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  • Calle Ballesta Centro Madrid 28004 Retail for sale

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    Retail for sale at Calle Ballesta, Centro, Madrid, 28004 with sky, building, window, road surface, cloud, urban design, thoroughfare, alley, city and road around
    3 months ago
    214 m2
    |
    Floor Ground
    580,000 €
    |
    2,710 €/m2
    Retail unit for sale
    • High pedestrian traffic zone
    • Versatile property with possibilities
    • Possibility to enter through the portal

    Commercial space in the center of Madrid. Incredible opportunity to reform 214 m2 premises on the ground floor and about 50 m2 of warehouse in the basement.

    This property has an unbeatable location and versatility, both for setting up a business and also for the possibility of changing its use to residential use.

    The place is completely open plan, with the possibility of installing a smoke outlet and with access to the interior patio of the property. In addition, there is a possibility that

    • Smoke extractor
    • Toilets
    • Warehouse
    • On the street
    • Showcase
    • Elevator
    • Natural lighting
    • Bus stop
    • Public Transportation
    • Metro station
  • Calle Amaniel, 6 Centro Madrid 28015 Retail for sale

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    Retail for sale & for rent at Calle Amaniel, 6, Centro, Madrid, 28015 with window, road surface, yellow, wood, beige, sidewalk, urban design, building, facade and flooring around
    3 months ago
    135 m2
    |
    Floor Ground
    300,000 €
    |
    2,222 €/m2
    Retail unit for sale
    • Great central location
    • Very bright premises
    • Very versatile space

    Commercial premises on Calle Amaniel, located in a consolidated residential area, very close to all kinds of services and public transport.

    It has an area of 135 m2 distributed in street floor and basement.

    It is located to adapt to the new activity to be developed, being a totally versatile space.

    It has very high ceilings, two exterior windows and entrance from the portal.

    • Security locks
    • Toilets
    • Warehouse
    • High ceilings
    • At several heights
    • Elevator
    • Bus stop
    • Public Transportation
    • Natural Light - Good
  • Zona Centro Centro Madrid 28013 Retail for sale

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    Retail for sale at Zona Centro, Centro, Madrid, 28013 with couch, furniture, lighting, building, interior design, studio couch, table, chair, flooring and ceiling around
    3 months ago
    129 m2
    |
    Floor Ground
    790,000 €
    |
    6,124 €/m2
    Retail unit for sale
    • Great versatility
    • Unbeatable location
    • In good condition

    Commercial premises located in the Opera area, one of the busiest and touristic areas of Madrid, a step away from the Royal Palace, Teatro Real and Plaza de Callao. High pedestrian traffic in an area where bars, restaurants, etc.

    The premises have a total area of 129 m2, distributed over two floors. From access to the street, there is a room with four tables, the bar and fully equipped kitchen. There is also a bathroom adapted to the disabled. In the basement there is a living-dining room, stora

    • Bathrooms
    • Warehouse
    • Full equiped Kitchen
    • Bar
    • Terrazzo
    • On the street
    • At several heights
    • Showcase
    • Natural Light - Good
    • Handicap accesible
  • Zona centro Centro Madrid 28013 Retail for sale

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    Retail for sale & for rent at Zona centro, Centro, Madrid, 28013 with chair, table, furniture, property, lighting, interior design, wood, shelf, floor and flooring around
    3 months ago
    100 m2
    |
    Floor Ground
    Price upon request
    Retail unit for sale
    • Transfer: 165,000 euros
    • In a good state of conservation
    • Terrace activity license pending

    Interesting commercial premises located in one of the most commercial and prestigious areas of Madrid, ideal location thanks to the multitude of shops, bars, residential buildings, offices, cinemas, etc., that coexist around it. It has excellent public and private transport communications.

