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The term originated in the United Kingdom and is occasionally used for historic properties for sale. There, they are mostly rural properties in which particularly individual qualities such as history, cultural value, but also personality and emotion play a foreground role. This sets them apart from ordinary and often purely functional residential properties and gives them their uniqueness. Character properties emphasizes the special appeal of such properties and addresses prospective buyers who are looking for historic or architecturally interesting houses for sale.

Absolutely. While real estate jargon lacks standard definitions for many terms, character properties generally do not refer to properties that are recent. New buildings are exceptions if parts of them have a historical connection, for example by integrating historical structures. Otherwise, they are historic buildings that were constructed before 1945 and often predate the Modernist era, with the exception of Art Nouveau and Art Deco.

Character properties can undoubtedly also have luxurious features and be classified as luxury properties. This is especially true for large, fully restored castles or historic villas in prime locations, which are often marketed as luxury or prestige properties.

The main difference lies in a special value in terms of history, authenticity and emotional significance. In contrast, luxury real estate focuses on contemporary luxury and comfort. This may also involve modern apartments or new buildings.

Character properties may be in need of renovation or restoration, and they often become what they are today through the passion and dedication of their owners over many years. Preserving their historic charm combined with modern luxury can present an additional challenge when these are landmark buildings that may be subject to certain regulations and restrictions.

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Primarily, these are residential properties which, due to their characteristics, are often also used for tourist or commercial purposes. Even ruins can be described as character properties, especially if they represent cultural monuments or have a special historical value. As with other real estate, prices for these properties vary depending on a number of factors such as demand, location and condition.

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Castles and manor houses are certainly the best known examples of character properties. For those who do not see themselves as lords or ladies of castles and would rather live in harmony with contemporary lifestyle in smaller dimensions, there is a diverse selection of other properties, including exotic properties such as historic towers or converted church buildings. Find the overview below of the most common categories. More detailed information on each property type is available on the corresponding listing results pages.

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Medieval Castle for sale Périgueux, New Aquitaine,  France
Medieval Castle in Périgueux, Dordogne, NEW-ACQUITAINE
Medieval Castle for sale Périgueux, New Aquitaine, France
Medieval four-winged castle from the 16th century in Dordogne with 5 hectares of land. In a beautiful corner of Périgord Vert, this imposing castle was erected in the second half of the 16th century on medieval foundations. In 1653, the establishment was elevated to a Marquisate, signifying its paramount importance. With a square layout flanked by ...

Denniel Immobilier
Medieval Castle for sale 06053 Deruta, Umbria,  Italy
Outstanding castle near Perugia: Castello di Castelleone
Medieval Castle for sale 06053 Deruta, Umbria, Italy
The early medieval castle Castello di Castelleone is located on a hill in the municipality of Deruta near Perugia, in the Castelleone district. This property is a historical, artistic and architectural monument from the 12th, 16th, and 19th centuries, which is under special protection in the Umbria region. The complex covers a total area of 2,000 square...

Meani Real Estate
Medieval Castle for sale Třebotov, Středočeský kraj,  Czech Republic
Exceptional property near Prague: Fortress in Třebotov
Medieval Castle for sale Třebotov, Středočeský kraj, Czech Republic
Unique Historic Property Near Prague: Renaissance Fortress in Třebotov. This meticulously restored Renaissance fortress, featuring a four-winged structure with arcades and a picturesque inner courtyard, spans centuries of history, encompassing elements of Romanesque, Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque styles. Its origins trace back to the early Middle Age...
  • USD 4 699 080

Luxent s.r.o.
Medieval Castle for sale 06026 Pietralunga, Umbria,  Italy
Part of a former fortress in northern Umbria
Medieval Castle for sale 06026 Pietralunga, Umbria, Italy
The magnificent panoramic view of the Umbrian hills is there - with appropriate investment and creativity, something new can emerge from this ruin. Certainly, a lot of money still has to be spent here, but Umbria has no shortage of extraordinary examples where creative individuals from all over the world have created magnificent living spaces out o...

IPN Castello
Medieval Castle for sale 06059 Todi, Umbria,  Italy
Castle property in Umbria near Todi - dream location
Medieval Castle for sale 06059 Todi, Umbria, Italy
Exclusive and unique castle property in Umbria near Todi!: This small castle is located about 12 km from Todi and about 16 km from Orvieto, along one of the most beautiful roads in Italy, offering breathtaking views of the green landscapes and picturesque villages. The castle extends over an estate of about 20 hectares with farmland and about 8 hectare...

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Medieval Castle for sale Opaleniec, Masovian Voivodeship,  Poland
Unique historic property with church and small castle
Medieval Castle for sale Opaleniec, Masovian Voivodeship, Poland
Discover an extraordinary historic property in historic East Prussia not far from the city of Olsztyn, Poland! It is the central part of the former church village Opaleniec with the former name Flammberg, built with a listed, neogothic Evangelical-Augsburg church from 1878 and other - not listed - buildings, which refer to the Gothic architecture. The e...

