The Top Residential Areas of A Coruña

A Coruña is a picturesque port city found in the Galicia region of Spain. It is uniquely set in an elevated landmass jutting out towards the Atlantic Ocean. Being the major 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 hailing from different parts of the country, and abroad comprise a sizable percentage of the population. Its coastal location shaped a significant narration of historic incursions, maritime trades, invasions, raids, and battles. A Coruña is a place defined by an exciting fusion of historically remarkable landmarks, modern glass structures, and robust commercial activities.

In this article we discuss the top places to live in the city of A Coruña:

10. Mesoiro

Families and couples seeking a peaceful neighbourhood with green environs and adequate nearby amenities will discover many advantages to life in Mesoiro. This small suburb situated near the forested areas of Urbanización Obradoiro and Urbanización Ultreya boasts of a serene ambiance and panoramic views of the surrounding hills and greenery. Residential properties in the area are composed of detached houses, gated compounds and two-storey duplex homes suited for families with children and couples wanting to settle down. Amenities found within the area include a bank, restaurant and a grocery store. There is also a Catholic parish, Mesoiro Vello, and less than 300 meters from the neighbourhood are two opposing rows of wholesalers and shops which include Supermercado Gadis, a large cosmetics store and many bars and cafés. Mesoiro is also close to the AC-14 Highway, providing residents with convenient access to other areas of the city.

9. Matogrande

Matogrande is a highly-developed urbanization with an array of major establishments and services throughout the area. These include the government offices: Instituto Nacional da Seguridade Social and Centro de Salud Matogrande, as well as a large commercial centre with various boutiques and restaurants. An overpass running above the N-550 and AC-11 highways allows vehicles and pedestrians

to easily traverse to the A Coruña Coliseum on Rúa Francisco Pérez Carballo, and vice versa. Large apartment complexes showcase European modernist architecture, and contain spacious, modern flats perfect for young singles and couples. Convenience, accessibility and a modern lifestyle are not the only advantages of Matogrande; wide pavement, tree-lined streets and numerous landscaped gardens provide a healthy and balanced environment ideal for the busy individual who prefers their home in a more tranquil environment.

8. Cuatro Caminos

The modern neighbourhood of Cuatro Caminos is a preferred choice for the younger couples and singles. The area is highly developed with residential buildings boasting contemporary designs and equipped with updated amenities. The neighbourhood is refreshingly green, with parks and tree-lined streets. The Plaza de Tabacos (Tobacco Plaza) is an open ground leisure park known to be pleasantly windy, where the residents walk their dogs, go out for a run, or just relax by the benches. Another advantage of living in Cuatro Caminos is its central location, with government services, shopping centres, hospitals, and all the major services conveniently available within its zone. The residential and commercial areas have an excellent connection to the entry and exit routes of the city.

7. Ensanche

The availability of employment and investment opportunities have made the City of A Coruña an inviting place to live. The more affluent area of Ensanche is particularly characterized by modern residential buildings surrounded by green and spacious parks such as Praza Orense (Orense Square), Plaza de Vigo (Vigo Square)and Plaza Maestro Mateo (Plaza Maestro Mateo), while Plaza de Lugo (Lugo Square) is a public square with market stalls and a shopping centre. Ensanche has well-maintained streets, dotted with alfresco 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 at their doorstep.

6. Eirís

With an expansive park and close proximity to the ocean, Eirís is a preferred choice for families with children, and couples who want a home close to nature. The area is characterized by rolling green fields, providing residents with space, a and healthy tranquil ambiance. Residences mostly consist of detached houses and fenced properties boasting spacious yards. A few apartment blocks are located near establishments found at the heart of the area. Parque Eirís, set at the centre, features landscaped grounds where families can enjoy a picnic or take a relaxing stroll. The park also has a pond, a skate park and a children’s playground. Praia de Oza, a Blue Flag beach with a white-sand shore, is less than a kilometre away, offering lovely sea views.

5. Zona Elviña/ Campus Elviña

Home to the city’s premier university, Universidade de Coruña, also known as Campus Elviña, this is an expansive area boasting lush greenery. It is located on the southern part of A Coruña—an area dominated by hills, forests and spacious green land. Although the university, its facilities, faculty offices and dormitories occupy a significant portion of the area, Zona Elviña offer plenty of accommodation in the various neighbourhoods consisting largely of bungalows and two-storey homes. Families and couples can enjoy the exclusivity, serene ambiance, and gorgeous views provided by the surrounding greenery.

Aside from the tranquil and healthy lifestyle, residents can take advantage of a variety of amenities and services found nearby.

4. Ciudad Jardín

Ciudad Jardín provides exclusivity and access to a modern lifestyle. It is a clean and green residential area with upscale gated homes and luxury villas. Ciudad Jardín has a small community in a privileged location, connected to the Riazor beach on its Northeast border, the massive soccer stadium of Ciudad Deportiva de Riazor to the north, and the park of Paseo de los Puentes to its south. Major services are easily accessible—there are hospitals, schools, shops, and restaurants. The area is ideal for families with children, and couples who love spacious yards, swimming pools, shady trees, and lounge areas in the privacy of their walls. Only a few blocks away is beach front with bars and pubs, and a variety of restaurants serving international cuisines. Ciudad Jardín offers a luxurious lifestyle with the advantage of coastal living.

3. Los Rosales

Los Rosales is an urbanization in Northwest A Coruña—an area largely covered by green plains and hills. It is near Praia de Santa Cristina, a long beach with white sand and calm waters. Parque do Monte de San Pedro, an expansive hilly park, is also situated just a few meters away. It features unique attractions such as a giant labyrinth garden, a dome-shaped museum (Cúpula Atlántica), and a large glass sphere perched high above the ground offering visitors panoramic views of the sea and 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 plenty of establishments in the area, including Centro Comercial Los Rosales. Residences are a combination spacious apartments and studios, many of which are housed in the modern buildings arranged in an oval around the aptly named Praza Elíptica.

2. Riazor

One of A Coruña’s most popular and inviting areas is Riazor. It is a coastal area with a wide, crescent-shaped and well-maintained beach. This beach front zone is popular among all age groups—from families with children, and young couples who are into an active lifestyle of surfing, to older couples looking to enjoy the fresh ocean breeze and mild climate all year round. The homes are designed with full-length glass windows, open terraces and wide balconies to maximize the picturesque sea views, fresh air and natural light. Residents of Riazor also enjoy a variety of annual community events held at the beach. The promenade area spanning nearly the beach’s entire length is well-lit and well-kept, making it safe for leisure walks in the evening or early morning runs.

1. Ciudad Vieja

The area of the Old Town or Ciudad Vieja features cobblestone streets, medieval buildings, fortress walls, and the old churches of Santa María do Campo, Iglesia de Santiago, and the Santa Barbara convent. The historical buildings are carefully preserved and developed into restaurants, bars, shops, and cafés. The residential buildings enjoy the views of the harbour and the seaside parks of La Marina (The Marine) and the Explanada do Parrote (Parrot Esplanade). The Metropolitan La Solana located in the Parrote side has a fitness centre, several swimming pools, sporting facilities and playgrounds. Families with children and couples often choose this area to settle because of the spacious leisure areas and the refreshing breeze of the sea.