    The premises have a total area of 100 m2 and is in perfect condition. In full operation and with a terrace for 5 tables in progress. It has a smoke outlet and thanks to its 7 meters of façade it has a lot of v

    • Smoke extractor
    • On the street
    • Business for sale
    • Elevator
    • Natural lighting
    • Bus stop
    • Public Transportation
  • Calle Flora Centro Madrid 28013 Retail for sale

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    Retail for sale & for rent at Calle Flora, Centro, Madrid, 28013 with car, building, property, window, vehicle, sky, road surface, urban design, tree and residential area around
    3 months ago
    200 m2
    |
    Floor Ground
    1,600,000 €
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    8,000 €/m2
    Retail unit for sale
    • Privileged location in the tourist heart of Madrid
    • Investment opportunity
    • Transfer

    Fantastic commercial premises located in one of the most important historical and tourist areas of Madrid. Excellent public transport links thanks to the proximity to the main metro stations such as Opera or Sol. There are also several city bus stops in the immediate vicinity.

    The premises have an area of 200 m2 of which 190 are useful, on the ground floor. It currently operates as a tourist hostel. Commercial use. Completely renovated.

    • Smoke extractor
    • Toilets
    • On the street
    • Air Conditioning
    • Business for sale
    • Heating
    • Video intercom
    • Public Transportation
    • Natural Light - Good
  • Zona Gran Vía Centro Madrid 28013 Retail for sale

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    Retail for sale at Zona Gran Vía, Centro, Madrid, 28013 with door, lighting, property, fixture, hall, flooring, floor, wood, ceiling and space around
    3 months ago
    99 m2
    |
    Floor Ground
    1,300,000 €
    |
    13,131 €/m2
    Retail unit for sale
    • Very commercial area
    • Highest pedestrian traffic
    • Investment Opportunity

    Interesting commercial premises located in the heart of Gran Vía street, one of the most commercial and busy in the capital. Shops, bars, restaurants, hotels, etc., make up the landscape of the area and guarantee a high pedestrian traffic and great visibility to your business.

    The premises has a total area of 99 m2 built of which 95 are useful. It is distributed in two heights and is diaphanous. It was a travel agency.

    • On the street
    • At several heights
    • Lifts
    • Period common parts/features
    • Heating
    • Public Transportation
    • Metro station
    • Bus stop
    • Natural Light - Good
  • Travesía Trujillos, 2 Centro Madrid 28013 Retail for sale

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    Retail for sale & for rent at Travesía Trujillos, 2, Centro, Madrid, 28013 with chair, table, furniture, building, plant, lighting, interior design, flooring, house and wood around
    3 months ago
    550 m2
    |
    Floor Ground
    4,500,000 €
    |
    8,182 €/m2
    Retail unit for sale
    • Unbeatable location in downtown area
    • Large surface area
    • Opportunity to deploy your business

    Fantastic commercial premises located in one of the most tourist areas of Madrid. High pedestrian traffic ensures clientele for your business. Just a step away from Plaza Callao, Gran Vía, Puerta del Sol, etc. Surrounded by shops, hotels and the most important and emblematic buildings of the capital.

    The property has a total area of 400 m2 on the ground floor, diaphanous and bright. It has a capacity of 93 people. It is air-conditioned with washing area, cold and freezing chambers, warehouses an

    • Toilets
    • Warehouse
    • Full equiped Kitchen
    • On the street
    • Air Conditioning
    • Business for sale
    • Natural Light - Good
  • Zona Centro Centro Madrid 28012 Retail for sale

    Retail for sale at Zona Centro, Centro, Madrid, 28012 with person, furniture, property, building, interior design, architecture, curtain, wall, flooring and table around 3 months ago
    369 m2
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    Floor 3
    4,150,000 €
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    11,247 €/m2
    Retail unit for sale in a shopping center
    • Privileged enclave in prime tourist zone
    • Large area to reform
    • Investment opportunity

    Fantastic place located in a privileged enclave in the center area, with excellent communications by public transport thanks to the proximity to several metro lines and urban bus stops of the EMT. The premises is currently operating as a hostel, with capacity for 15-20 rooms in a building at street level, in a commercial area, with a total area of 369 m2.

