Dorsoduro

Dorsoduro · Venice

Essentials of Dorsoduro

The name of this district derives from the fact that it stood in an area that was not very swampy and therefore considered stable compared to the others.

It is connected to the San Marco district via the Accademia Bridge and is bordered by the Santa Croce and San Polo district on one side, with the Grand Canal on the other and finally with the Giudecca Canal on the Zattere side. Giudecca Island and the canal that passes between the latter and the district are also part of Dorsoduro.

Dorsoduro boasts a rich presence, second only to the San Marco district, of churches, palaces and museums.

Right in the center of the district we find Campo Santa Margherita, a space very popular with young university students and tourists, considered one of the liveliest places in the city. It is the ideal place if you want to make a stop and want to taste the "spritz", an alcoholic aperitif prepared with prosecco, aperol (bitter) and sparkling water. At night the Campo is one of the places most frequented by young people, who consider it a meeting place for Venetian nightlife.

A walk along the Fondamenta Zattere is highly recommended, which will allow you to enjoy a very suggestive panorama of the Giudecca Canal. In spring-summer it becomes one of the most popular places to stroll, thanks also to the rich presence of bars, ice cream parlors and restaurants along the Fondamenta.

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Understanding the Dorsoduro market

Buying a property is seen as a solid long-term investment, which is especially true if you choose the right place to invest your money.

Venice is the first city in Italy for real estate investments, characterized by a growing market thanks to an international clientele, which makes up 70% of sales, who choose it to guarantee an economic income, often deriving from a tourist rental.

Customers who choose to invest in Venice can have an income of up to 15% gross compared to the purchase price of the property.

In Dorsoduro the mid-range properties are currently at €/ sq.m 5.000 , while it rises to €/ sq.m 8.000 for the most prestigious homes.

Apartment

€6,500

Observed median price

1 m²

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Who buys?

Foreign buyers are mainly French citizens, followed by Germans, British and Americans. 15% of real estate transactions, on the other hand, are attributable to customers who reside in countries such as Holland, Belgium, the United States and Switzerland.

Buying basics

To purchase a property in Venice, international customers must contact a real estate professional to find out the conditions associated with this investment.

This professional must first collect the primary information of the buyer, his citizenship, his country of residence, his professional situation and his matrimonial regime and subsequently provide all necessary support for all stages of the sale.

Seasons

Low season

Nov 01 – Jan 31

November 01 January 31 - Although Venice can be visited all year round, the period from november to january is mainly rainy and the temperatures are colder. However, during these months Venice is less frequented by tourists, so it is an excellent opportunities to discover the city.

High season

Feb 15 – Oct 30

The Carnival period, full of parties and events throughout the spring and summer, Venice never goes out.

Peak season

May 01 – Jul 31

In this period of late spring and early summer, the influx of tourists is at the highest level.

Points of interest

Church of Santa Maria della Salute

Church of Santa Maria della Salute, an example of Venetian Baroque architecture which, being built in the Punta della Dogana area, can be seen both from the San Marco Basin and from the Grand Canal.

The Academy Museum

The Academy Museum which contains a collection of works by Tintoretto Tiziano, Bellini Giorgione, and others even less known but equally talented.

The Peggy Guggenheim Collection

The Peggy Guggenheim Collection is one of the most prestigious museums in the world based in Palazzo Venier dei Leoni on the Grand Canal, where the famous owner lived. The museum houses its personal collection along with other temporary collections and exhibitions. Inside the museum are some of the works of the most...

Ca’ Rezzonico

Ca’ Rezzonico, a prestigious Venetian palace overlooking the Grand Canal and home to the 18th century Venetian Museum.

Campo di Santa Margherita

Campo di Santa Margherita, the true heart of the sestiere and meeting place for the Venetians, and a walk along the Fondamenta Zattere.

Church of San Sebastiano

Church of San Sebastiano of Renaissance architectural style with decorations by Paolo Veronese.

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