Room in 7-bedroom apartment in Lavapiés, Madrid

The rooms for rent in this 7-bedroom apartment on Calle del Mesón de Paredes are bright and they all have balconies. The furnishings are contemporary and economical, and they fit in nicely with the parquet floors and French balcony doors on all major rooms. There are two shared bathrooms, one with a bathtub and the other with a shower stall, so you never have to wait - or at least not for long! Natural light spills into the kitchen, which has all the major appliances, including a dishwasher and washing machine. You can eat a meal in the dining room, which has a six-seat table, along with a small sofa if you’re just chatting. And the living room, where you can watch TV, also has a cozy sofa and a little balcony overlooking the street.

Technically, your apartment is located in the Lavapiés neighborhood, but in reality it’s closer to the center of La Latina. Either way, you’re in a lively area filled with artists. Just outside your front door is the bustling Plaza Tirso de Molina, where you can people-watch or buy fresh-cut flowers, because this is the best flower street market in Spain! There is a nearby Dia supermarket, where you can get groceries, and when you’re in the mood to eat out, you’ll find plenty of restaurant choices. A bakery and natural foods store are only 4 minutes away, and if you’re looking for a night at the theater, Teatro La Latina is a 5-minute walk away.