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Best Neighborhoods in Barcelona for Young Professional & Students (2025)
07/05/2025 16:55:41
Barcelona life
Top Neighborhoods in Barcelona for Young Professionals and Students (2025 Guide)
Moving to Barcelona for a few months is one of the most exciting choices a student or young professional can make, but it also comes with challenges. The biggest one? Choosing the right neighborhood to call home.
With its diverse districts and unique character, Barcelona offers something for everyone. But if you’re staying mid-term — say, for a semester, internship, or remote work period— you want to land in a spot that’s both practical and inspiring.
This guide highlights only neighborhoods where LiveFurther offers quality mid-term rentals, so you can be confident that finding the right area also means finding the right room.
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🏘️ El Clot / Poblenou / Sant Martí – Affordable, Modern, and Close to the Beach
These interconnected neighborhoods offer a fantastic mix of tranquility, innovation, and beach access.
Located in the up-and-coming Sant Martí district, you'll find everything from tech offices and coworking spaces to sunny terraces and quiet plazas. It's ideal for:
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Remote workers looking for a peaceful vibe
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Students and interns needing easy transport and affordable rent
The area is connected by multiple metro lines (Clot, Glòries, Poblenou), and you're a short walk or bike ride away from the beach.
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🏫 Les Corts – Quiet, Safe, and Perfect for Students
Looking for a more traditional, quiet part of town? Les Corts might be your match.
It’s close to major universities like ESADE, IESE, and UB, making it popular among both local and international students. The area is:
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Residential and peaceful, perfect for study or work
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Well connected to metro and bus lines
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Safe and clean, with parks and shopping centers nearby
Ideal for students who want to focus — without missing out on city life.
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🏛️ Eixample – Elegant, Central, and Super Connected
If you want everything at your doorstep — cafés, shops, gyms, language schools — then Eixample is for you.
Known for its iconic grid layout and wide boulevards, this neighborhood is:
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Great for students at Universitat de Barcelona or nearby language academies
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Walkable and safe, with great nightlife and dining options
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A mix of modern apartments and historical architecture
Perfect for professionals and students who want a central yet upscale feel.
🌊 Barceloneta – Beachside Living Meets City Life
Dreaming of living near the beach? Barceloneta puts the Mediterranean right outside your door.
With sandy shores, tapas bars, and an unbeatable sunset view, it’s ideal for:
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Shorter mid-term stays
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Remote workers or lifestyle-focused expats
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Anyone who wants to blend city energy with beachside chill
This area is trendy, social, and perfectly located for daily swims, evening walks, and seafood brunches.
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🎨 Gràcia – Artistic, Local, and Bohemian
Gràcia feels like a small town within Barcelona. With its tight-knit streets, lively squares, and indie cafés, it’s full of charm.
A favorite among:
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Erasmus students
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Creatives and freelancers
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Anyone seeking a local, authentic experience
It’s quieter than the city center but full of life — especially in the evenings when the plazas fill with music and chatter.
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🍷 Sant Antoni – Hipster, Foodie-Friendly, and Central
Sant Antoni strikes the perfect balance between relaxed living and easy access to the city center.
What makes it special:
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Brunch spots and third-wave coffee shops around every corner
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Close to El Raval, Eixample, and Poble-sec
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Loved by both young professionals and international students
It’s trendy without being touristy — the kind of place where you’ll quickly feel at home.
✅ Bonus Tips: How to Choose the Right Area
Still not sure which neighborhood fits you best? Here are some quick tips:
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🎓 Are you here to study or 💼 work remotely?
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🛏️ Do you prefer a quiet neighborhood or a social, lively one?
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💰 What’s your budget range for rent?
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🏖️ Is beach access important, or would you rather be close to a university or metro?
📢 Ready to Find Your New Home?
Explore rooms in any of these neighborhoods now — fully furnished, community-focused, and ready for your mid-term stay in Barcelona.
