Hortaleza or San Blas-Canillejas: where to live?
A data comparison of Hortaleza and San Blas-Canillejas: the average rent from Idealista's latest public report and the transport, safety and amenities scores the site calculates, home by home.
In short
- Renting in San Blas-Canillejas is 10% cheaper than in Hortaleza: 17.6 €/m² vs 19.5 €/m².
- Hortaleza does better on safety: 6.9 vs 5.8.
- Similar on transport, green space, families, walkability and nightlife.
- Their centres are about 4.9 km apart as the crow flies.
Head to head
| Indicator | Hortaleza | San Blas-Canillejas |
|---|---|---|
| Average rent | 19.5 €/m² | 17.6 €/m² |
| 60 m² flat (estimate) | €1,170/mo | €1,056/mo |
| Transport | 6.8/10 | 7.6/10 |
| Safety | 6.9/10 | 5.8/10 |
| Green space | 7.9/10 | 7.6/10 |
| Families | 8.2/10 | 7.8/10 |
| Walkability | 8.0/10 | 8.6/10 |
| Nightlife | 2.9/10 | 3.0/10 |
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 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.
Full page for HortalezaWhat San Blas-Canillejas is like
Eastern district with a strong working-class identity (San Blas) and newer areas towards Canillejas and Las Rosas. Metro line 7 runs through the district; proximity to the airport, IFEMA and the Estadio Metropolitano. Low prices and genuine neighbourhood life. Limited cultural and nightlife offer and uneven safety in some areas. Suitable for those seeking affordable prices with access to the eastern part of the city.
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