Ciudad Lineal or Hortaleza: where to live?
A data comparison of Ciudad Lineal and Hortaleza: the average rent from Idealista's latest public report and the transport, safety and amenities scores the site calculates, home by home.
In short
- Rents are similar: 20.1 €/m² in Ciudad Lineal and 19.5 €/m² in Hortaleza.
- Ciudad Lineal does better on transport: 8.4 vs 6.8.
- Hortaleza does better on safety: 6.9 vs 6.1.
- Hortaleza does better on green space: 7.9 vs 6.9.
- Ciudad Lineal does better on walkability: 9.2 vs 8.0.
- Ciudad Lineal has more nightlife: 4.2 vs 2.9.
- Similar on families.
- Their centres are about 3.0 km apart as the crow flies.
Head to head
| Indicator | Ciudad Lineal | Hortaleza |
|---|---|---|
| Average rent | 20.1 €/m² | 19.5 €/m² |
| 60 m² flat (estimate) | €1,206/mo | €1,170/mo |
| Transport | 8.4/10 | 6.8/10 |
| Safety | 6.1/10 | 6.9/10 |
| Green space | 6.9/10 | 7.9/10 |
| Families | 7.5/10 | 8.2/10 |
| Walkability | 9.2/10 | 8.0/10 |
| Nightlife | 4.2/10 | 2.9/10 |
Scores are indicative: they summarise public data and are no substitute for visiting the area. The 60 m² flat is an estimate based on the average price per m². How each score is calculated
What Ciudad Lineal is like
Elongated district centred on calle Arturo Soria, with a mix of blocks, detached houses and neighbourhood commerce. Good metro connections (lines 4, 5 and 7) and a mature residential atmosphere. Mid-range prices and some heterogeneity: quieter to the north, denser to the south. A good fit for established families and professionals seeking stability and contained prices without straying too far from the city core.
Full page for Ciudad LinealWhat Hortaleza is like
Green district in the northeast, with consolidated neighbourhoods (Canillas, Pinar del Rey) and recent developments (Sanchinarro, Valdebebas). Good safety levels, bilingual schools and full services. Limited metro in new areas; car dependence is common. Moderate prices. Recommended for young families with children who prioritise a safe environment over connectivity.
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