Prime Historic Mansion in the Heart of Walled City, Cartagena
Calle Vélez Danies | Mixed-Use Zoning | 556.59 m² (5,991 sq ft)
“An irreplaceable architectural asset in Latin America’s most celebrated historic district.”
Situated on the iconic Calle Vélez Danies in the absolute heart of Cartagena’s historic Walled City, this monumental 4-level residence offers an extraordinary opportunity for institutional investors, luxury hospitality brands, and private collectors. Located steps from the Banco de la República, Hotel Movich, Plaza Simón Bolívar, and Plaza de la Aduana, it sits at the ground zero of international tourism and high-end commerce.
💎 Investment & Development Highlights
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Irreplaceable Trophy Location: Prime position in the UNESCO World Heritage district surrounded by five-star hotels and luxury boutiques.
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Flexible Mixed-Use Zoning: Permitted for both premium commercial (hospitality, flagship retail, fine dining, private club) and exclusive high-end residential developments.
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Vertical Architecture & Natural Light: Spanning 4 structured levels connected by a central interior courtyard that provides optimal natural ventilation across all floors.
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Rooftop Terrace Potential: Architectural clearance to construct a panoramic rooftop lookout terrace accessed via a spiral staircase from the upper mezzanine level, offering vistas over the Walled City.
📐 Property Layout & Spatial Distribution
Total Built Area: 556.59 m² (5,991 sq ft) across 4 Levels
| Floor Level |
Built Area |
Structural Layout & Features |
| Ground Floor (First Level) |
158.49 m² / 1,706 sq ft |
Grand entrance, street-level access, inner courtyard, optimal for reception or retail |
| Second Level |
154.66 m² / 1,664 sq ft |
Expansive layout, high ceilings, central lightwell |
| Third Level |
163.05 m² / 1,755 sq ft |
Classic colonial balcony, premium natural light, grand living spaces |
| Fourth Level (Internal Mezzanine) |
80.39 m² / 865 sq ft |
Anteroom, 2 full bedrooms, 1 full bathroom, access to rooftop lookout space |
🏨 Development Concepts & Highest & Best Use
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Luxury Boutique Hotel: Ideal footprint for an 8-to-12 key ultra-luxury hotel with a rooftop lounge and street-level reception.
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Flagship Retail / Concept Store: Perfect position for international luxury brands seeking high foot traffic and prestige presence.
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Michelin-Style Fine Dining / Private Club: Multi-level gastronomic venue utilizing distinct floors for private dining rooms, main hall, and a rooftop cocktail bar.
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Private Family Compound: A grand single-family estate combining historic heritage with modern luxury living.
💰 Financials & Asking Price
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Asking Price: $13,500,000,000 COP (Thirteen Billion Five Hundred Million Colombian Pesos)
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Location Reference: Calle Vélez Danies (Adjacent to Hotel Movich, Plaza Simón Bolívar & Plaza de la Aduana)
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Zoning: Mixed-Use (Residential / Commercial)