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Top residential neighborhoods in A Coruña
Explore the best neighborhoods to live in A Coruña
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A Coruña is a picturesque port city located in the region of Galicia, Spain. It is located in an elevated city overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Being the largest financial and industrial centre of the Northern Province of Galicia, the city attracts residents, businesses, investors, urban developers and tourists. Students of the University of A Coruña from different parts of the country and abroad make up a considerable percentage of the population. Its coastal location shaped an important narrative of historical incursions, maritime trade, invasions, raids and battles. A Coruña is a place defined by a thrilling fusion of remarkable historical landmarks, modern glass structures and robust commercial activities.
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Ciudad Vieja
Riazor
Los Rosales
Elviña Area/ Elviña Campus
Eirís
Ensanche
Cuatro Caminos
Ciudad Jardín
Matogrande
Mesoiro
Ciudad Vieja
Ciudad Vieja area is characterised by cobbled streets, medieval buildings, city walls, and the ancient churches of Santa Maria do Campo, Santiago Church, and the convent of Santa Barbara. The historic buildings are carefully preserved and have been converted into restaurants, bars, shops and cafes. The residential buildings enjoy views of the harbour and the coastal parks of La Marina and the Explanada do Parrote. The Solana Metropolitana, located on the Parrote side, has a gymnasium, several swimming pools, sports facilities and recreational areas. Families with children and couples often choose this area to settle in because of the large leisure areas and the refreshing sea breeze.
Riazor
One of the most popular and attractive areas of A Coruña is Riazor. It is a coastal area with a wide, crescent-shaped and well-kept beach. This coastal area is popular with all age groups, from families with children and young couples who are into an active surfing lifestyle, to older couples looking to enjoy the cool ocean breeze and mild climate all year round. The homes are designed with oversized glass windows, open terraces and spacious balconies to maximise picturesque sea views, fresh air and natural light. Residents of Riazor also enjoy a variety of annual community events held on the beach. The promenade area spanning almost the entire length of the beach is well lit and manicured, making it safe for leisurely strolls in the evening or early morning jogs.
Los Rosales
Los Rosales is an urbanisation in the northwest of A Coruña, an area largely occupied by green plains and hills. It is close to Santa Cristina Beach, a long white sandy beach with very calm waters. Parque do Monte de San Pedro, an extensive hilly park, is also located just a few metres away. It has unique attractions such as a gigantic labyrinth garden, a dome-shaped museum (Cúpula Atlântica), and a large glass sphere high above the ground that offers visitors panoramic views of the sea and the city. Los Rosales is an ideal area for a wide range of home seekers, from young singles and couples, to families with children.
There are many establishments in the area, including the Los Rosales Shopping Centre. The residences are a combination of spacious flats and studios, many of which are located in the modern buildings arranged in an oval around the aptly named Praza Elíptica.
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Elviña Area/ Elviña Campus
Home to the city's main university, the Universidade de Coruña, also known as Campus Elviña, is a large area with lush vegetation. It is located in the southern part of A Coruña, an area dominated by hills, forests and wide green lands. Although the university, its facilities, faculty offices and dormitories occupy an important part of the area, the Elviña area offers a large amount of accommodation in the various neighbourhoods, consisting mainly of bungalows and two-storey houses. Families and couples can enjoy the exclusivity, the serene atmosphere and the magnificent views offered by the surrounding greenery. In addition to the peaceful and healthy lifestyle, residents can take advantage of a variety of amenities and services found nearby.
Eirís
With extensive parkland and close proximity to the ocean, Eirís is the preferred choice for families with children and couples looking for a home close to nature. The area is characterised by rolling green fields, which provide residents with plenty of space and a healthy and peaceful environment. The residences consist mostly of detached houses and gated properties with spacious courtyards. Some flat blocks are located close to establishments in the heart of the area. The centrally located Eirís Park has landscaped areas where families can enjoy a picnic or take a relaxing stroll. The park also has a pond, a skate park and a children's play area. Less than a kilometre away is Oza beach, a Blue Flag beach with a white sandy shore, offering beautiful views of the sea.
Ensanche
The availability of employment and investment opportunities have made the city of A Coruña an attractive place to live. The more affluent Ensanche area is particularly characterised by modern residential buildings surrounded by green and spacious parks such as Praza Orense, Plaza de Vigo and Plaza Maestro Mateo while Plaza de Lugo is a public square with market stalls and a shopping centre. The Ensanche has well-kept streets lined with open-air terraces of restaurants and cafés, serving authentic Galician dishes accompanied by wines and beers from local breweries. It is a comfortable haven where families and single residents enjoy all the modern conveniences right on their doorstep.
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Cuatro Caminos
The trendy neighbourhood of Cuatro Caminos is a favourite choice for young couples and singles. The area is highly developed with residential buildings of contemporary design and equipped with up-to-date amenities. The neighbourhood is extraordinarily green, with parks and tree-lined streets. The Plaza de Tabacos is an outdoor leisure park known for being pleasantly breezy, where residents walk their dogs, go for a jog or simply relax by the benches. Another advantage of living in Cuatro Caminos is its central location, with government services, shopping centres, hospitals and all major amenities conveniently available within its area. The residential and commercial areas have excellent connections to roads in and out of the city.
Ciudad Jardín
Ciudad Jardín provides exclusivity and access to a modern lifestyle. It is a clean and green residential area with gated luxury homes and luxury villas. Ciudad Jardín has a small community in a privileged location, connected to Riazor beach on its north-eastern border, to the huge Ciudad Deportiva de Riazor football stadium in the north, and to the Paseo de los Puentes park in the south. The main services are easily accessible: there are hospitals, schools, shops and restaurants. The area is ideal for families with children and couples who love spacious patios, swimming pools, shady trees and lounges in the privacy of their walls. Just a few blocks away is the beach with bars and pubs, and a variety of restaurants serving international cuisine. Ciudad Jardin offers a luxurious lifestyle with the advantage of coastal living.
Matogrande
Matogrande is a highly developed urbanisation with a number of important establishments and services throughout the area. These include government offices: the National Institute of Social Security and the Matogrande Health Centre, as well as a large shopping centre with several boutiques and restaurants. An overpass that passes over the N-550 and AC-11 motorways allows vehicles and pedestrians to easily cross the A Coruña Coliseum on Rúa Francisco Pérez Carballo, and vice versa. The large apartment complexes are a sample of European modernist architecture, and contain spacious and modern flats perfect for young singles and couples. Convenience, accessibility and a modern lifestyle are not the only advantages of Matogrande; wide pavements, tree-lined streets and numerous landscaped areas provide a healthy and balanced environment ideal for the busy citizen who prefers their home in a quieter setting.
Mesoiro
Families and couples looking for a quiet neighbourhood with green surroundings and nearby amenities will discover many advantages to living in Mesoiro. This small suburb located close to the wooded areas of Urbanización Obradoiro and Urbanización Ultreya boasts a serene atmosphere and panoramic views of the surrounding hills and greenery. The residential properties in the area consist of detached houses, gated compounds and two-storey duplex houses suitable for families with children and couples wishing to settle down. Amenities found in the area include a bank, a restaurant and a grocery shop. There is also a Catholic parish church, Mesoiro Vello, and within 300 metres of the neighbourhood there are two opposite rows of wholesalers and shops including the Gadis Supermarket, a large cosmetics shop and many bars and cafes. Mesoiro is also close to the AC-14 motorway, providing residents with convenient access to other areas of the city.
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