Chimalistac
Living in Chimalistac
Chimalistac, in the Álvaro Obregón borough of Mexico City, is a historic residential neighborhood of pre-Hispanic origin ("place of the white shields") that houses approximately 973 people in 295 homes spread across 44 hectares. Those who live here enjoy quiet cobblestone streets, colonial architecture from the 17th to 19th centuries, and the Parque de la Bombilla (Lightbulb Park) with the Monument to Álvaro Obregón. It's ideal for families and professionals who appreciate its heritage environment, declared in 2012, and its proximity to San Ángel. Property values remain stable due to its architectural preservation (12 INAH monuments) and low commercial development, with 150 businesses that employ 4,000 people, offering affordable properties in the mid-range for purchase or rent.
The area boasts cultural attractions such as the 16th-century Parish of San Sebastián, the Ermita del Secreto, and Luis Barragán's Casa Gálvez, along with excellent connectivity to the city center via the Viveros-Coyoacán Metro station and Insurgentes-Revolución avenues. It offers high safety ratings for the Álvaro Obregón district thanks to community policing and low population density (221 inhabitants/km²); pollution is low due to its vegetation and the former Carmelite orchard. Education and healthcare are complemented by nearby private institutions, and the area's traditions and festivals are recognized as Intangible Cultural Heritage.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently asked questions about living in the area
- In Chimalistac there are different transportation options, such as trolleybus stations and brt stations. Thanks to this variety, getting around is easy.
- Yes, in the surroundings of Chimalistac there are health centers and hospitals such as Hospital San Angel Inn or Centro de Salud T.I Copilco el Alto.
- Chimalistac has several elementary schools, high schools, and nearby universities, such as iMatt Instituto de Matemáticas or 21 de agosto de 1944.
- In Chimalistac there are parks such as Parque de la Bombilla to enjoy the outdoors.
- Near Chimalistac you will find shopping malls, markets, and local stores such as Oasis Coyoacán or plaza loreto df distrito federal.
- In Chimalistac you can visit malls such as Oasis Coyoacán and nearby leisure & attractions such as la cineteca.
- Yes, Chimalistac is a family-friendly area with nearby schools, parks, and health centers within a short distance.
