Italian village offers $1 homes to Americans bent out of shape after Trumps landslide re-election win
An Italian village is offering villas for $1 to Americans who were sent into a tailspin and looking to flee the country after Donald Trump’s decisive 2024 presidential election win.The village of Ollolai, located in central Sardinia, is offering real estate for as little as $1.06 in a pitch to woo Americans who fancy the ex-pat lifestyle in the wake of the Nov.
5 election results, according to a new statement from Commune di Ollolai.“Are you worned [sic] out by global politics?” a website for the town wrote in a new advert.“Looking to embrace a more balanced lifestyle while securing new opportunities? It’s time to start building your European escape in the stunning paradise of Sardinia.”The promotion boasts of the beautiful climate, incredible food, and ancient traditions that offer a healthier and fuller life.
The mayor of the town of Ollolai says that Americans are their target buyer.“We just really want, and will focus on, Americans above all,” Mayor Francesco Columbu told CNN.“We can’t of course ban people from other countries to apply, but Americans will have a fast-track procedure.
We are betting on them to help us revive the village, they are our winning card.”Ollolai was recently flooded with over 38,000 requests for information on houses, most of which came from the US, CNN reported. The mayor has even formed a specialized team to help guide international buyers through every step of the purchase process, according to the outlet.Ollolai resides in the heart of Sardinia’s Nuoro Province.That area is world renowned for being one of five places in the world considered a “blue zone.”“Blue zones” are locations around the world where people notably have higher than average life expectancies.Nuoro Province in Sardinia, boasts an average life expectancy of 79 years old for men and 85 years old for women, according to the National Health Institute.
The Mediterranean island also has nearly ten times more centenarians than average....