teatro del Maggio Musicale Fiorentino: 900 m Piazza del Duomo & Historic Center: 2 km Novoli University Campus: 2 km Piazza della Signoria & Uffizi Gallery: 2.5 km Florence International Airport (Peretola): 5 km Careggi University Hospital: 3.5 km A1 / A11 Highway Exit Florence North: 5 km