Vila de Gràcia

Vila de Gràcia, a neighborhood in Barcelona, is currently facing controversy surrounding the conversion of residential buildings into coliving spaces by investment funds. Specifically, a Dutch investment fund is attempting to transform a building at 14 Sant Agustí street into a coliving complex, dividing existing apartments into multiple rental rooms. This has led to resistance from tenants, supported by organizations like the Sindicat de Llogateres, who are protesting evictions and the displacement of residents. The planned eviction of a tenant at 14 Sant Agustí has been repeatedly suspended due to public pressure and protests. The regional government is now investigating the investment fund's activities in the area. This situation highlights the broader issue of housing affordability and the impact of investment funds on local communities in Barcelona.