Located in one of the most emblematic areas of Porto's downtown, this magnificent historic building on Rua de Fernandes Tomás, between Rua de Sá da Bandeira and Rua do Bonjardim, stands out for its charm and unique character. With facades of high heritage value and interiors of great elegance, this property represents a success in terms of rehabilitation and enhancement.
Set within a large 850 m² plot, it offers enormous potential for different types of investors, whether for housing, commerce, or a mixed-use concept. Its prime location guarantees proximity to a vast range of services, commerce, and transport, in one of the most dynamic and authentic neighborhoods in Porto.
A rare opportunity for investors and developers in the 'cidade invicta', full of history and potential, in the beating heart of the city.
SURROUNDINGS
The stretch of Rua Fernandes Tomás where the building is located is a consolidated commerce and services area of the city's downtown, undergoing profound transformation driven by impactful works for the city, most notably the rehabilitation of the Mercado do Bolhão.
PUBLIC TRANSPORT
The building is very well served by public transport. The Trindade metro stations (connection to the airport, Campanhã / Matosinhos / University Campus / S. João Hospital / Corte Inglês / Vila Nova de Gaia) and Bolhão (connection to Campanhã/ Boavista / Casa da Música / Matosinhos) are less than 5 minutes walking distance. The main bus lines of Porto originate at Avenida dos Aliados, 5 minutes away—Porto's most emblematic avenue, where the City Hall and the main hotels in the city center are located.
COMMERCE AND SERVICES
The surroundings of the building are a very lively residential and commercial area, featuring traditional city shops. In the block, there is a Pingo Doce supermarket (opposite Mercado do Bolhão) and many gourmet grocery stores. Walking up Rua de Fernandes Tomás leads to Rua de Santa Catarina, the main commercial axis of downtown Porto, where the Via Catarina Shopping Centre, the emblematic Café Majestic, and a wide variety of international brands such as Zara, Cortefiel, and Fnac are located. The area has numerous restaurants offering national and international cuisine. A few minutes' walk from the building is the Hospital Privado da Trindade. The city's largest public hospital (Hospital de S. João) is 15 minutes away by metro.
PARKING IN THE SURROUNDINGS
There are many parking lots in the vicinity. On Rua Fernandes Tomás there are 3 parking lots: Parque da Trindade (2 minutes walking distance) and the Via Catarina and la Vie Porto Baixa shopping centre parking lots (5 minutes walking distance). Silo Auto is located on Rua do Bolhão (opposite the building). There are also several family garages in the vicinity with affordable monthly subscriptions. The building's rehabilitation project, designed by a prestigious Architect, includes 13 units: 2 shops; 11 Apartments with T0 and T1 typologies.
The units have an occupancy licence and are ready for deed transfer.
This historic building is more than an investment; it is an opportunity to be part of history, with all the comfort and sophistication of the present. Schedule your visit now and discover the future of the past!
FINISHES AND EQUIPMENT MAP
COMMON AREAS
Structure:
Resistant granite masonry walls, reinforced with metal profiles (floors 1 and 2); metal profiles and laminated wood beams on floor 3.
Exterior walls:
Existing granite stonework. Existing granite masonry, covered with existing azulejo, with stone surrounds for openings. ETIC facade system with 80 mm thickness, painted light grey. Top floor facade covered in anthracite zinc sheet.
Interior partition walls:
Granite masonry and/or plasterboard, with acoustic insulation using mineral wool and acoustic mat (between apartments).
Interior and exterior doors:
tExisting solid wood doors (rehabilitated) and new doors replicated in colored or lacquered MDF.
Roof:
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