The bolthole to end all boltholes. If it just has to be Ruzafa for you because you have heard so much about it and love the vibe then this apartment with plenty of character in the heart of Ruzafa, in a 1923 building that keeps its original charm might be one that suits you. Equally finding an apartment in Ruzafa for under 300k these days is rare. There is no wasted corridor space as the 67m² are well used.

Two bedrooms face the street, both with balcony access. The main one is a double with a fitted wardrobe and the other is a single. The living-dining room is generous because it absorbed what was originally a third bedroom and the entrance hall. The ceilings were lowered at some point, but the original vaulted ceilings at over 3 metres could be restored if you fancy the project.

The kitchen with a window to the lightwell is easy to open up to the living room and in our opinion should be. There's a bathroom with shower and although not huge the space is well thought out. There is also a storage room included on the ground floor.

East-west orientation: natural light all day, cooler in the summer, warmer in the winter.

There is no lift currently, but the neighbours have installed one on either side in similar buildings so it's doable if you can get the community onside and actually feel you need one.

If you want something with personality and don't mind a first floor without a lift (for now), in the true beating heart of Ruzafa but on a pedestrianised street then it's worth a look.