Roma Norte, Mexico City.
Mexico City’s most-loved walkable neighbourhood, coffee shops, art deco buildings, and the highest expat density.
A free, sourced guide to renting an apartment in Roma Norte, Mexico City: walkability, safety, noise, median rent and what residents actually say.
Best coffee scene in Latin America.
Beautiful but it’s become a digital nomad colony.
I love it but I see how it’s changed local life.
What you get
- Best café and restaurant density in CDMX
- Most walkable neighbourhood in the city
- Beautiful art deco architecture
What you give up
- Rent has tripled since 2018
- Gentrification tension is contentious
- Earthquake risk is real for older buildings
Is Roma Norte a good neighborhood to rent an apartment in Mexico City?
Roma Norte is generally safe, with a Walk Score of 92/100 and median rent around $3,200 per m². It is best suited for digital nomads, couples, foodies. Mexico City’s most-loved walkable neighbourhood, coffee shops, art deco buildings, and the highest expat density.
How much does it cost to rent in Roma Norte, Mexico City?
Median asking rent in Roma Norte is roughly $3,200 per m², which puts it in line with comparable Mexico City neighborhoods. Actual prices vary by street, building age and apartment size. Rent has tripled since 2018. Gentrification tension is contentious
Is Roma Norte a safe neighborhood?
Roma Norte is generally safe. Our safety grade is B−, based on official Mexico police data and resident reports. Daytime safety is generally good across most blocks, with localized concerns covered in the full address-level report.
Is Roma Norte walkable?
Yes, Roma Norte is highly walkable, you can run most errands on foot. Walk Score: 92/100. Average ambient noise: 60 dB.
What is Roma Norte known for?
Tree-lined streets, restored art deco buildings, the city’s best café and restaurant scene, and a population that’s tipped heavily international since around 2018. The neighbourhood digital nomads picked. Best café and restaurant density in CDMX. Most walkable neighbourhood in the city. Beautiful art deco architecture
Who is Roma Norte best for?
Roma Norte is best for digital nomads, couples, foodies. Mexico City’s most-loved walkable neighbourhood, coffee shops, art deco buildings, and the highest expat density.
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