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Key takeaways from Italia GRI 2025 on the country’s real estate transformation, from student housing to retail regeneration
July 31, 2025Real Estate
Written by Rory Hickman
From hospitality and logistics to student housing and mixed-use developments, discussions at Italia GRI 2025 revealed that the Italian real estate landscape is evolving rapidly, presenting tough challenges as well as remarkable opportunities.
In our new report - Unlocking Italian Real Estate: Asset Class Outlook H2 2025 - we dive into the most significant trends and shifts that are reshaping Italy’s property market.
With detailed insights from top investors, developers, and operators, the report outlines how each sector is navigating current economic challenges and capitalising on Italy's unique potential.
Italy’s fragmented hotel sector is at a turning point, with operators leading the charge for consolidation and modernisation. Discover how the shift in secondary cities and emerging hybrid models is transforming the market, especially in the wake of pandemic-driven changes.
Student Housing
Italy's Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) sector is on the rise, driven by an undersupplied market and growing international student demand. Explore the challenges around regulatory hurdles and the opportunities in expanding locations as new projects are being mapped out.
Living Deals & Logistics
While the residential sector remains capital-heavy, logistics is emerging as a stronghold for steady investment in Italy. Find out how Italy's evolving markets, positioned within Europe's broader landscape, are attracting growing capital despite macroeconomic challenges.
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Mixed-Use Deals & Retail Resurgence
Italy’s urban regeneration efforts are gaining momentum, with retail finding new purpose in mixed-use developments. Learn about the role of retail in metropolitan infrastructure and its newfound adaptability in driving economic and social engagement across regions.
Transaction Complexity & Regulatory Hurdles
Investment in Italian real estate is increasingly reliant on understanding regulatory nuances. Discover how the fragmented planning system, especially in cities such as Milan and Rome, is both a challenge and an opportunity for adaptive reuse and innovative development models.
Unlock these exclusive insights from the premier gathering in Italian real estate and gain a clear view of how Italy’s real estate sectors are positioning themselves for the next phase of growth. The path forward is complex, but with the right strategies and understanding of local dynamics, the potential for profitable investments is substantial.
Dive into the full report and stay ahead in the evolving Italian market:
From hospitality and logistics to student housing and mixed-use developments, discussions at Italia GRI 2025 revealed that the Italian real estate landscape is evolving rapidly, presenting tough challenges as well as remarkable opportunities.
In our new report - Unlocking Italian Real Estate: Asset Class Outlook H2 2025 - we dive into the most significant trends and shifts that are reshaping Italy’s property market.
(GRI Institute)
With detailed insights from top investors, developers, and operators, the report outlines how each sector is navigating current economic challenges and capitalising on Italy's unique potential.
What’s inside the report?
Hospitality Investment & DevelopmentItaly’s fragmented hotel sector is at a turning point, with operators leading the charge for consolidation and modernisation. Discover how the shift in secondary cities and emerging hybrid models is transforming the market, especially in the wake of pandemic-driven changes.
Student Housing
Italy's Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) sector is on the rise, driven by an undersupplied market and growing international student demand. Explore the challenges around regulatory hurdles and the opportunities in expanding locations as new projects are being mapped out.
Living Deals & Logistics
While the residential sector remains capital-heavy, logistics is emerging as a stronghold for steady investment in Italy. Find out how Italy's evolving markets, positioned within Europe's broader landscape, are attracting growing capital despite macroeconomic challenges.
(GRI Institute)Mixed-Use Deals & Retail Resurgence
Italy’s urban regeneration efforts are gaining momentum, with retail finding new purpose in mixed-use developments. Learn about the role of retail in metropolitan infrastructure and its newfound adaptability in driving economic and social engagement across regions.
Transaction Complexity & Regulatory Hurdles
Investment in Italian real estate is increasingly reliant on understanding regulatory nuances. Discover how the fragmented planning system, especially in cities such as Milan and Rome, is both a challenge and an opportunity for adaptive reuse and innovative development models.
Unlock these exclusive insights from the premier gathering in Italian real estate and gain a clear view of how Italy’s real estate sectors are positioning themselves for the next phase of growth. The path forward is complex, but with the right strategies and understanding of local dynamics, the potential for profitable investments is substantial.
Dive into the full report and stay ahead in the evolving Italian market: