Charming Roman Hideaway Near The Spanish Steps

In the heart of Rome’s historic centre, just a short walk from the Spanish Steps and Piazza Barberini, this character-filled one-bedroom apartment offers an exceptionally convenient pied-à-terre, professional city base or second home in one of the capital’s most desirable locations.

Located on Via Crispi in the historic Tridente area, the apartment occupies the third and top floor of a historic Roman building containing only three apartments in total. There is no elevator, and access is via three flights of stairs—a characteristic prospective buyers should consider from the outset and which has been taken into consideration in the asking price. For the right buyer, however, the small scale of the building offers a significant advantage: with only two other apartments, there is no formal condominium administration and there are currently no condominium fees, avoiding much of the cost and complexity often associated with larger condominium buildings in Italy. A strong additional feature is the apartment’s dual east-west exposure. Together with windows overlooking the building’s private internal courtyard, this allows for an abundance of natural light throughout the day—an uncommon advantage in the densely built historic centre of Rome.

Inside, the apartment combines traditional Roman character with selected updates rather than a complete modern renovation. Exposed wooden ceiling beams, parquet flooring and a fireplace give the living area warmth and personality, while newly installed independent heating and air conditioning provide year-round customized comfort.

The layout comprises an entry hall, a full bathroom, separate compact kitchen, a generous central hallway suitable for use as a dining area, a guest half bath, one bedroom with built-in wardrobe, and a living room with built-in shelving. The full bathroom includes a bathtub with shower and a separate bidet. Both bathrooms have windows that open, providing natural light and ventilation—an increasingly valuable feature in a historic-centre apartment. The apartment also has a small safe for valuables, as well as a new smart tv.

The kitchen is efficiently arranged and includes a small washing machine. A discreet pull-down stair ladder from the kitchen provides access to a partially finished attic with wooden flooring. Primarily useful as ancillary space, it provides excellent additional storage for luggage, seasonal clothing and other belongings, particularly practical for owners using the property as a second home or Rome base.

The apartment has been under the same ownership for roughly 30 years, providing valuable continuity in the property’s records and history. Documentation, plans and records relating to improvements carried out during nearly three decades of ownership have been well retained.

The location is where this apartment truly excels: **tutto sotto casa**. La Rinascente is conveniently located across the street, while multiple grocery stores, a pharmacy, cafés, bars and restaurants are all within the immediate surroundings. A taxi stand is just steps away, making transportation particularly convenient, while much of central Rome can simply be reached on foot or by bicycle.

This romantic bilocale is walking distance to the Spanish Steps, Piazza Barberini, Via Sistina, Via del Tritone, Trevi Fountain and the boutiques and restaurants of the historic centre. The property is particularly appealing to a university student, professional working in Rome, a buyer seeking a well-positioned city landing pad, or an individual or couple seeking an intimate, low-maintenance urban property who value walkability, independence and location over the space and amenities of a larger residential property.

With historic character, virtually every daily necessity at the doorstep, only two other apartments in the building and no condominium fees, the property offers an unusually independent and practical way to own a home in the very centre of Rome.

The property is offered in collaboration with local real estate agent Marco Valerio Scoponi - Coldwell Banker Immobiliare Santo Sorrentino, providing local assistance for viewings and throughout the transaction.

The apartment is offered furnished, providing the option of an immediately functional Rome residence from the day of acquisition. The current owner is, however, flexible regarding the furnishings included in the sale and is willing to remove individual pieces—or the furnishings in their entirety—according to the purchaser’s preferences prior to handover.

To further facilitate the transition, Kateri Wellness Design, which has an intimate knowledge of the property, will remain available to the new owner during the first year of ownership as a dedicated point of contact and coordinator. This may include assistance with sourcing furniture, furnishings and other elements to personalize or complete the apartment, forwarding information for appropriate local resources, and helping address questions that may arise regarding the property and its history under the previous ownership.

This continuity is intended to make the acquisition particularly straightforward for buyers establishing a new base in Rome, including international purchasers and those who may not yet have their own network of local contacts.

**More photos to follow soon.