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El Vergel
One of Cuenca's most sought-after neighborhoods, along the Yanuncay river
El Vergel is where Cuenca's real estate holds its value best. Just south of the Historic Center and bordered by the Yanuncay river, it blends tree-lined streets, walkability to the stadium and Av. Solano, and one of the city's best mixes of traditional homes and modern condos.
It's a favorite among both established Cuencano families and North American and European retirees who want to walk to cafés, parks and healthcare without depending on a car. Steady demand keeps prices among the highest in the city.
What to expect
- Walking distance to the Yanuncay river and its greenways
- Close to the stadium, Av. Solano and the Historic Center
- A mix of traditional houses and new-build apartments
- Established area with strong long-term value retention
Ideal for
Buyers who prioritize value retention, walkability and a prestigious central location.
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$490 /mesArriendo
2 hab. · 1.5 baños · 75 m² const.Departamento luminoso en El VergelEl Vergel
$265.000Casa
4 hab. · 3.5 baños · 260 m² const.Residencia de autor en El VergelEl Vergel
$152.000Casa
3 hab. · 2.5 baños · 175 m² const.Casa con jardín en El VergelEl Vergel
$650 /mesArriendo
2 hab. · 2.5 baños · 110 m² const.Departamento de lujo en El VergelEl Vergel
$145.000Casa
3 hab. · 2.5 baños · 180 m² const.Casa moderna de 3 habitaciones en El VergelEl Vergel
Frequently asked questions about El Vergel
- How much does a house cost in El Vergel, Cuenca?
- Houses in El Vergel trade at roughly $1,100 to $1,550 per m², with about $1,300/m² as the midpoint. For a 150 m² home that works out to around $195,000. The final price depends on the condition of the build, the exact street and whether it has been renovated.
- How much does land cost in El Vergel?
- Land in El Vergel runs about $250 to $550 per m². Lots with street frontage, utilities already connected and buildable topography sit at the upper end of that range.
- How much is rent in El Vergel?
- Rentals in El Vergel run about $6 to $8 per m² per month, so a 90 m² apartment lands near $585 a month. Furnished units aimed at foreigners usually ask more.
- Is El Vergel a good area to invest in?
- It is one of the areas that best holds its value in Cuenca: steady demand, little land left to build on, and buyers both local and foreign. The trade-off is one of the highest entry prices in the city.
- Is El Vergel a good neighborhood for expats and retirees?
- Yes — El Vergel is one of the areas where Cuenca's foreign community concentrates, which means services in English, international restaurants and neighbors who have already been through the process. Buyers who prioritize value retention, walkability and a prestigious central location.