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ENCC sells Rome complex for student‑housing conversion
12 October 2026 | Asset acquisition | Italy | TBC | Re‑development
The purchase creates an opportunity to develop new student accommodation through the reuse of a vacant complex near two public‑transport connections.
Key details
Asset type | Re‑development |
Location | Rome, Italy |
Capacity | Undisclosed |
Buyer | Undisclosed |
Seller | Ente Nazionale per la Cellulosa e per la Carta (ENCC) |
Adviser | CBRE |
Value | Undisclosed |
Source: Financecommunity.it
The vacant property in the Furio Camillo district comprises approximately 10,700 sq m of buildings and 2,500 sq m of external areas. CBRE advised ENCC on the sale. The former administrative and operational premises will be redeveloped into a university residence, benefiting from proximity to the Furio Camillo metro station and Roma Tuscolana railway station.
Strategic context
The acquisition marks a shift in the property's use from administrative and operational premises to student accommodation. With its substantial floor area and proximity to public transport, the complex offers an opportunity to create accommodation serving Rome's university market.
However, the project's ultimate capacity and delivery timeline will depend on the final room layout, the scope of conversion works and the necessary planning approvals. These factors will also influence how quickly the buyer can complete the re‑development and begin generating rental income.
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