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Buenos Aires’ Defensa Street Ranks No. 24 on Time Out’s Coolest Streets List

The recognition highlights a heritage-rich corridor where street life reflects cultural cachet that translates into real-estate demand.

Overview

  • Time Out placed Defensa 24th out of 31 based on gastronomy, bars, culture, entertainment options and a strong sense of community.
  • Only three Latin American streets made the list, led by Rio de Janeiro’s Rua do Senado at No. 1 and joined by Mexico City’s Avenida Álvaro Obregón at No. 15.
  • Running from Plaza de Mayo to Parque Lezama in San Telmo, Defensa blends neocolonial façades and galleries with contemporary cafés and shops.
  • Weekly draw remains strong, with the San Telmo Sunday fair attracting more than 15,000 visitors seeking antiques and crafts.
  • Local data show average sale prices of about US$2,149 per m² in San Telmo and up to US$2,300 on Defensa, with average monthly rent around $670,316 and an estimated 5.2% annual yield.