You can truly experience la dolce vita in this penthouse in the heart of Rome.

Set atop a peach-colored apartment building in the lively neighborhood of Trastevere, the residence spans the top three floors and overlooks one of the city’s most beloved squares, Piazza di Santa Maria. Expansive windows on every level frame sweeping views of the surrounding rooftops and historic streets, filling the home with light and a sense of place. For an even more breathtaking perspective, step onto the stunning rooftop terrace—an exceptionally rare oasis in the middle of Rome’s bustling urban center. 

The 4,300-square-foot aerie begins on the third floor, where the private sleeping quarters are located. The sumptuous primary suite is enveloped in crimson velvet, which flows seamlessly from the bedroom into a walk-through closet. A crisp white fireplace punctuates the dramatic palette, while the richly wood-paneled primary bathroom serves as a warm retreat that opens onto a private terrace. Three additional en suite bedrooms are also on this level, including one wrapped entirely in whimsical floral wallpaper.

The home’s main living spaces occupy the fourth floor. In the central living room, a gilded coffered ceiling soars overhead, providing a glamorous counterpoint to the hand-troweled gray plaster walls. Chevron-patterned wooden floorboards extend throughout and are reflected endlessly in the fully mirrored dining room. This level also includes an eat-in kitchen, a study, and a guest bathroom.

Topping it off, a fireplace-warmed hobby room on the uppermost floor could easily function as a relaxed lounge or family room. The versatile space opens onto the triplex’s true showstopper: the rooftop terrace. Partially shaded by a ramada, the alfresco retreat is surrounded by an array of potted plants—including at least one lemon tree—creating a lush oasis above the city.

The $9.8 million penthouse is available through Maria Victoria Vaccaro of Italy Sotheby’s International Realty. The offering also includes a separate ground-floor unit spanning nearly 1,300 square feet. Currently used as retail space, it could easily be reimagined as a private garage, art studio, or additional living area.

In recent years, other notable homes have surfaced on the market in Rome—also known as the Eternal City—including a pair of villas long owned by the Gucci family and a historic residence featured in The Equalizer 3.

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