Moving from Vicenza to Naples, looking for house to rent

[Sangha]

Heading south after nearly 14 years living in Vicenza! Any recommendations for someone (realtor) to assist in finding housing? Location needs to be within 20-30 min of the Navy Support Site. grazie....

[claasst]

We're moving to Naples also at the end of the year. Husband will be working at one of the Naval bases there. Looking for home rentals also. Did you ever get any info about realtors?

[Sangha]

I did find out quite a lot about moving to Naples.

A couple of questions first as there is a difference in how much one can spend / re-imbursed based on either being in the military, a GS civilian, or a contractor (which we are).

The very low end is Euro 1200, most people pay arounf Euro 1800 - 2000. This are very inflated, however since the landlords know their tenants are usually reimbursed, they go for the gold.

The other consideration is area, and if you have children attending school, and which base. There are 2 navy bases and one NATO.

I went down last week (currently living in Vicenza) and found a place based on location: near a small town center (nice for morning coffee) second floor (safety). 20 minutes from the support Site, a talk with the outgoing tenant who is a DoDDS teacher, and wonderful landlords who have a history of taking good care of the house, fix what needs to be fixed, and will take care of our cat and water plants when we are gone.

I did not find housing helpful, and one does not need to go thru them unless you require appliances (which contractors are not entitled to and must purchase or find a house with a full kitchen, washer / dryer).

I can forward you some 'realtors' that showed me around if you like.

Most important, food in Naples is rated as the best in Italy.

[claasst]

Thanks Sangha,
My husband is a Naval supply officer and is taking a new position at NOLSC. We don't know yet which base that's going to be at. We do have 3 kids, 2 that need schooling on base. We do get COLA, which should be decent, so hopefully we'll be able to get a nice place. I don't expect much help from the housing office, that's why I'm doing my own research. Their usual response is we'll see what's available once you get there. I like things a little more planned out than that esp. with kids and dogs. I have 3 show dogs (English creme golden retrievers) that are better behaved than just about every dog I know. I suspect there are not a lot of landlords that are going to allow large dogs, and in that quantity. If you know of a reputable realtor, I would appreciate your help. When are you planning on moving? We are still about 6 mos out from moving, so if you happen to meet anyone outgoing from Naples, with a good house and landlord, would appreciate any info you can give. I can't wait to dig into some of that local food.
Laura

Originally Posted by Sangha

I did find out quite a lot about moving to Naples.

A couple of questions first as there is a difference in how much one can spend / re-imbursed based on either being in the military, a GS civilian, or a contractor (which we are).

The very low end is Euro 1200, most people pay arounf Euro 1800 - 2000. This are very inflated, however since the landlords know their tenants are usually reimbursed, they go for the gold.

The other consideration is area, and if you have children attending school, and which base. There are 2 navy bases and one NATO.

I went down last week (currently living in Vicenza) and found a place based on location: near a small town center (nice for morning coffee) second floor (safety). 20 minutes from the support Site, a talk with the outgoing tenant who is a DoDDS teacher, and wonderful landlords who have a history of taking good care of the house, fix what needs to be fixed, and will take care of our cat and water plants when we are gone.

I did not find housing helpful, and one does not need to go thru them unless you require appliances (which contractors are not entitled to and must purchase or find a house with a full kitchen, washer / dryer).

I can forward you some 'realtors' that showed me around if you like.

Most important, food in Naples is rated as the best in Italy.

[claasst]

Sangha,
We just found out my husband will be working out of Capo. We are being told that usually there is a mandatory assignment into military housing at the S site near there. However, if our family won't fit in housing there , they assign out in town. So I think if I stick to my guns about not giving up my dogs I can get out in town. So now the trouble is finding a landlord that will accept my managerie. Let me know if you hear of anything.
Laura

Originally Posted by claasst

Thanks Sangha,
My husband is a Naval supply officer and is taking a new position at NOLSC. We don't know yet which base that's going to be at. We do have 3 kids, 2 that need schooling on base. We do get COLA, which should be decent, so hopefully we'll be able to get a nice place. I don't expect much help from the housing office, that's why I'm doing my own research. Their usual response is we'll see what's available once you get there. I like things a little more planned out than that esp. with kids and dogs. I have 3 show dogs (English creme golden retrievers) that are better behaved than just about every dog I know. I suspect there are not a lot of landlords that are going to allow large dogs, and in that quantity. If you know of a reputable realtor, I would appreciate your help. When are you planning on moving? We are still about 6 mos out from moving, so if you happen to meet anyone outgoing from Naples, with a good house and landlord, would appreciate any info you can give. I can't wait to dig into some of that local food.
Laura

[Sangha]

My very uninformed understanding is that there is a 'Parco' associated with the base. This works well for those who feel more comfortable with only American neighbors.

I'll do some investigating for you!

Capo is a very small and compact site located at the airport. I stayed at the Capo Inn last week.

Sandy

Sandy

[claasst]

Yes, there are 2 off base housing sites. Parco Eva for enlisted, and Parco le Ginestre for officers. I hear it's nice, but still the 2 animal restriction. Even if I let my parents keep one of my females to leave me with 2 dogs, there is mandatory neutering in housing (if I neuter them, I can't show them), and weight restriction of 70 pounds for dogs (my male wouldn't make it). We got an email last night saying we'd probably be put in "S" site housing somewhat near Capodichino. I'm the type of person that likes to engross myself in the culture. I think I'd still feel like a tourist in all American housing...??? Should be getting my Rosetta Stone Italian any day now. Going to have to relearn a lot of it myself, and teach the kids some. Thank you for helping me in any way you can.
Laura

Originally Posted by Sangha

My very uninformed understanding is that there is a 'Parco' associated with the base. This works well for those who feel more comfortable with only American neighbors.

I'll do some investigating for you!

Capo is a very small and compact site located at the airport. I stayed at the Capo Inn last week.

Sandy

Sandy

[claasst]

Originally Posted by maddapaola

Hi ,
My name is Paola
I have an luxury two bedromm flat plus Kichten in Naples in history center
Materdei Station undergroud
are you looking for a flat?
do you speak Italian
Let me Know
I am living in London
Ciao !

Hi Paola,
We are looking for a bigger unattached house. We have 3 kids and 3 dogs. We are learning Italian through Rosetta Stone, so soon we'll be able to minimally converse in Italian. We'll be out there at the beginning of Jan.
Laura

[maddapaola]

Originally Posted by claasst

Hi Paola,
We are looking for a bigger unattached house. We have 3 kids and 3 dogs. We are learning Italian through Rosetta Stone, so soon we'll be able to minimally converse in Italian. We'll be out there at the beginning of Jan.
Laura

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[cumae]

Originally Posted by claasst

We're moving to Naples also at the end of the year. Husband will be working at one of the Naval bases there. Looking for home rentals also. Did you ever get any info about realtors?

If you can figure out a way to get a message to my email with your phone number, I will call you- regarding moving to, finding a home, living in Naples- there is so much that you need to know that I could not post it, however I will be happy to help you. My daughter has been living there for approx 18 mo. off the base, I have spent a great deal of time there also
I can let you know the ins and outs of looking for housing either on base or in the community, where to shop, how to deal with the people, how to avoid mistakes, safety issues, driving time to Support site or Capo. Dealing with realtors otherwise known as LANDLORD REPS, etc
Naples is a somewhat "unique" area of Italy and poses problems that are not easily anticipated........