Living in Doctores
Colonia Doctores is a historic neighborhood located in the southern part of the Cuauhtémoc borough in Mexico City (postal code 06720). Originally known as Colonia de la Indianilla and Colonia Hidalgo, it adopted its current name from streets named after 19th-century physicians such as Dr. Río de la Loza and Dr. Vértiz. It covers approximately 252 hectares, bordered by Arcos de Belén to the north, Eje 3 Sur to the south, Eje Central to the east, and Avenida Cuauhtémoc to the west. It is home to around 41,900 residents in 15,000 households, with a median age of 34 and an average of 11 years of schooling. Landmarks in the area include the Siglo XXI National Medical Center, Arena México, and the Centro Escolar Revolución, located on the former site of the Belén Prison.
Living in Colonia Doctores means being in a bustling commercial area with nearly 3,900 businesses and a strong institutional presence in the healthcare sector. It boasts excellent connectivity via Metro Lines 3 and 4 and proximity to the Historic Center. Its working-class heritage, medical facilities, and cultural offerings make it an attractive option for those seeking apartments or houses for sale or rent in the Cuauhtémoc borough, with a central location and easy access to services.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently asked questions about living in the area
- In Doctores 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 Doctores there are health centers and hospitals such as Instituto Oftalmologia or Hospital Nacional Homeopático.
- Doctores has several elementary schools, high schools, and nearby universities, such as Escuela Libre de Derecho or Secundaria Diurna N° 14 "Jorge Quijano".
- In Doctores there are parks such as Plaza Cándido Mayo to enjoy the outdoors.
- Near Doctores you will find shopping malls, markets, and local stores such as Mercado de San Juan or Mercado de Mixcalco.
- In Doctores you can visit malls such as Plaza de La Solidaridad and nearby leisure & attractions such as monumento ala revolución.
- Yes, Doctores is a family-friendly area with nearby schools, parks, and health centers within a short distance.