Quality of life, housing options, and its proximity to Barcelona are just a few of the advantages of living in Sant Cugat del Vallès, one of the municipalities with the highest per capita income in the area.
Just under thirty kilometers separate Sant Cugat del Vallès from the heart of Barcelona—a mere three-quarters of an hour—making the idea of living in Sant Cugat—a municipality located in the Vallés Occidental region—an ideal choice. In fact, you can be at Tibidabo in just over ten minutes. But its proximity to the Catalan capital—with which it even shares the Las Planas district—is just one of the many advantages of living in Sant Cugat.
With an area of 48.2km² and a population of just over 94,000, the municipality offers a quiet alternative with good transportation links to Barcelona—the perfect place to put down roots. It is also one of the 36 municipalities that make up the Barcelona metropolitan area. Still not sure whether to live in Barcelona or move to the best part of Sant Cugat del Vallés? Below, we’ll tell you about some of the town’s highlights that will help put your mind at ease.
Reasons to Live in Sant Cugat del Vallès
Quality of Life
If you’re thinking about buying a home, it’s more than likely that you’re ready to put down roots. Living in Sant Cugat del Vallès means choosing a peaceful lifestyle without sacrificing amenities, while appreciating its proximity to the capital and its quality of life. Did you know that this Barcelona municipality ranks third in the province in terms of per capita income? That’s certainly a good indicator to help tip the scales in its favor.
Communications
The proximity to the capital is a plus for living in Sant Cugat, but for that distance to be negligible, it’s important to highlight its extensive transportation network. The AP7, B30, and C16 all run through the municipality, and there are also the well-known Vallvidrera tunnels, which provide easy access to the city center, as do the Rabassada Road and its counterpart, the Vallvidrera Road. And there’s more.
There is no shortage of road connections to other towns, as well as various bus and train lines that round out the municipality’s transportation network, making this another advantage of living in San Cugat.
Services
The same is true when it comes to services. Although its population is just over 94,000, living in San Cugat doesn’t mean sacrificing any of them—quite the opposite. In addition to excellent transportation links, the town boasts high-quality schools, a network of bike lanes, and a pedestrian-friendly downtown area in line with its commitment to sustainable mobility, as well as a more than adequate selection of leisure and entertainment options.
In addition, housing prices are significantly lower than those in Barcelona, so if you’re deciding between new construction in the city of Barcelona and properties in the surrounding area, you’ll likely find the latter to be more affordable.
Population
As if all this weren’t enough, the population is young and dynamic, a fact reflected in the atmosphere of its streets, its recreational offerings, and its services. Although there are facilities and activities for all ages, playgrounds and spaces for young people abound. It’s no wonder that living in San Cugat is a top choice for families with children seeking peace and quiet and a high quality of life.
Nature
The surroundings also help make the decision to live in Sant Cugat del Vallés a very appealing option. It’s not just that the city boasts a fascinating architectural heritage—with unique buildings such as the Monestir (designated a Site of Cultural Interest), various museums, and a wide array of Modernist structures—given its status as a favorite destination for the Catalan bourgeoisie at the beginning of the last century.
Being close to nature is another advantage of living in San Cugat. The proximity of the Collserola Natural Park, with more than 8,000 hectares of protected green space, is undoubtedly a major draw.
The Best Neighborhoods to Live in San Cugat
Now that the idea of living in Barcelona or any other town in the Barcelona metropolitan area has been ruled out, all that’s left is to choose the best neighborhood in Sant Cugat to live in. Five districts, each divided into several neighborhoods, make up the city’s layout, offering residential options to suit every taste, lifestyle, and budget. Which ones are the most highly rated? Here are a few of them:
● Parc de l’Alba in Cerdanyola del Vallès
Parc de l’Alba is a new district in Cerdanyola del Vallès, Barcelona, that combines residential areas, green spaces, and zones dedicated to scientific and technological innovation. If this is the place for you, you’ll be interested in the new-construction developments by CULMIA Xaloc Parc de l’Alba.
CULMIA Xaloc Parc de l’Alba is a new-construction development located in Parc de l’Alba, Cerdanyola del Vallès, Barcelona. It consists of 66 homes with 1, 2, 3, and 4 bedrooms, all featuring spacious terraces. The complex offers common areas that include a community pool, landscaped gardens, a Social Club, a Cardioprotected Area, and a Smart Box. It also features parking spaces and storage units. The development stands out for its A energy rating, ensuring efficiency and sustainability.
● Central Park
If you’re looking for a quiet, family-friendly neighborhood to live in Sant Cugat del Vallés that’s also well-connected, Parc Central might be your best option. Its proximity to several green spaces, as well as the FGC stations at Sant Cugat and Volpelleres, are among its main attractions. However, the noise from passing trains can be a drawback in some areas of this neighborhood, which is characterized by high-end homes.
● Can Mates
Can Mates, a newly developed neighborhood, is—along with Volpelleres—one of the most sought-after areas among those considering moving to Sant Cugat del Vallès. Its modern buildings, featuring spacious common areas, are a major draw, complemented by excellent transportation links and stunning views not only of the town itself but also of the Collserola Natural Park and even Montserrat from the Turò de Can Mates park.
● Volpelleres
Like the previous neighborhood, Volpelleres was built at the beginning of the new millennium, which, in practice, makes it one of the most modern and best places to live in Sant Cugat. Modernity is the hallmark of this quiet, family-friendly neighborhood, located near Rubí and well-connected. The area’s gradual growth has been key to providing it with services, infrastructure, and shops, which have, little by little, brought the neighborhood to life.
The Eixample, southeast of the town center of Sant Cugat; Coll Favà, in the northern part of the city and quite close to the monastery; and the central neighborhoods of Arxiu and El Colomer are other interesting areas, each with their own advantages and disadvantages.
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