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Worldwide Plaza

Local 7-B, Vía España 8726

Obarrio4.2 · 51 reviews

Updated Oct 17, 2026View on the map

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$1,250
rent/month, building
$1,923
per m², area
4.2
51 Google reviews
5 min
walk to Vía Argentina

Building data and Google reviews; asking prices on listing portals for Obarrio, as of Oct 17, 2026. Sources and method

About Worldwide Plaza

A residential building on Via Espana with access to a metro station and to the gastronomy of Via Argentina.

Worldwide Plaza is located on Via Espana, one of the highest-traffic commercial arteries of the Bella Vista-El Cangrejo axis, and combines a residential profile with a commercial ground floor. Its location provides the most mentioned attribute by residents: proximity to a metro station and a pedestrian connection to Via Argentina, where part of the gastronomic offering of the corregimiento is concentrated, including bars, restaurants, and daily commerce within walking distance.

The building accumulates 51 verified reviews on Google Maps with a 4.2 out of 5 average rating. Positive opinions highlight the location, the amount of parking, and the presence of 24-hour security. The most critical observations refer to compact square footage in some units and the condition of finishes in common areas, factors that should be validated directly according to the unit of interest. Buyers with a medium budget who prioritize urban living over wide square footage will find a strong fit here.

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Market data

$148K
Average sale price
2 comparables
$1,117/mo
Average rent
6 comparables
$2,857/m²
Median $/m²
2 units
23 days
Days on market
8 active listings

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What's nearby

170 places within a 10-minute walk. The nearest metro station, Vía Argentina, is 5 minutes away on foot.

Among the 32 buildings in Obarrio, Worldwide Plaza ranks 1st for shopping access: PH Worldwide is a 0-minute walk, while the zone median is 1 minute. Worldwide Plaza has 1 stations within 500 meters; the closest, Vía Argentina, is a 5-minute walk. Worldwide Plaza has 3 parks within 500 meters; the closest, VISIÓN VERDE S.A, is a 4-minute walk. For supermarket, Xtra Farma Via España is a 3-minute walk from Worldwide Plaza, with 16 within 500 meters. For gym, Citti Yoga is a 3-minute walk from Worldwide Plaza, with 15 within 500 meters.

  • Nearby gymsCitti Yoga3 min walk
  • EducationUniversidad Hispanoamericana de Panamá2 min walk
  • HealthcareANCEC, Asociación Nacional Contra el Cáncer2 min walk
  • ShoppingPH Worldwide0 min walk
  • ParksVISIÓN VERDE S.A4 min walk
  • RestaurantsParty City1 min walk
  • TransitVía Argentina5 min walk
  • Specialty cafesLa House - Eat | Shop | Bloom2 min walk
  • CoworkingIdóneos Coworking1 min walk
See the 3 closest places in each category

Nearby gyms

  • Citti Yoga3 min166m
  • PowerClub ı Vía Argentina4.5 (538)3 min176m
  • Dharma Ashtanga Yoga Center5.0 (17)4 min310m

Education

  • Universidad Hispanoamericana de Panamá2 min94m
  • Gnosis en Vía España Obarrio Panamá3 min172m
  • Oficina Scout Mundial, Centro de Apoyo Interamérica5.0 (5)3 min181m

Healthcare

  • ANCEC, Asociación Nacional Contra el Cáncer4.3 (66)2 min83m
  • Panamedica | Via España2 min146m
  • Росмедицина5.0 (1)3 min204m

Shopping

  • PH Worldwide4.2 (51)0 min0m
  • Mini-Mall El Cangrejo4.9 (11)2 min159m
  • Plaza 544.2 (59)3 min165m

Parks

  • VISIÓN VERDE S.A4.7 (3)4 min274m
  • Parque Andrés Bello4.7 (533)7 min481m
  • Parque Calle 503.0 (2)7 min494m

Restaurants

  • Party City4.5 (4)1 min65m
  • Restaurante Maharaja4.7 (757)2 min132m
  • Ta frito ta rico5.0 (1)2 min153m

Transit

Specialty cafes

  • La House - Eat | Shop | Bloom4.9 (20)2 min104m
  • Kotowa Coffee House | Vía España4.5 (279)2 min114m
  • Café Unido - Obarrio4.7 (49)3 min184m

Coworking

  • Idóneos Coworking5.0 (2)1 min64m
  • Logicenter Coworking5.0 (21)4 min275m
  • Workea Center5.0 (11)4 min305m

Living at Worldwide Plaza

Resident profile

Is Worldwide Plaza right for you?

