Chico Norte is Bogotá’s most prestigious residential neighborhood. Preferred by high-net-worth families, international executives, diplomats, and successful professionals, this area in the north of the city combines exceptional quality of life with a strategic location within the most important business and residential corridor in the Colombian capital. This guide is for those who want to fully understand what makes Chico Norte the neighborhood of choice for Bogotá’s most discerning residents.
Location and neighborhood boundaries
Chico Norte is located in the Usaquén district, in northern Bogotá. Its general boundaries run from Calle 97 to approximately Calle 127, between Carreras 7 and 15. This is a broad territory that includes several subdivisions and microzones, each with its own characteristics, but united by the premium residential character that defines the whole.
The neighborhood character: privacy, tree-lined streets, and family life
Unlike Parque de la 93, which has a more urban and active character, Chico Norte is essentially a quiet residential neighborhood. Its tree-lined streets, mid-rise buildings with generous common areas, and low density of commercial spaces create an atmosphere of privacy and serenity that is precisely what its residents seek. It is the neighborhood where families want to raise children, where executives want to return after an intense workday, and where apartments feature the highest design and finish standards in the city.
Living in Chico Norte: residential offering
The residential offering in Chico Norte is the most diverse and premium in Bogotá. It ranges from two-bedroom apartments in modern buildings with full amenities to multi-story houses and penthouses with private gardens and privileged views. Finishes in Chico Norte buildings tend to be the highest in the Bogotá market: imported marble, European kitchens, home automation, and hotel-level common areas.
- 2 to 4 bedroom apartments in buildings with full amenities.
- Penthouses and top-floor units with private terraces.
- Houses in gated communities with private gardens.
- Furnished luxury apartments for corporate stays.
Dining in Chico Norte: the culinary scene
Although Parque de la 93 concentrates the highest dining density, Chico Norte has its own high-caliber culinary scene. Along Carrera 15, Carrera 11, and the neighborhood’s internal streets, you will find international restaurants, artisan bakeries, specialty coffee shops, and gourmet food stores that meet the standards of the most demanding resident.
- Italian, French, Peruvian, and contemporary Colombian restaurants.
- Specialty coffee shops with house roasts.
- Premium supermarkets: Carulla Gourmet and similar.
- Imported wine shops and delicatessen stores.
- Home delivery from all major restaurant services in the city.
Working from Chico Norte: connectivity and professional environment
Chico Norte is one of Bogotá’s best-connected neighborhoods for those who work remotely or in hybrid arrangements. Modern residential buildings in the area offer high-speed fiber optic connectivity as standard. Quality coworking spaces are available within less than a 10-minute drive or bike ride. And proximity to the business corridors of Calle 100 and Avenida El Dorado Norte means that in-person meetings are fast and efficient.
Schools and education: the decisive factor for families
The most important attribute of Chico Norte for families with children is its proximity to Bogotá’s best schools. Within a radius of less than 5 kilometers from the neighborhood:
- Colegio Los Nogales: considered the best bilingual school in Colombia, with an IB program.
- Colegio Nueva Granada: US curriculum, the largest international school in Bogotá.
- Gimnasio Moderno: a highly prestigious institution with over 100 years of history.
- The English School of Bogotá: British curriculum with a strong reputation.
- Liceo Français Louis Pasteur: French curriculum, ideal for European families.
This concentration of elite schools makes Chico Norte the natural choice for families who prioritize their children’s education.
Security in Chico Norte
Chico Norte has one of the best security records in Bogotá. The combination of private security in all residential complexes, the presence of security cameras, the neighborhood’s high socioeconomic profile, and an active community culture means residents feel safe in their daily lives. Pedestrian circulation is comfortable during the day and in the early evening hours.
Furnished luxury apartments in Chico Norte: VEZRA Group
VEZRA Group operates furnished luxury apartments in Chico Norte specifically designed for international executives, relocating families, and professionals who require the highest residential standard during their stay in Bogotá. Our apartments in this area offer the privacy and quality of life that defines Chico Norte, with the operational comfort of a luxury hotel service: housekeeping, concierge, flexible contracts, and full bilingual support.
