Block judges Blaze and Palmer sell 1 Euro House renovation for €190,000 after
The Block judges listed a Sicilian home with 400-year-old foundations for €190,000 after buying it for one euro.
Shaynna Blaze and Darren Palmer listed their 1 Euro House in Castronovo di Sicilia, Sicily, for about €190,000 (roughly $300,000 AUD). The home had been abandoned for 40 years.
Its foundations are believed to be 400 years old. The couple bought it for just one euro under an Italian government scheme to restore the country's oldest towns.
They transformed the crumbling building into a family home. It has original stone walls, hand-made archways, original tiles, and a sun-filled terrace.
Blaze said the renovation was hard because of local rules and different building codes. It includes two bedrooms, parking, outdoor areas, and two living spaces.
- 1 euro
- Purchase price
- €190,000
- Listing price
- 40 years
- Years abandoned
- 400 years old
- Foundation age
Why it mattersShows the true cost of restoring heritage properties when factoring in all renovation work and compliance, and offers a glimpse of how European homes can compare in value to Australian real estate.
AustraliaAustralian audiences follow The Block judges, and the story highlights affordable European property compared to Australian prices, though buying and renovating abroad requires significant time and expertise.
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