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high-end residential area

[/haɪ-ɛnd ˌrɛzɪˈdɛnʃəl ˈɛriə/]
nounpl: high-end residential areas
bairro residencial de luxo
1. An upscale neighborhood characterized by expensive properties, high-quality housing, and affluent residents
They purchased a mansion in a high-end residential area overlooking the city.
Eles compraram uma mansão em um bairro residencial de luxo com vista para a cidade.
2. A prestigious residential district with premium amenities and properties valued significantly above average
The high-end residential area features gated communities and private security.
O bairro residencial de luxo possui condomínios fechados e segurança privada.
NYC Slang
fancy neighborhood / ritzy area / Upper East Side type area
Synonyms
upscale neighborhoodaffluent residential districtluxury residential areaexclusive neighborhoodpremium residential zone
Antonyms
low-income neighborhoodworking-class areaunderdeveloped regioneconomically disadvantaged area

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
bairro residencial de luxo
Most common term in Brazil
São Paulo
bairro nobre
Frequently used in São Paulo real estate context
Rio de Janeiro
área residencial premium
Also used in Rio's upscale neighborhoods
Portugal
zona residencial de alta gama
European Portuguese terminology

Related Idioms & Phrases

the right side of the tracks
keeping up with the Joneses
living in the lap of luxury
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