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# 3-bed apartment in Barajas, Madrid — €1,600 / mo

Flat / apartment in Alameda de Osuna, Madrid

3 beds 2 baths 110 m² Floor 7 Lift 

[Looking to buy in Barajas? View district → ](/spain/madrid/barajas)

-   Barajas, Madrid 
-   Rent ~€1,600/mo 
-   low expat community · Walkability 5/10 

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The neighbourhood

## What Barajas is actually like

The expat density in Barajas is low relative to central Madrid districts. The community that does exist skews heavily toward aviation professionals — pilots, cabin crew, and airline operations staff — alongside logistics and freight workers tied to the airport's cargo infrastructure. Latin American nationals, particularly from Colombia and Venezuela, represent a notable presence, with some clustering around the commercial streets near Calle de Barajas. English-speaking expats tend to gather at Cafetería el Artesano, one of the district's top-rated cafés, rather than any dedicated expat bar scene. There are 25 English-language services operating in the district (RelocateIQ local data, April 2026), which is functional without being extensive.

The local resident base is predominantly middle-class Spanish families, airport staff on shift patterns, and logistics professionals who prioritise road access over metro proximity. The social mix is stable and community-oriented rather than transient. Barajas scores 8/10 for both safety and family liveability (RelocateIQ analysis, April 2026), which reflects the demographic reality: this is a district where people put down roots, not one where they pass through.

Studios and one-beds represent the most liquid end of the Barajas market. Studios have a median purchase price of €115,000 with the shortest average days on market at 75, while one-beds sit at €165,000 with an 80-day average (Fotocasa, April 2026). These entry-level units carry the strongest yields — studios at 5.8%–7.2% and one-beds at 5.5%–6.9% — making them the primary target for buy-to-let investors focused on airport worker demand. Inventory at the studio level is thin, with only 25 units available for purchase, so competition moves quickly when well-priced stock appears.

Best for

-   ✓ Aviation professionals 
-   ✓ Value families 
-   ✓ Logistics workers 
-   ✓ First-time buyers 

Not for

-   × Nightlife seekers 
-   × City centre lovers 
-   × Walkability prioritizers 
-   × Luxury hunters 

Walkability

5.0/10 

Transit

7.0/10 

Safety

8.0/10 

Family

8.0/10 

Nightlife

3.0/10 

Green space

6.0/10 

Value

8.0/10 

Cost of life

## What life actually costs in Madrid

Monthly estimates · compared to London

Eating Out

€250

vs £400 in London

−37%

Groceries

€240

vs £340 in London

−29%

Transport

€55

vs £180 in London

−69%

Utilities

€130

vs £205 in London

−36%

Internet

€35

vs £50 in London

−30%

Gym

€45

vs £70 in London

−35%

Morning coffee

€1.44

per cup · vs London price

−36%

Draught beer

€2.72

per pint · vs London price

−36%

Figures are city-level monthly estimates. Source: Numbeo Cost of Living Index 2024, updated quarterly.

Getting around

## How connected is Barajas?

Madrid-Barajas Airport

🚌 32 min transit

🚗 14 min drive

Puerta del Sol, Madrid

🚌 48 min transit

🚗 27 min drive

Madrid Atocha Station

🚌 57 min transit

🚗 24 min drive

Nearest metro: Alameda de Osuna  · 1068m

€1,600

⚠ Approximate

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Market intelligence

## The Barajas property market

Price growth · last 12 months

+7.5%

2026 forecast

+4.5%

📅 Market data last verified: 24 August 2026

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Full neighbourhood guide

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Balanced Week of 2026-08-24 

### Buy

Balanced 

Active listings

39

Median price

€515,000

€4,440/m²

Avg days on market

83

Weeks of supply

—

### Rent

Balanced 

Active listings

40

Median price

€1,625

/month

Avg days on market

93

Weeks of supply

—

District intelligence · RelocateIQ

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## What renting here actually involves

Deposit

Spanish law limits deposits to 1 month's rent for residential properties. Landlords sometimes request an additional month as guarantee. Expect 1–2 months upfront: approximately €3,200 for this property.

Contract

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