Elegant 3-Bedroom Apartment with Balconies on Prestigious Barcelona Avenue
TEMPORARY RENTAL EXCLUSIVELY FOR LEISURE AND HOLIDAYS
Duration: 3–11 months
Rent: €4,995/month
This property is offered exclusively for temporary holiday, leisure or recreational stays, including non-residential cultural visits. It is not available as a primary residence or for stays arising from employment, studies, internships, relocation, medical treatment or other residential needs.
Tenants must maintain their permanent residence elsewhere, provide documentary proof of that residence and demonstrate the holiday purpose of their stay. This purpose will be expressly stated in the rental contract.
THE APARTMENT
Elegant apartment on Rambla de Catalunya, in the heart of Barcelona's Eixample district, within a historic building and beautifully renovated with high-quality finishes.
Offering 131 m² of usable floor area according to the occupancy certificate, the apartment features three spacious double bedrooms, two bathrooms, a living and dining room with two balconies overlooking tree-lined Rambla de Catalunya, a separate kitchen with premium appliances, a laundry area and a study space.
The main suite includes a walk-in wardrobe and a private bathroom with natural light, overlooking a peaceful interior courtyard. Original Catalan vaulted ceilings have been carefully restored, preserving the property's architectural character. The layout separates the living and sleeping areas for comfort and privacy.
The apartment is fully furnished and equipped. Its exceptional location near pedestrianised Consell de Cent offers restaurants, boutiques, shops and excellent transport links.
Maximum authorised occupancy: 7 people.
RENTAL TERMS AND COSTS
Monthly rent: €4,995
Security deposit: 2 months (€9,990)
Agency fees: 10% of annual rent + VAT.
Community fees and property tax (IBI) are payable by the owner unless otherwise validly agreed.
Not included: electricity, water, Wi-Fi, gas (if applicable) and other individually billed utilities. Charges are based on consumption or invoices.
Any additional guarantees will be specified in the rental contract.
STATE RENTAL PRICE REFERENCE SYSTEM
Barcelona is designated as a stressed residential rental market area.
Reference price: €1,557.98–€2,651.26 per month.
The property is offered exclusively for holidays, leisure or recreation, not to meet residential housing needs. Where this purpose is properly documented and all legal requirements are met, residential rent limitations do not apply.
PROPERTY AND OWNER INFORMATION
The owner is NOT classified as a large-scale property owner ("gran tenedor").
Address: Rambla de Catalunya, 40, 08007 Barcelona
Usable area according to occupancy certificate: 131 m²
Cadastral reference: 0326719DF3802E0015UP
Occupancy certificate: CHB03677117001
Maximum occupancy: 7 people
ENERGY EFFICIENCY
Energy rating: E
Consumption: 148 kWh/m²/year (E)
Emissions: 31 kg CO₂/m²/year (E)
Registration: 4QPSJW717
Supplied certificate valid until: 13 April 2026. Renewal pending.
REAL ESTATE AGENT
Urbane International Real Estate
Casp, 46, 2-1A, 08010 Barcelona
AICAT: 8994
[email protected]
RENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Tenants must prove that they maintain their primary residence elsewhere and that their stay is exclusively for holiday, leisure or recreational purposes. The apartment cannot be used to meet housing needs arising from work, studies, relocation or similar circumstances.
Contact us for availability and required documentation. We do not accept telephone enquiries; please use email or the contact form.
Property features
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About Eixample Izquierda
Properties for Sale in Eixample Izquierda, Barcelona
Eixample Izquierda, known locally as Eixample Esquerra, is one of the most desirable areas for buyers searching for properties for sale in Barcelona. Located on the western side of Passeig de Gràcia, this central and well-connected district combines elegant period architecture, wide avenues, excellent local amenities and a highly practical location for everyday city living.
For buyers looking for apartments for sale in Eixample Izquierda, the area offers an exceptional variety of homes: beautifully renovated modernist apartments, spacious family properties, investment opportunities and original flats in classic Barcelona buildings waiting to be transformed. It is one of the city’s most established residential neighbourhoods and remains particularly popular with international buyers, professionals, families and investors.
A Central Barcelona Location with Excellent Connectivity
Eixample Esquerra was developed as part of Ildefons Cerdà’s visionary nineteenth-century expansion plan for Barcelona. His famous grid system introduced wide streets, chamfered corners, generous blocks and better light and ventilation than the old medieval city.
Today, the neighbourhood extends from Passeig de Gràcia and Gran Via towards Plaça d’Espanya, with the Avinguda Diagonal forming part of its northern boundary. Its central position provides easy access to the city centre, high-end shopping on Passeig de Gràcia, business districts, international schools, hospitals, restaurants, cafés and multiple metro and train connections.
The area is also close to Montjuïc, Fira Barcelona and Plaça d’Espanya, making it an excellent choice for buyers who value convenience, transport links and a central Barcelona lifestyle.
Apartments for Sale in Eixample Izquierda
Properties for sale in Eixample Izquierda range from compact city apartments to large, elegant principal-floor residences in classic fincas regias. Many of the district’s most attractive homes retain original period features, including:
High ceilings with decorative mouldings
Traditional hydraulic mosaic floors
Original wooden doors and shutters
Large windows and balconies
Spacious layouts with rooms overlooking the street and quiet interior courtyards
Some apartments have already been fully renovated to a high standard, while others offer excellent refurbishment potential. This creates opportunities for buyers looking for a turnkey home as well as those wishing to create a bespoke apartment in one of Barcelona’s most sought-after locations.
Why Buy Property in Eixample Esquerra?
Eixample Izquierda offers a strong balance of lifestyle, location and long-term appeal. Unlike more tourist-focused parts of the city, it remains a genuine residential neighbourhood, with local shops, bakeries, markets, schools, medical facilities and a lively yet relaxed atmosphere.
The neighbourhood also offers a wide range of price points depending on the exact street, building condition, floor level, outdoor space and renovation quality. Buyers can find more accessible apartments requiring renovation alongside premium renovated homes in prestigious buildings near Passeig de Gràcia, Rambla de Catalunya, Enric Granados and Diagonal.
Whether you are looking for a primary residence, a family home, a pied-à-terre or an investment property in Barcelona, Eixample Izquierda offers one of the city’s strongest combinations of architectural character, central location and everyday convenience.
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