An ad that appeared on a famous real estate portal presents a small studio apartment located in the heart of Bologna, overlooking a courtyard of an ancient building. The rent requested, 600 euros per month, seems reasonable for the Bologna market, but there is one surprising aspect: the total surface area of ​​the apartment is only 8 square meters, and during a visit it turns out that in reality it is just 6 meters. This is what those who, after seeing the ad online, decided to go there, found out.

The studio apartment is accessed via a narrow spiral staircase. Once inside, you come across a space with a small window, similar to that of a garage. In less than a step, you find a mini kitchen, a bathroom and a single bed, the latter partially covered by the stove. The wardrobe has been adapted from a wall unit with a few coat hangers, while the desk consists of a simple shelf. Despite these limitations, the asking price is what until recently was associated with actual small homes.

The real estate agency warned potential buyers about the extremely small size of the studio apartment before viewings. It also highlighted the livability issue but added that the price was in line with other Italian cities such as Milan. The situation highlights how the real estate market is evolving and how expectations about what constitutes an acceptable living space are changing.

This announcement has sparked discussions among those looking for a home in Bologna, highlighting the challenges of finding affordable and comfortable housing in today’s urban context. Tenants' expectations are changing and interest in increasingly compact housing solutions is growing even in large Italian cities. The reality of the market shows that even extremely small spaces are offered at prices that may seem high compared to the size offered. This scenario invites us to reflect on contemporary housing needs and how these are influenced by the economic situation and current trends.