Apartment for sale in Sant Pere, Santa Caterina i La Ribera, Barcelona city, Barcelona

On the fourth floor of a classic building on Via Laietana, one of the most iconic avenues in Barcelona's historic centre, we present this flat in need of renovation, ideal for creating your dream home or as an investment. Given its size, layout and original features, it is difficult to find anything like this in the city centre.
The property measures 256 m2 according to the Land Registry (229 m2 of living space and 27 m2 of communal areas). The flat retains the character of early 20th-century Barcelona architecture: high ceilings with plaster mouldings, wooden arches separating the rooms, period glazed doors, wooden joinery with interior shutters, and original hexagonal hydraulic tiles in one of the rooms. All of this provides an excellent basis for a renovation that combines the charm of the past with modern comfort.
You enter the flat through a spacious hall which leads off to a central corridor, ensuring that the day and night areas are clearly separated. The living room faces outwards and has a balcony overlooking Via Laietana. It enjoys plenty of natural light and offers unobstructed views of some of the avenue's most stately facades. The large, separate dining room is ideal for family gatherings or for incorporating into a large open-plan living area. The separate kitchen has space for a breakfast nook and an adjoining utility room.
The property has six bedrooms, several of which are double. The master bedroom is very spacious and opens onto a glazed gallery. In addition, there is currently one bathroom and a separate toilet.
The flat is equipped with natural gas radiator heating. The building, designed by the prestigious architect Enric Sagnier, has a lift and a communal terrace with a striking dome and 360-degree views over the city. The price includes a storage room on this terrace.
The flat's generous floor area allows for a variety of layouts: a spacious family home, a residence with a study or guest area, or a high-value investment property right in the city centre. The original arches, mouldings and flooring can become the hallmark of a contemporary and elegant interior design.
Via Laietana links the Gothic Quarter and the Born with the Eixample. From here, you can walk to the Cathedral, the Palau de la Musica, the Mercat de Santa Caterina, the Port Vell and the Passeig de Gracia. The Jaume I and Urquinaona metro stations and numerous bus routes are just a short walk away. It is a prestigious and central address, with all amenities within easy reach. The flat's location, opposite the police station and close to Ciutadella Park—which can be reached in around a 15-minute walk—offers an essential green space for leisure, outdoor sports and the much-needed respite from city life. Meanwhile, its proximity to the sea and the cultural venues of the Born adds immeasurable value to daily well-being in this privileged setting.
A unique property for those seeking space, history and a prime location in the heart of Barcelona.
The property has a valid energy performance certificate and certificate of occupancy, which will be provided to any interested party. Real estate agency fees will be borne by the seller, in accordance with the signed agreement.