Homes and rooms to rent in the Cattolica / Sant'Ambrogio area, Milano

The Cattolica / Sant'Ambrogio area lies in Milan's historic centre, west of the Duomo, around the Basilica of Sant'Ambrogio, founded in the fourth century by Bishop Ambrose, the city's patron saint. Next to the basilica is Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, on largo Agostino Gemelli, with its cloisters and buildings spread across the surrounding streets.

Nearby you will find the Museo Nazionale della Scienza e della Tecnologia Leonardo da Vinci on via San Vittore, the Tempio della Vittoria and the church of Santa Maria delle Grazie, home to Leonardo's Last Supper. The neighbourhood is made up of historic buildings, courtyards and elegant streets, with cafés, bookshops and shops used by students and residents.

For transport, Sant'Ambrogio station is served by metro lines M2 (green) and M4 (blue). Milano Cadorna station, with lines M1 and M2 and FERROVIENORD trains, is a short distance away, and trams and buses also serve the area.

The area suits Cattolica students, young professionals and anyone who wants to live right in the centre. You can look for rooms in shared flats, studios and one-bedroom flats, often in period buildings.

On FreedHome you can find rooms and apartments to rent in the Cattolica / Sant'Ambrogio area with no agency, through verified listings.