    Representative building. The property is in the process of renovating.

    Located in one of the best areas for this type of activity, in the tou

    • Toilets
    • Heating
    • Natural lighting
    • Video intercom
    • Bus stop
    • Public Transportation
    • Metro station
  • Zona Centro Centro Madrid 28013 Retail for sale

    Retail for sale at Zona Centro, Centro, Madrid, 28013 with lighting, building, interior design, architecture, flooring, wood, floor, hall, table and automotive design around 3 months ago
    207 m2
    |
    Floor 3
    1,500,000 €
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    7,246 €/m2
    Retail unit for sale in a shopping center
    • Great location
    • To reform
    • With hostel license

    Fantastic commercial premises located in a privileged enclave in the center of Madrid, in the historical and tourist center of the capital. Area surrounded by shops, bars, restaurants, etc. Excellent public transport links thanks to the proximity to several metro stations and urban bus stops.

    The premises are located in a commercial building and have a constructed area of 207 m2 of which 200 are useful. License to operate as a hostel. It is currently to reform.

    • Toilets
    • Integral lighting
    • High ceilings
    • Facade lineal meters
    • Metro station
    • Bus stop
    • Natural Light - Good
    • Public Transportation
  • Calle Arenal Centro Madrid 28013 Retail for sale

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    Retail for sale & for rent at Calle Arenal, Centro, Madrid, 28013 with hall, lighting, interior design, wood, floor, flooring, building, hardwood, ceiling and wood stain around
    3 months ago
    250 m2
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    Floor Ground
    Price upon request
    Retail unit for sale
    • Unbeatable situation in Sol
    • Excellent opportunity
    • In good condition

    Commercial premises in prime area of the capital. It is located on Arenal Street, with high pedestrian traffic and a multitude of shops. Excellent investment opportunity.

    The property has a total area of 250 m2 on the street level, high ceilings, and 20 meters of façade, so thanks to its shop windows, the interior enjoys natural light. It has a basement of 80 m2.

    It has a bar-restaurant license and terrace for 14 tables.

    Economic conditions:

    - 2 months legal bail.

    - 3 month warranty.

    - 1 month

    • Bathrooms
    • Toilets
    • Integral lighting
    • Warehouse
    • High ceilings
    • On the street
    • At several heights
    • Metro station
    • Bus stop
    • Natural Light - Good
  • Calle Santiago Centro Madrid 28013 Retail for sale

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    Retail for sale at Calle Santiago, Centro, Madrid, 28013 with door, window, container, building, daytime, blue, fixture, infrastructure, road surface and house around
    3 months ago
    70 m2
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    Floor Ground
    450,000 €
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    6,429 €/m2
    Retail unit for sale
    • Very versatile premises
    • Consolidated zone
    • Well communicated

    Commercial premises of 70 m2, at street level and located on the first floor of a residential building located in the area of Madrid de los Austrias, very close to the Plaza Mayor.

    It has 3.7 linear meters of facade, a maximum clear height of 3 meters, vinyl floors, showcase that brings light to the interior, as well as security locks and toilets.

    It is a very versatile local, which can accommodate almost any type of commercial activity or business, and whose last activity in operation has been

    • Security locks
    • Toilets
    • High ceilings
    • Linoleum
    • Facade lineal meters
    • On the street
    • Showcase
    • Load/unload area
    • Bus stop
    • Public Transportation
    • Natural Light - Good
    • Metro station
    • In profitability
  • Calle Mayor Centro Madrid 28013 Retail for sale

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    Retail for sale at Calle Mayor, Centro, Madrid, 28013 with building, sky, daytime, window, infrastructure, road surface, urban design, street light, neighbourhood and thoroughfare around
    3 months ago
    106 m2
    |
    Floor Ground
    800,000 €
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    7,547 €/m2
    Retail unit for sale
    • The sale is urgent
    • Great commercial location
    • Very versatile premises

    Commercial space of 106 m2, located at street level and located on the ground floor of a residential building located in the Madrid de los Austrias area, very close to the Plaza Mayor.

