Sant Antoni stands out for its strong personality within the urban fabric of Barcelona. This neighborhood has become one of the most sought-after for those looking for apartments for sale in Barcelona, notably thanks to the growing offer of apartments in Sant Antoni Barcelona that combine tradition and modernity.
Its name comes from the old convent of Sant Antoni Abat, founded in the 15th century near the city walls. From there started the old road to Fraga, one of the main access routes to neighboring villages such as Esplugues and Martorell, passing through the iconic neighborhood of Creu Coberta.
One of the key points of the neighborhood is undoubtedly the Sant Antoni Market, whose tradition dates back to the mid-19th century with the former Encants market. In the 19th century, under the direction of architect Rovira i Trias, the current iron building that gives the market its definitive shape was constructed. Originally a marginal and peripheral space, the market and its surroundings have established themselves as a true epicenter of popular and commercial life, an identity it preserves and renews thanks to the recent rehabilitation of its historic building.
The current appearance of the neighborhood also reflects the urban transformations of the 1929 Universal Exposition when the access routes to Montjuïc were remodeled and the shantytown areas between Paral·lel and Gran Vía were removed. Today, Mistral Avenue, an old medieval exit route from the city, is a pedestrian promenade that retains the neighborhood spirit.
For those seeking exclusive housing, BARNES Barcelona, a luxury real estate agency in Barcelona, offers a carefully curated selection of apartments for sale in Sant Antoni Barcelona, providing a unique combination of history, culture, and modernity.
