At Savills, we are proud to present El Carmen San Cayetano, a unique 1,397 m² building located in the heart of the Albaicín, one of the most iconic neighborhoods in central Granada.
This property comes with an approved license for the development of 14 apartments, offering a rare opportunity to carry out a residential project in a privileged location, with the added benefit of car access
At Savills, we are proud to present El Carmen San Cayetano, a unique 1,397 m² building located in the heart of the Albaicín, one of the most iconic neighborhoods in central Granada.
This property comes with an approved license for the development of 14 apartments, offering a rare opportunity to carry out a residential project in a privileged location, with the added benefit of car access directly to the street—a rarity in this area.
Currently distributed across several floors, the building retains original features that reflect its traditional character, providing authenticity and a wide range of renovation possibilities. The approved license allows for the optimization of the built area and enhances the property’s appeal through its transformation into 14 apartments.
Upon entering the building, you are welcomed by a characteristic entrance hall that leads to a central courtyard, the core of the structure and a hallmark of Granada’s architectural style. From here, the various rooms and levels unfold, offering abundant natural light and views thanks to the elevated position. The upper floors feature spacious areas ready to be converted into modern residences while preserving the historic charm of the property.
Among its main advantages are not only the granted renovation license, which allows the project to begin immediately, but also the heritage value of the building and its architectural potential. The combination of courtyards, balconies, and classic layout makes Carmen San Cayetano the perfect canvas for creating unique apartments with their own identity.
Located on Calle Zafra, one of the few streets in the Albaicín with car access, the property offers added value in terms of comfort and functionality. All of this in an exceptional setting: just minutes from Granada’s historic center, surrounded by services, shops, cultural venues, stunning historic buildings, and the neighborhood’s renowned culinary scene.
The Albaicín is Granada’s oldest quarter, a Moorish medina that survived the Reconquista largely intact and today carries UNESCO World Heritage status as part of the broader Granada monumental zone. Its whitewashed carmenes, steep cobbled lanes, and terraced gardens occupy the hillside directly opposite the Alhambra, and the relationship between the two defines the character of the entire district. Living here means inhabiting a layer of the city that has remained architecturally coherent for centuries, with the skyline of the Alhambra visible from countless vantage points.
Daily life in the Albaicín centres on Plaza Larga and the Arco de las Pesas market for fresh produce, with the Mirador de San Nicolás a short walk away. Restaurants along Calderería Nueva and around Plaza Nueva serve as the main dining corridor. The Hammam Al Ándalus bathhouse and the Corral del Carbón cultural venue are both within ten minutes on foot.
Granada city centre is reachable on foot from the Albaicín in under fifteen minutes, and the main bus terminal connects to Madrid, Seville, and Málaga by coach. Granada train station offers direct services to Madrid Atocha in approximately three hours by high-speed rail. Federico García Lorca Granada-Jaén Airport is located roughly 17 kilometres west of the city, with a transfer time of around 20 to 25 minutes by car, serving domestic routes and select European connections.
Get nearby
Attractions
Schools
Estación de Tren Granada
Train Station
6 min
Alhambra
Cultural & Heritage
10 min
Generalife
Cultural & Heritage
12 min
Calle Recogidas
Shopping & Lifestyle
5 min
Plaza Nueva
Dining & Wine
2 min
Los Patos Spa - Barceló Hotel
Luxury Wellness & Spas
8 min
Colegio Internacional de Granada
International School
18 min
Centro de Lenguas Modernas, Universidad de Granada