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Las Condes (El Golf / Sanhattan)
Santiago, Chile · Neighborhood Guide
Santiago's financial district and upscale suburban corridor — glass towers, 5-star hotels, premium restaurants, and the main corporate expat zone; clean, safe, and modern
Last updated March 2026
Las Condes (El Golf / Sanhattan) at a Glance
Higher-End
Cost Level
CLP 650,000–1,200,000/month for 1-BR (~$680–$1,260 USD)
Rent Range
Excellent — safest comuna in Santiago with heavy security presence and private guards.
Safety
100–500 Mbps fibre standard in all modern buildings.
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Who Lives in Las Condes (El Golf / Sanhattan)?
Corporate expats, banking executives, diplomats, Chilean upper class, international school families.
Living in Las Condes (El Golf / Sanhattan) — Practical Details
Walkability
Good in El Golf/Sanhattan — offices, restaurants, and hotels walkable. Suburban Las Condes requires transport.
Grocery & Food Access
Excellent — Parque Arauco mall, Jumbo, and specialty imported goods stores.
Getting Around
- Metro Line 1 (El Golf, Tobalaba stations)
- Uber/taxi
- Corporate shuttle services
Nearby Coworking
- WeWork Santiago (Apoquindo)
- Regus Las Condes
- Multiple corporate serviced offices
Insider Tips for Las Condes (El Golf / Sanhattan)
- 1Sanhattan (San Isidro and Apoquindo) is Santiago's Wall Street — corporate dining and networking hub
- 2Parque Arauco mall is enormous — international brands, cinema, restaurants, and a good food court
- 3International schools (Nido de Aguilas, Santiago College) are in or near Las Condes
- 4The area is safe and convenient but can feel corporate and impersonal — balance with Providencia social time
FAQ — Las Condes (El Golf / Sanhattan), Santiago
What is Las Condes (El Golf / Sanhattan) like for expats?
Las Condes (El Golf / Sanhattan) is a higher-end neighborhood in Santiago. Santiago's financial district and upscale suburban corridor — glass towers, 5-star hotels, premium restaurants, and the main corporate expat zone; clean, safe, and modern Best for: Corporate expats, business executives, diplomatic community, families near international schools; higher budget required
How much does it cost to live in Las Condes (El Golf / Sanhattan), Santiago?
Las Condes (El Golf / Sanhattan) is classified as "Higher-End" in Santiago. Typical rent: CLP 650,000–1,200,000/month for 1-BR (~$680–$1,260 USD). Total monthly budget in Santiago: $1,200–2,000.
Is Las Condes (El Golf / Sanhattan) safe for expats?
Excellent — safest comuna in Santiago with heavy security presence and private guards.
Who lives in Las Condes (El Golf / Sanhattan)?
Corporate expats, banking executives, diplomats, Chilean upper class, international school families.
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