Upset Over Trump's Win? This Italian Village Offers $1 Homes to Americans to Leave the US

A village in Italy is offering homes for as little as $1 to Americans who wish to escape Donald Trump's presidential rule. Ollolai, located in Sardinia, is offering one of the best opportunities for foreigners to relocate to this location for one euro in an effort to revive their economy.  

Following the victory of Donald Trump, many Democrats are upset with the outcome and plan to leave the US. On November 5, the town released a statement on its website that read, “Are you worned (sic) out by global politics? Looking to embrace a more balanced lifestyle while securing new opportunities? It’s time to start building your European escape in the stunning paradise of Sardinia.”  

The village, which has a population of merely 1,150 residents, is described as “surrounded by incredible cuisine, and immersed in a community with ancient traditions, in the rare Earth's Blue Zone.” The statement adds, “Ollolai is the perfect destination to reconnect, recharge, and embrace a new way of life.”  

“Discover an array of properties from the originators of the €1 House global phenomenon. Whether you’re searching for a €1 house to renovate or a move-in-ready home, we’ll guide you through every step of your journey, from arranging viewings to finding contractors and navigating the necessary bureaucracy,” the statement further reads.  

In the wake of the town's latest bid to attract migrants, Mayor Francesco Columbu revealed to a leading media outlet that the website was launched with Americans in mind, as he is convinced they can help revive the town's fortunes. “We just really want, and will focus on, Americans above all,” he said.  

“We can’t, of course, ban people from other countries from applying, but Americans will have a fast-track procedure. We are betting on them to help us revive the village. They are our priority.”  

The village has three tiers of accommodations up for grabs: free temporary homes for certain digital nomads, one-euro homes in need of renovation, and ready-to-occupy houses for prices up to 100,000 euros ($105,000).  

“Of course, we can’t specifically mention the name of one US president who just got elected, but we all know that he’s the one from whom many Americans want to get away from now and leave the country,” Columbu said.  

“We have specifically created this website now to meet US post-election relocation needs. The first edition of our digital nomad scheme, which launched last year, was already solely for Americans,” he added.

(Inputs from agencies)