In the heart of Venice, overlooking the iconic Grand Canal, stands an eighteenth-century masterpiece that serves as a bridge between the city’s storied past and its modern institutional life.
The Donà Balbi Palace is a definitive example of Venetian architectural value, representing a rare opportunity to inhabit a piece of the city’s historical core. Composed of three communicating zones with autonomous entrances from Riva di Biasio and Calle Sagredo, the palace provides a unique structural footprint in one of the most visited cities in the world.
A Masterpiece of Venetian Design
The central nucleus of the real estate complex is a typical Venetian residence, developed on four levels above the ground and presumably built at the beginning of the 1700s. This historical anchor is celebrated for its internal artistry, featuring:
- Artistic Heritage: The interior is adorned with period paintings and polychrome sculptures.
- Decorative Details: The palace preserves its original covered walls, complex iconographies, and signature Venetian decorated floors.
- Modern Infrastructure: While the ground floor is utilized for archives, the higher levels are dedicated to office use, fully connected by natural stone stairways and modern lifts.
Strategic Location and Connectivity
Situated in the Sestiere Santa Croce, Donà Balbi Palace occupies a prime position not far from the Santa Lucia railway station and the Venice Casino. The area is characterized by high value properties dedicated to office and hospitality, benefiting from exceptional connectivity to the rest of the city.
- Public Transport: The "Riva de Biasio" ferry pier is located just 50 meters from the property.
- Historical Proximity: The palace is only 1 km from the Rialto Bridge and 2 km from Piazza San Marco.
- Regional Access: The Santa Lucia station, providing connections to major Italian cities, is a short 600-meter walk away.
Preservation and Potential
Between the mid-1980s and the early 1990s, the palace underwent a complete restoration and conservation effort. More recently, the property has been updated with modern security profiles, fire prevention systems, and plumbing installations, ensuring its institutional readiness for the current market. Currently owned by the Città Metropolitana di Venezia, the property is offered via a public tender sale of full ownership.
