La casa mínima, Narrow colonial house in San Telmo, Buenos Aires, Argentina.
La Casa Mínima is a narrow residential building in San Telmo that measures only 2.5 meters wide while stretching about 13 meters deep into the block. A green wooden door and small balcony mark the street-facing entrance.
The house originated in the early 1800s as part of a larger property owned by the Peña family. After 1860, the land was divided multiple times, creating this slender dwelling as a result.
Stories passed down in the neighborhood connect this house to the life of a freed slave, shaping how locals understand this small place. The building has become part of San Telmo's identity as a reminder of the area's diverse past.
The property is connected to the nearby Zanjón de Granados complex, where visitors can join guided tours to explore the area. Planning your visit to include this complex makes the most of your time.
The plaster coating still contains its original mixture of beaten clay and animal dung, all covered with lime. This reveals the building methods used during colonial times in the region.
Location: Buenos Aires
GPS coordinates: -34.61670,-58.37130
Latest update: December 6, 2025 16:04
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