    It has a business in operation and sells at a profit.

    It has a basement of approximately 25 m2. It has 3.39 linear meters of façade, a maximum free height of 3.5 meters, ceramic floors, open access that provides light to the interior, as well as security locks, alarm, air conditioning with a cold and heat pump and

    • Toilets
    • Integral lighting
    • Warehouse
    • High ceilings
    • Ceramic
    • Climate control
    • Elevator
    • Bus stop
    • Public Transportation
    • In profitability
  • Calle Ángel, 16 Centro Madrid 28005 Retail for sale

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    Retail for sale at Calle Ángel, 16, Centro, Madrid, 28005 with building, door, fixture, wood, brick, rectangle, font, tints and shades, facade and brickwork around
    3 months ago
    228 m2
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    Floor Ground
    675,000 €
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    2,961 €/m2
    Retail unit for sale
    • Definitive hospitality license
    • Well connected by public transport
    • Large space

    Local located in the neighborhood of Palacio, Centro district.

    It is a space that has 228 m2 distributed on the same ground floor with direct access at street level. It has a definitive hospitality license, smoke outlet, possibility of leaving the open space, 2 toilets, all smoke exit permits, license and schedules, security lock, fluorescent lighting, air conditioning, heating, fire system, renewed electrical installation and water, electricity and gas supplies.

    The last activity carried out

    • Smoke extractor
    • Security locks
    • Toilets
    • Full equiped Kitchen
    • Bar
    • On the street
    • Operating license
    • Public Transportation
    • Fire detection system
    • Natural Light - Good
  • Galería Comercial La Paloma, Calle Toledo, 109 Centro Madrid 28005 Retail for sale

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    Retail for sale at Galería Comercial La Paloma, Calle Toledo, 109, Centro, Madrid, 28005 with luggage & bags, building, gas, machine, tire, retail, facade, automotive tire, composite material and service around
    3 months ago
    13 m2
    |
    Floor Ground
    68,000 €
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    5,231 €/m2
    Retail unit for sale
    • Located in a commercial area
    • Next to access to large supermarket
    • Busy area

    Commercial space currently rented and located just outside a supermarket, inside a renovated shopping gallery.

    It is located on Toledo Street in an area with a lot of activity and movement of people, with all the services around you, metro, bus, library, university, etc.

    The gallery has access to people with reduced mobility, with the possibility of opening every day, including Sundays, as the supermarket is open from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.

    • Security locks
    • Heating
    • Elevator
    • Video intercom
    • Public Transportation
    • Metro station
    • Commercial stand
    • Bus stop
    • Renovated
    • In profitability
  • Calle Segovia, 17 Centro Madrid 28005 Retail for sale

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    Retail for sale at Calle Segovia, 17, Centro, Madrid, 28005 with car, window, building, wheel, tire, land vehicle, vehicle, property, infrastructure and motor vehicle around
    3 months ago
    70 m2
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    Floor Ground
    400,000 €
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    5,714 €/m2
    Retail unit for sale
    • Restaurant in profitability in full operation
    • Great location
    • Conditioned and equipped surface

    The space has an area of 70 m2 on the street floor, being in excellent condition and with smoke outlet.

    It is perfectly conditioned and equipped, with all walls and ceilings in rustic exposed brick. The place has been designed as a restaurant business in the most traditional Madrid.