Recommended for

  • Professionals who depend on the metro or walk to work in the Via Espana corridor.
  • Residents who value urban living — access to restaurants, bars, and shops on foot.
  • Buyers with a medium budget who prioritize location over wide square footage.

Keep in mind if

  • Families who require large-square-footage units and resort-style social areas.
  • Buyers who seek a purely residential zone without ground-floor commerce.

Review summary

What residents and visitors highlight

Analysis of 51 verified Google Maps reviews.

Connectivity and urban living

Mencionado positivamente

Direct access to the metro and proximity to Via Argentina with its offering of bars and restaurants. A strong point for residents without a vehicle.

Social areas

Mencionado positivamente

Pool with a children's area and a functional social zone. Gym described as small but well equipped.

Security and operations

Mencionado positivamente

24-hour security and attentive maintenance staff. Adequate for residents who value access control.

Square footage and finishes

Comentarios mixtos

Some residents mention reduced square footage and observations about finishes. It is advisable to inspect the specific unit before advancing.

Google Reviews

4.2(51)
Carla Sosa

Lindo lugar! La piscina es muy linda y tiene área para niños. Excelente ubicación cerca de todo (metro, súper, farmacia, restaurantes, bancos, tiendas)

Julio Ballen

Muy buena ubicación cerca del metro y vua Argentina donde salir a tomar y compartir en los bar restaurant

Oscar Alberto Herrera Murgas

"Excelente ubicación". Buena área social. Gimnasio un poco pequeño pero bien equipado. Buena cantidad de estacionamientos. En general, los apartamentos son de poco metraje, pero funcionales.

Isabella Membreño

No me gustó, los acabados dejan mucho que desear y el ambiente en el área social es muy pesado.

PanamaProp analysis

Investment thesis

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Análisis de inversión

Worldwide Plaza presenta rango de precios documentado entre USD 135,000 y USD 170,000, segmento accesible del corredor Bella Vista–El Cangrejo. Estimando rendimiento bruto referencial entre 0.7% y 0.9% mensual del valor de venta para activos del segmento accesible bien ubicados, el ingreso por alquiler proyectado oscila entre USD 945 y USD 1,530 mensuales, equivalente a un retorno anual bruto de 8.4% a 10.8% antes de gastos.

Comparado con bonos panameños del Tesoro (3% a 4% anual al primer trimestre 2026), el diferencial es atractivo y refleja la prima por la combinación de ubicación premium (Vía España con acceso a estación de metro) y ticket accesible. La calificación de 4.2 sobre 5 con 51 reseñas verificadas es muestra estadísticamente robusta y se ubica en el rango habitual del corredor, lo que respalda la estabilidad operativa.

El uso mixto con planta baja comercial es factor positivo para liquidez de salida — el segmento mixed-use con frontage sobre Vía España tiene demanda sostenida por parte de inversionistas que buscan flujo combinado residencial y comercial. La conexión peatonal a la oferta gastronómica de Vía Argentina añade valor de localización difícilmente replicable.

Ideal resident profile

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Perfil de residente

El perfil ideal corresponde a profesionales jóvenes, primer comprador, estudiantes universitarios senior y profesionales que valoran vida urbana peatonal con acceso a metro, restaurantes y comercio de proximidad. La ubicación sobre Vía España con conexión directa a estación de metro y a la oferta gastronómica de Vía Argentina respalda fuertemente este perfil.

