Living in Olivola: homes, services and quality of life
Olivola is one of the smallest towns in the Monferrato Casalese, with about 105 residents. In February 2024 it became the first "Città dell'Olio" (Olive Oil Town) in Piedmont, in recognition of its local tradition of olive oil production. In 2011 Legambiente also named it the smallest "Comune Ricicione" in Italy for its recycling. The parish church of San Pietro has a Romanesque bell tower.
Who it suits
- Those looking for one of the smallest and quietest villages in the Monferrato
- Those interested in the local olive-growing tradition, rare in Piedmont
- Those considering an isolated or panoramic house, accepting a car is needed for almost everything
Most common property types
- Detached houses and cascine in the surrounding countryside
- Village houses in the small historic core
- Properties with land, some with olive trees
Distances and connections
- Distance from Casale Monferrato
- about 19 km
- Nearest railway station
- Casale Monferrato
Services and lifestyle
Olivola has no pharmacy or grocery shop: for these the reference is Casale Monferrato or the nearby towns. The post office opens only on Tuesday and Saturday mornings. It suits those looking for a very essential village life in exchange for complete tranquillity.
- Post office (Via Vittorio Veneto 3), open Tuesday and Saturday mornings
Buying a home in Olivola: what to know
Olivola is a tiny village of about 105 residents with no pharmacy or grocery shop: it suits those who want complete tranquillity and accept depending on the car for almost everything, with Casale Monferrato about 19 km away. Available properties are mostly detached houses, cascine and land, sometimes with olive trees, a rarity in Piedmont. As with any rural property, assess its condition carefully before making an offer.
Things to check
- No pharmacy or grocery in the village: the reference is Casale Monferrato or nearby towns
- School in the village: not confirmed, probably absent given its size
- Exact distance from the A26 motorway: no confirmed official figure
- Condition of cascine and rural properties, often in need of renovation
Other properties in the Monferrato
CASA INDIPENDENTECasale panoramico a Cella Monte
CASA INDIPENDENTECasa in tufo ad Altavilla Monferrato
BORGONel borgo di Gabiano, vista Castello
Frequently asked questions
How much does a house in Olivola cost?
It depends heavily on the type, location and condition of the property. See the properties on this page for a concrete reference, or ask us for a free assessment of a specific property.
How far is Olivola from Casale Monferrato?
About 19 km. Casale Monferrato is the local reference for the hospital, the railway station and the main services.
What kind of homes can you find in Olivola?
The most common types are: detached houses and cascine in the surrounding countryside; village houses in the small historic core; properties with land, some with olive trees. To see what is available now, browse the properties on this page or get in touch.
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Questions about buying in Olivola?
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