The immediate footprint of the Golden Triangle consists of civic and cultural buildings, but the surrounding neighborhoods—specifically Los Jerónimos and Barrio de las Letras (Cortes)—feature some of the most exclusive and expensive real estate in Madrid.
Housing in this area predominantly consists of historic mid-rise apartment buildings and luxury condominiums featuring classic 19th-century architecture. Due to the central location, high demand, and proximity to major tourist attractions, rental costs and property prices are significantly higher than the city's average. Affordable housing is virtually non-existent in this immediate upscale enclave.