    In business, it remains fully operational, within a well-established residential and commercial environment with large pedestrian and road traffic. It also has very good communications by public transport and close

    • Smoke extractor
    • Security locks
    • Toilets
    • Warehouse
    • High ceilings
    • Full equiped Kitchen
    • Bar
    • On the street
    • In profitability
  • Calle San Simón Centro Madrid 28012 Retail for sale

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    Retail for sale at Calle San Simón, Centro, Madrid, 28012 with car, building, window, azure, vehicle, road surface, mode of transport, vehicle registration plate, asphalt and wall around
    3 months ago
    107 m2
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    Floor Ground
    409,000 €
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    3,822 €/m2
    Retail unit for sale
    • Local in profitability
    • Great central location
    • Very bright space

    Commercial space for rent on San Simón street, in the Tirso de Molina area, a few meters from the square.

    This is a fantastic space that has a renovated area of 107 m2. It is ideal for gallery owners, photography, design and workshops of all kinds, as it is very bright. With two completely renovated floors and 107 m2, this property is a unique investment opportunity. It is in a very commercial and busy area. Currently rented and located at street level, it offers immediate profitability.

    Don'

    • Security locks
    • Toilets
    • Integral lighting
    • Warehouse
    • High ceilings
    • Floorboards
    • Air Conditioning
    • Elevator
    • Bus stop
    • Public Transportation
    • Natural Light - Good
  • Zona Centro Centro Madrid 28004 Retail for sale

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    Retail for sale & for rent at Zona Centro, Centro, Madrid, 28004 with motorcycle, wheel, building, tire, automotive tire, automotive lighting, vehicle, road surface, motor vehicle and fender around
    3 months ago
    303 m2
    |
    Floor Ground
    985,000 €
    |
    3,251 €/m2
    Retail unit for sale
    • Unbeatable location
    • Property with half-completed work
    • Investment Opportunity

    Spectacular commercial space located in the center of Madrid, in the Chueca area, fully consolidated and surrounded by all kinds of services, where shops, restaurants, bars, etc. coexist. It is well connected by public transport thanks to the proximity to different urban bus lines and metro stations.

    The premises have a total area of 303 m2 per register and is located on the street level. The place has double access from the street with a large gate. It is currently unoccupied and raw with a hal

    • Security locks
    • On the street
    • Heating
    • Elevator
    • Natural lighting
    • Public Transportation
  • Calle Cañizares, 2 Centro Madrid 28012 Retail for sale

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    Retail for sale at Calle Cañizares, 2, Centro, Madrid, 28012 with door, car, building, automotive parking light, tire, wheel, window, vehicle, motor vehicle and vehicle door around
    3 months ago
    81 m2
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    Floor Ground
    Price upon request
    Retail unit for sale
    • Excellent state of conservation
    • Busy area
    • Latest office activity at street level

    Commercial space located on Cañizares Street, in one of the busiest neighborhoods in Madrid.

    Ideal for starting a new business, in one of the best-known streets in the neighborhood.

    The premises have approximately 81 m2 distributed on a ground floor with direct access at street level. It has a very large shop window and is divided into approximately 3 rooms, and another two subsequent rooms after a small step, as well as a bathroom. Air conditioning in all rooms.

    Unbeatable location for any t

    • Toilets
    • Warehouse
    • Floorboards
    • Showcase
    • Air Conditioning
    • Heating
    • Video intercom
    • Bus stop
    • Public Transportation
    • Renovated
  • Calle Barquillo, 30 Centro Madrid 28004 Retail for sale

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    Retail for sale at Calle Barquillo, 30, Centro, Madrid, 28004 with door, window, building, fixture, facade, font, city, mixed-use, retail and commercial building around
    3 months ago
    261 m2
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    Floor Ground
    2,100,000 €
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    8,040 €/m2
    Retail unit for sale
    • Great place in ZPA area (without new licenses)
    • Elevated pedestrian crossing area
    • Well connected by public transport

    Great commercial space available for sale located in the Centro district, on one of the busiest streets in Madrid.