La cantidad de estacionamientos destacada por residentes y la presencia de seguridad 24 horas son atributos operativos relevantes para el comprador que valora practicidad cotidiana. La calificación de 4.2 sobre 5 con muestra robusta de 51 reseñas confirma operación estable y consistente.

No calza para familias con hijos pequeños que prioricen colegios cercanos y ambiente residencial puro — el frontage comercial sobre Vía España implica flujo peatonal intenso y nivel de ruido urbano sostenido. Tampoco calza para compradores que rechazan el uso mixto: la planta baja comercial es atributo positivo para inversionistas pero puede no acomodarse a residentes con alta sensibilidad acústica.

Compared with similar buildings

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Posicionamiento relativo en la zona

Dentro de Bella Vista, Worldwide Plaza se ubica en el tier accesible del corregimiento por ticket entre USD 135,000 y USD 170,000. La calificación de 4.2 sobre 5 con 51 reseñas se ubica en el promedio del corredor Bella Vista–El Cangrejo y respalda el posicionamiento con muestra estadísticamente válida.

Frente a edificios comparables del corredor, los atributos diferenciadores son la conexión directa a estación de metro — atributo crítico en el eje Vía España — y el frontage comercial sobre la arteria principal del sector. La proximidad a Vía Argentina añade acceso peatonal a oferta gastronómica relevante.

El ticket de entrada lo coloca como puerta accesible al corredor para primer comprador o inversionista enfocado en rendimiento por alquiler residencial. Frente al promedio del corregimiento, la ventaja relativa es la combinación de localización premium con precio accesible, factor que históricamente sostiene la demanda en este tramo del mercado.

Risks to consider

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Consideraciones de riesgo

Iliquidez relativa: el segmento accesible del corredor Bella Vista–El Cangrejo mantiene volumen de transacciones alto, con tiempo promedio en mercado entre 3 y 6 meses para unidades bien presentadas. Sin embargo, el horizonte mínimo recomendado sigue siendo 4 a 5 años para amortizar costos de transacción.

Exposición a uso mixto: la planta baja comercial puede generar ruido, flujo peatonal y olores asociados al tipo de comercio activo en el local. Verificar la regulación de copropiedad respecto al tipo de comercio permitido y revisar el historial de cambios de inquilinos comerciales.

Datos estructurales faltantes: la ficha no documenta floors, totalUnits, yearBuilt ni amenidades formales. Solicitar al administrador estos datos junto con reglamento de copropiedad, cuota mensual de mantenimiento, estado del fondo común y plan de mantenimiento de equipos comunes (ascensores, generador, sistema contra incendios).

Riesgo regulatorio del eje comercial: Vía España mantiene flujo vehicular sostenido y proyectos de movilidad urbana en evolución. Verificar la zonificación vigente del lote y eventuales restricciones futuras al uso mixto antes del cierre.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does an apartment in Worldwide Plaza cost?

According to PanamaProp's catalog, the median rent in Worldwide Plaza is $1,250/month, based on 6 listed units as of Sep 24, 2026. These are active-inventory market figures, not an appraisal; contact us for availability.

Where is Worldwide Plaza located?

Worldwide Plaza is in Obarrio, Panama City. The map at the top of this page shows its location.

Are there apartments for sale at Worldwide Plaza?

Yes. This page shows sale listings published on portals for Worldwide Plaza. Ask the PanamaProp team about availability before visiting.

Are rentals available at Worldwide Plaza?

Yes. The "Rent" tab shows listings published on portals, with monthly prices in USD. Ask the PanamaProp team about availability.

How do I ask about availability at Worldwide Plaza?

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How do you get to the Metro from Worldwide Plaza?

The Vía Argentina Metro station is a 5-minute walk from Worldwide Plaza.

Is there a supermarket near Worldwide Plaza?

Yes. Xtra Farma Via España is a 3-minute walk from Worldwide Plaza, with 16 grocery stores within 500 meters.

Which schools are near Worldwide Plaza?

Within walking distance of Worldwide Plaza: Academia Apprendo (4 min).

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