Mezzocammino is undoubtedly one of the most successful and fascinating urban planning projects in the capital. It is a neighborhood that has managed to combine the tranquility of a residential suburb with modern, people-friendly planning, becoming a true hub of attraction in southern Rome.
If you’re deciding where to live in Rome, keep reading because the information we’re about to share might be useful to you.
Mezzocammino, a viable alternative to the expensive EUR
The name “Mezzocammino” reflects its geographical identity: it lies exactly halfway along Via Ostiense, midway between Rome’s historic center and the mouth of the Tiber at Ostia. However, its true contemporary spirit is tied to the Ninth Art. It is known as the “Comics District.” Strolling through its streets is like taking a journey through Italian pop culture: the street names, in fact, are entirely dedicated to comic book giants such as Hugo Pratt, Gian Luigi Bonelli, and Andrea Pazienza, and there is even a comic book park.
The strengths of Mezzocammino
The strength of Mezzocammino, which is often associated with Torrino, lies in its design with livability in mind, seamlessly blending concrete and nature. The neighborhood is surrounded by well-maintained parks, connected by a long bike path that makes it ideal for families, cyclists, and sports enthusiasts.
Unlike more historic areas, the streets are wide, parking is well-organized, and many areas are served by modern district heating systems. Buying a home in Mezzocammino is considered a solid investment, especially for families seeking space, greenery, and modernity. The average estimated price (per square meter) from the Immobiliare.it portal is €3,912/m² compared to €5,197/m² in the EUR area.
In terms of amenities, Mezzocammino is now a self-sufficient neighborhood. There is no shortage of schools, supermarkets, pharmacies, and sports centers. But it is the neighborhood’s restaurant scene that is raising the bar, proving that the southern suburbs of Rome have never been so rich in flavors. One example is the now-famous Pasticceria Donnarumma ( at Via Andrea Lavezzolo 25/27), which opened in 2022. This small shop has won over the neighborhood by rejecting fanciful trends in favor of well-executed “normality”: a croissant and a cappuccino?
Cons of Mezzocammino
If you want to get around the city comfortably, you’ll need a car. You’re just a stone’s throw from the Grande Raccordo Anulare (GRA), Via Cristoforo Colombo, and Via Ostiense.
Homes aren’t as expensive as in Tor de’ Cenci (the most affordable area), but they’re almost all newly built, and most also include parking.