    It has a constructed area of 261.20 m2 distributed in three registry properties of 35, 75.20 and 151 m2 respectively plus two private interior patios of 11 m2 in total.

    Its previous use was a restaurant and it has a smoke outlet, as well as a definitive restaurant license.

    It enjoys a lot of interior light thanks to its window and glazed access door, which also favors the visual imp

    • Smoke extractor
    • Toilets
    • Full equiped Kitchen
    • Bar
    • Showcase
    • Operating license
    • Energy certification
    • Natural lighting
    • Public Transportation
    • Court yard
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Centro

Madrid

Centro

Prices and m2 available of retail for sale in Centro

Euros/m2MinAvg.Maxavailable m2
Centro1,0754,63648,69131,993
City of Madrid2622,63348,691335,744
Salamanca8184,53222,36024,618
Moncloa - Aravaca9093,61230,95012,567
Chamberí4293,39923,07723,821
Retiro7543,1909,37512,978
Chamartín9702,9587,58121,497
Barajas4692,6597,8672,195
Tetuán2622,5989,93633,007
Arganzuela8602,2968,47819,659
Hortaleza6672,2505,6825,220
Fuencarral - El Pardo6132,15812,50017,172
Moratalaz5122,0507,9335,058
Ciudad Lineal4001,78410,00029,789
La Latina3581,74410,71411,582
Vicálvaro4901,7295,4386,462
San Blas - Canillejas2961,6285,75614,432
Villa de Vallecas7001,6103,6987,213
Carabanchel3381,3318,58727,164
Usera4001,2763,8627,224
Puente de Vallecas4291,2294,79313,406
Villaverde3337553,0958,688

Featured areas for business premises rental and sales in Centro

In addition to being a tourist attraction, the Central District is also one of the main shopping centres, with the Preciados - Sol - Gran Via axis as the main area. It has an array of shops, leisure facilities and restaurants at different points around the district, some of which are available for rent or sale.

The most relevant streets are Calle Carmen, Calle Preciados, Calle Mayor and Calle Arenal, which are mostly pedestrianised and home to retail stores of all kinds. Some of the most noteworthy stores are: La Central, El Corte Inglés, Apple Store and La Mallorquina, just to name some. In the streets near Plaza Mayor and the Royal Palace there are some shops dating back over a hundred years, selling religious items, coins, stamps, etc. La Botica de la Reina Madre, Librería San Ginés and El Corte Militar, are just some of them.

The emblematic Calle Gran Vía is also home to many retail stores, including Loewe, Primark, Adidas, New Balance, Real Madrid Official Store, Atlético de Madrid Store, Lacoste…

In the Chueca - Fuencarral - Malasaña - Conde Duque area there are many shoe shops, clothes stores,boutiquesby new designers and a wide range of bars and restaurants in the most notable streets, namely: Calle Augusto Figueroa, Calle Hortaleza, Calle Fuencarral, Conde Duque and some streets in Malasaña. Some of the more well-known stores in the area are: Muji, Calvin Klein, Puma, Dolores Promesas, Desigual y Decathlon, Sportivo, Duke, Juguetrónica, etc.

In Las Salesas there are also a number of small fashion, footwear and accessories retail stores. Ailanto, Maggie Shop, Despacio Concept Store, Gion, Lumas, Cacto Cacto, Sagon, and others have established in this area.

In Barrio de Las Letras the main shopping streets are Calle Atocha, Calle Huertas and Calle Cervantes. Some of the shops in this area are Pardo Family, Real Fábrica Española, Andrés Gallardo, Tununtunumba…

In Lavapiés - Embajadores - Rastro there are several specialist and traditional retailers, antique shops, electronics, etc. Moreover, because of the mixed cultures in this area, there are stores that sell imported products. Lou & Hernández, Bajo el Volcán, El 8, La Tapicera, El Transformista and La Recova, are just some of the shops in this area.

