In recent years, apartments have overtaken villas as the most popular type of properties for foreign buyers. And the most desirable area to buy an apartment is for many people the Gran Via neighbourhood.

Just outside the city centre, and beside the riverbed park, Gran Via is also adjacent to Russafa and is in itself a beautiful historic part of the city.

However, being historic can mean a lot of the properties are old, and need a lot of renovation. This is no problem for anybody with the time and energy, but we also know the attraction of an apartment that already been renovated and is ready to move into.

So have a look at this place. Completely modernised, floors, doors, windows, A/C system - everything in perfect condition. 155m2, so large living area and kitchen, with 3 bedrooms, one of which is en-suite.

If you are someone who loves the charm of this neighbourhood but just don't fancy 6 months of dust and noise and meetings with project managers (however nice and patient they are), then you should be seriously considering this apartment.