Isabel Díaz Ayuso has left her Chamberí penthouse and settled in Puerta de Hierro. The move follows months of scrutiny over a government property purchase. The new rental is estimated at up to €3,000 per month.
Isabel Díaz Ayuso, president of the Community of Madrid, has relocated to a private development in Puerta de Hierro after vacating the Chamberí penthouse she previously shared with businessman Alberto González Amador. According to EL PAÍS, Ayuso signed a rental contract and moved into her new residence this week, marking a significant change from her long-standing ties to her former neighborhood.
The new apartment, situated in a complex with four buildings, a swimming pool, and a garage, measures between 130 and 150 square meters. Rental prices for similar properties in this affluent northeastern Madrid district typically range from €2,500 to €3,000 per month. Ayuso reportedly visited the property two weeks ago before finalizing the agreement. Her official annual gross salary stands at €103,090.32, as listed on the regional government's transparency portal.
The Chamberí penthouse, which Ayuso shared with González Amador, is now on the market along with another apartment owned by Amador in the same building, one floor below. The combined asking price for both properties is €3.4 million. The decision to sell followed heightened attention after it emerged that the regional government, under Ayuso's leadership, had purchased a separate penthouse in April for €6.3 million. The acquisition, which was not previously disclosed, was justified by officials as a temporary office for the president during renovations at the Sol headquarters. However, the property—located directly opposite Ayuso's mother's residence—cannot legally serve as an office or official residence, fueling further questions about its intended use.
The controversy surrounding the penthouse purchase has intensified political debate in Madrid, with explanations from the regional administration described as inconsistent. In response to mounting criticism, Ayuso has put the government-owned penthouse up for sale at €6.7 million. The episode has complicated the president's summer agenda and drawn renewed scrutiny to her administration's property decisions. This situation echoes earlier coverage, such as the renewed debate over the luxury apartment deal highlighted in recent reports on government real estate controversies.
Puerta de Hierro is known for its exclusivity and high property values, attracting prominent figures from business and politics. The area offers enhanced privacy and security compared to central Madrid districts. The move comes at a time when Ayuso's personal and professional decisions remain under close observation, especially given the legal proceedings facing González Amador over alleged tax fraud. The ongoing debate over the use of public funds for high-value real estate continues to shape the political landscape in Madrid, with transparency and accountability at the forefront of public discussion. The outcome of the penthouse sale and the future use of government-owned properties are likely to remain key issues in the coming months.