Demographic, economic and property data in Centro

Nº inhabitants by age range in Centro
# InhabitantsTotal< 1616-64> 64
Men69,1305,63653,9729,522
Women68,2565,45648,41914,381
Total137,38611,092102,39123,903
Population density26,354.502,127.7619,641.474,585.27
Average age of inhabitants in Centro
Age (Avg.)Years
Total44.10
Men42.49
Women45.73
Nº inhabitants by education level in Centro
# InhabitantsTotal
Higher55,110
Secondary49,880
Primary11,595
No studies5,125
Illiterate825

Source: INE, Banco de datos de la CCAA de Madrid, Banco de datos del ayuntamiento de Madrid

Transport in Centro

Centro's commercial properties get benefited of the following transport means: Bus, underground, commuter train. It also counts with several nodes of transport that motivate the commercial activity, making of Centro an atractive area for offices, retail, indutrial properties and ground.

Means of transport in Centro
MeansNº of stops or stations
Underground17
City bus77
Interurban bus10
Suburban train2
Taxi26
Bike61
Nodes of transport1

Source: INE, Banco de datos de la CCAA de Madrid, Banco de datos del ayuntamiento de Madrid

Points of interest in Centro

Commercial areas in Centro
Most relevant commercial areasTypeAddress
Mercado Municipal de San Fernando - EmbajadoresFood marketCalle Embajadores, 41
C.C. La Galería del PradoShopping CentrePlaza de Las Cortes, 7
Gran Almacén El Corte Inglés (Princesa)Shopping CentrePrincesa, 56
C.C. FuencarralShopping CentreCalle Fuencarral, 45
Gran Almacén El Corte Inglés (Preciados)Shopping CentrePreciados 1-3
Mercado Municipal de BarcelóFood marketCalle Barceló, 6
Mercado Municipal de Antón MartínFood marketCalle Santa Isabel, 5
Mercado Municipal de Las FloresFood marketPlaza Tirso de Molina, s/n
C.C. Puerta de ToledoShopping CentreRonda de Toledo, 1
Mercado Municipal de San AntónFood marketCalle Augusto Figueroa, 24
Mercado Municipal de La CebadaFood marketPlaza de la Cebada, s/n
Mercado Los MostensesFood marketPlaza de los Mostenses, 1
C.C. Arenal 9Shopping CentreCalle Arenal, 9
Mercado Municipal de San MiguelFood marketPlaza de San Miguel, s/n

Source: INE, Banco de datos de la CCAA de Madrid, Banco de datos del ayuntamiento de Madrid

Quality of life in Centro

Air quality in Centro
Air qualityNumber of hours per year%
Very good197622.56 %
Good613169.99 %
Ordinary4595.24 %
Bad320.37 %
Very bad00.00 %
Toxic00.00 %

Source: Ministerio para la Transición Ecológica

History and tradition in the heart of Madrid

  • Palacio
  • Embajadores
  • Cortes
  • Justicia
  • Universidad
  • Sol

The historical, tourist area par excellence. The Centro District is one of the areas that cannot be missed in this city. Tradition in the streets and shops, it is the oldest part of Madrid and its main nucleus.

The district covers an area of 523.73 hectares and is divided into 6 quarters: Palacio, Embajadores, Cortes, Justicia, Universidad and Sol. It is delimited by the first ring-road, Called the M-10, which features the following boulevards and thoroughfares: Ronda de Segovia, Ronda de Toledo, Ronda de Valencia and Ronda de Atocha.

Visiting the Royal Palace, the Almudena Cathedral, strolling around Plaza Mayor or just losing yourself in the fashionable quarters are just some of the things to do in Madrid city centre.

