History and formation
How the neighborhood took shape
Academic studies describe Manaíra as a fishing and holiday area before residential consolidation. Subdivisions and the grid layout developed around the mid-twentieth century. Sources differ on the beginning of permanent settlement and the date of the first apartment building.
The CURA project, between 1977 and 1982, expanded infrastructure and sanitation. The opening of Manaíra Shopping in 1989 strengthened commerce and investment. The 2022 Census records 26,464 residents, the largest population among the seven study neighborhoods.
What living in Manaíra is like
Established residential area, with apartment buildings, shops, schools, supermarkets and quick access to local services.