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Medieval Castle for sale Umbria,  Italy
Dreamy Castle in Umbria - Secluded Forest Location
Medieval Castle for sale Umbria, Italy
Castle for sale in Umbria in an exclusive and secluded location. The origins of the castle date back to the late Middle Ages. Due to its former function as a shelter and lookout point, today it offers an incomparable panoramic view of the Umbrian forest and natural landscape. The castle was in a dilapidated state for decades. The descendants finall...

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Medieval Castle for sale Abruzzo,  Italy
Medieval castle in the Abruzzo region
Medieval Castle for sale Abruzzo, Italy
In the heart of the Abruzzo region - not far from Rome and Naples - this exceptional medieval castle ("castello") is for sale. The castle was built on the foundations of an old military fortress from the 13th century and changed feudal lordship several times over the centuries. One of the largest and most fascinating castles in central Italy, it has hos...

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Medieval Castle for sale Rajsko, Lower Silesian Voivodeship,  Poland
Castle on the rock in Lower Silesia
Medieval Castle for sale Rajsko, Lower Silesian Voivodeship, Poland
For sale is a small castle on a rock (until 1945 "Schloss Neidburg") in the Polish Lower Silesia Voivodeship. Rajsko Castle is a locally unique property in a solitary location on a steep granite hill between the lakes Złotnickie and Leśniański and on the right bank of the Kwisa River. Originally, a fortress stood here. In 1863, the art collector and Ita...

Nieruchomości Zabytkowe
Medieval Castle for sale 53881 Wißkirchen, North Rhine-Westphalia,  Germany
Castle for sale in North Rhine-Westphalia
Medieval Castle for sale 53881 Wißkirchen, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany
The nationally known medieval castle Veynau is looking for a new owner. To get you in the mood, here is a brief outline of the eventful life of this property: Around 1340, the complex, which was founded as a moated castle, was expanded into a strong fortress. A short time later it passed into Jülish possession and became part of the Jülish castle b...

Stephan Gürbig Immobilien
Medieval Castle for sale Karłowice, Opole Voivodeship,  Poland
Castle for sale in Poland: Karłowice
Medieval Castle for sale Karłowice, Opole Voivodeship, Poland
Gothic Castle: This Gothic castle was built in a bend of the Stobrawa River in the mid-14th century. It underwent multiple renovations and expansions in the 18th and 20th centuries. The castle is primarily made of brick and has a trapezoidal shape with an inner courtyard. Only the tower remains unplastered. The palace complex consists of various bu...

Agencja Nieruchomości Historycznych
Medieval Castle for sale 06060 Pian di Marte, Umbria,  Italy
Umbrian castle property with great views
Medieval Castle for sale 06060 Pian di Marte, Umbria, Italy
This majestic property Torre D'Annibale is located on a hill in a valley in Umbria, not far from Passignano sul Trasimeno and Lake Trasimeno. At its core, this is a medieval castle from the 11th century, consisting of a six-story tower and a two-story castle or residential building. The usable area is 565 m², the plot covers about 0.65 hectares. In...
  • USD 3 098 784

IPN Castello
Medieval Castle for sale Barciany, Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship,  Poland
Teutonic Knights’ Castle in Barciany, Northern Poland
Medieval Castle for sale Barciany, Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship, Poland
Special historic monument of European Standing: Medieval Teutonic Castle in the Masurian village of Barciany. The castle stands as an outstanding example of Teutonic Order military architecture and is one of the best-preserved Order castles, functioning as a seat of territorial authority and housing the knights who occupied it. Through exclusive co...

Decisive Worldwide Real Estate
Medieval Castle for sale Liège, Verviers, Theux, La Reid,  Belgium
Castle for sale in belgium: Château Neufays
Medieval Castle for sale Liège, Verviers, Theux, La Reid, Belgium
Fairytale-like beautiful... As the lord of the castle, you decide whether you want to use your Chateau Neufais, which was built in 1895 and is located on a 14,600m2 property with a distant view, for living, as a representative company headquarters, as a clinic, senior center or even as a hotel. Up to 1,000m2 of usable space is available on three ...

FALC Real Estate SL
Medieval Castle for sale Jihomoravský kraj,  Czech Republic
Medieval Castle in South East of Czechia
Medieval Castle for sale Jihomoravský kraj, Czech Republic
Partially renovated castle complex with 10 hectares of land near Brno - building permit for hotel available. The castle, which dates back to the 12th century, has 80 rooms and six large halls. These rooms are located in the main building, the granary and various outbuildings and farm buildings. Around 40% of the renovation work on the castle has be...

Historic Properties Czechia - PRAGA1
Medieval Castle for sale Międzylesie, Lower Silesian Voivodeship,  Poland
Zamek w Międzylesiu gm Międzylesie woj Dolnośląskie
Medieval Castle for sale Międzylesie, Lower Silesian Voivodeship, Poland
Pierwotny zamek wzniesiono około 1370 roku, a w latach późniejszych dobudowywano, zmieniano, powiększano, mieszano style( gotycki, renesansowy, barokowy), aż uzyskał ostateczną bryłę. Całość założenia składa się z dwóch części: Starszej - renesansowej, wielobocznej z wieżą zgrupowany wokół małego dziedzińca, Nowszej- z okresu baroku, dwuskrzydł...

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