History and tradition in the heart of Madrid

Discover the Centro district

Almudena Cathedral
Almudena Cathedral
Museum of History of Madrid
Museum of History of Madrid
Royal Palace
Royal Palace
Plaza de Santa Ana
Plaza de Santa Ana
Calle Fuencarral
Calle Fuencarral
Royal Theatre
Royal Theatre

Information about Centro District

The History of the Centro District

The first settlements in this area date back to the Muslim era, in the 9th century when Muhammad I, Emir of Córdoba, built the first fort to police the possible transit of Christians on their way to Toledo. This fort was located next to the River Manzanares, and there are still some remains of it left today. It described a perimeter enclosing around 4 hectares in the area of Cuesta de la Vega, next to the Royal Palace. The settlement grew around the fortress to give rise to Madrid “Magerit” from the Arabic meaning “land rich in water”.

The city fell into Christian hands in 1083, and in 1123 it became a Villa. Felipe II established the Royal Court in Madrid in 1561, when construction began of some of the buildings and monuments comprising the so-Called “Madrid de los Austrias”. Buildings and areas such as Plaza Mayor, the City Hall and the Prison were built during that period.

During the “Age of Enlightenment” the city prospered and expanded, although many of the monuments continued to be built in this central area, such as the Royal Palace and Cibeles Fountain.

The Borbons, particularly Carlos II, wanted to make Madrid a Villa in line with the best in Europe, and therefore invested heavily in infrastructure, drainage and public buildings.

In the 19th and 20th centuries, Isabel II built the Congress of the Deputies building near Puerta del Sol, and in 1909 officially opened the Palace of Communications (aka Cibeles Palace).

Historical characters from the Centro District

Many novelists from the Spanish Golden Age decided to settle in this area, such as Miguel de Cervantes, Lope de Vega, Francisco de Quevedo and Luis de Góngora.

Their preference for this area was because of the many theatres in the Huertas and Plaza de Santa Ana area, namely: Cruz Theatre and Theatre of the Prince, previously known as Corral del Príncipe and currently known as Teatro Español. Furthermore, in Calle del León (where Cervantes lived) the Representatives or Comedians Talking Shop was located, where actors, actresses, poets, playwrights, representatives and other celebrities met up on a daily basis to comprise one of the most significant discussion groups of the time, where gossip and news was told and heard which later became the subject of plays and comedies in the nearby theatres.

On the other hand, near Plaza de Santa Ana, on the edge of Barrio de las Letras, is the well-lnown Callejón de Gato, where the distorting mirrors were found that Valle-Inclán used to describe the grotesqueness of Spain in his book “Luces de Bohemia” [Bohemian Lights].

Other celebrities who also lived in this district were: Eloy Gonzalo, Jacinto Benavente, Giuseppe Verdi, who lived in Plaza de Oriente and Calderón de la Barca, who lived in Calle Mayor.

Culture in the Centro District
  • Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum
  • Reina Sofia Museum
  • Real Academia de Bellas Artes de San Fernando Museum
  • Descalzas Reales Monastery
  • Encarnación Royal Monastery
  • Municipal Museum
  • Lope de Vega House Museum
  • Madrid Athenaeum
  • CaixaForum Madrid
Restaurants in the Centro District

There are several areas in the city where many establishments can be found for full meals or tapas. The following are just some of the bars and restaurants in Madrid city centre: Malacatín, Los Galayos, Casa Botín, Lhardy, Casa Labra, Gourmet Experience (in El Corte Inglés de Callao), La Rotonda ( in the Westin Palace Hotel), Al Mounia, Estado Puro, Palacio de Cibeles, Cien Llaves, Alabaster, Comala, La Carmencita, Yakitoro, Kuoco 360 Food, Gioia, Morgana, la Barra de Atún, Taberna Ángel Sierra, La Nieta, La Ardosa, Casa Julio, Casa Camacho, Clarita, La Pescadería, Bar Galleta…

There are also several food markets: Barceló Market, San Antón Market, San Fernando Market, La Cebada Market, Antón Martín Market, Los Mostenses Market, Mercado de San Miguel Market and San Ildefonso Market.