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Mortgage for Elite as Russians Pour Trillions into New HomesMortgage for Elite as Russians Pour Trillions into New Homes
Mortgage for Elite as Russians Pour Trillions into New HomesIn 2025, Russians invested 1.7 trillion rubles (approx. $19 billion) of their own money into new residential construction, even as mortgage requirements for borrowers tighten significantly.
Not for Peeping: Why Old Apartments Had a Bathroom-Kitchen WindowNot for Peeping: Why Old Apartments Had a Bathroom-Kitchen Window
Not for Peeping: Why Old Apartments Had a Bathroom-Kitchen WindowArchitects from the Russian city of Yaroslavl explain the real purpose of the small window found in the wall between the bathroom and kitchen in many older apartments.
Tyumen's Lesobaza district to become unrecognizable after renovationTyumen's Lesobaza district to become unrecognizable after renovation
Tyumen's Lesobaza district to become unrecognizable after renovationPlans call for replacing private housing with multistory residential blocks and full social infrastructure.
Secondary Housing Price Rise in Nizhny Novgorod Beats MoscowSecondary Housing Price Rise in Nizhny Novgorod Beats Moscow
Secondary Housing Price Rise in Nizhny Novgorod Beats MoscowNizhny Novgorod ranked second only to Perm in the pace of housing price increases over the past year, according to data from a federal agency.
Nizhny Novgorod housing prices rise faster than Moscow'sNizhny Novgorod housing prices rise faster than Moscow's
Nizhny Novgorod housing prices rise faster than Moscow'sNizhny Novgorod has recorded the second-highest price growth for secondary housing among Russia's major cities, trailing only Perm, according to analysts from the Etazhi agency.
Schools, Kindergartens, and an Ice Palace: Tyumen's Lesobaza District to Be TransformedSchools, Kindergartens, and an Ice Palace: Tyumen's Lesobaza District to Be Transformed
Schools, Kindergartens, and an Ice Palace: Tyumen's Lesobaza District to Be TransformedCity authorities have announced a comprehensive redevelopment plan for the Lesobaza district, which will see private housing replaced with multi-story buildings and extensive social infrastructure.
Companies conducting renovation projects in TyumenCompanies conducting renovation projects in Tyumen
Companies conducting renovation projects in TyumenOver 20 contracts have been signed between developers and authorities for urban renovation in Tyumen. Last year, the number of plots designated for comprehensive redevelopment increased by two.
No Furniture, Toilet Outside: A Look at Irkutsk's Cheapest RentalsNo Furniture, Toilet Outside: A Look at Irkutsk's Cheapest Rentals
No Furniture, Toilet Outside: A Look at Irkutsk's Cheapest RentalsIn Irkutsk, the cheapest apartments for rent start at 14,000 rubles (about $160), featuring basic conditions like no furniture and outdoor toilets.
Mortgage for the select few: Russians pour trillions into new builds despite sky-high pricesMortgage for the select few: Russians pour trillions into new builds despite sky-high prices
Mortgage for the select few: Russians pour trillions into new builds despite sky-high pricesWhile Russians invested 1.7 trillion rubles ($19 billion at current rates) of their own money into new construction in 2025, mortgage requirements for borrowers are only getting stricter.
Marine-themed school for 1,300 students planned in VsevolozhskMarine-themed school for 1,300 students planned in Vsevolozhsk
Marine-themed school for 1,300 students planned in VsevolozhskThe concept of a 1,300-seat school in Vsevolozhsk was presented to the vice-governor of Leningrad Oblast. The educational institution will become part of an educational cluster along with a kindergarten.
RSTI Holding sales grow 3.7% in 2025
RSTI Holding sales grow 3.7% in 2025In 2025, RSTI Holding sold 1,985 apartments, which is 3.7% higher than the previous year. The volume of commissioned housing decreased by 17.4%.
Samara's outskirts to become miniature metropolises with golf and horsesSamara's outskirts to become miniature metropolises with golf and horses
Samara's outskirts to become miniature metropolises with golf and horsesTwo massive investment projects near Samara aim to create self-sufficient neighborhoods with housing, jobs, and infrastructure, including golf and equestrian facilities.
Kindergarten for 220 Children with Pool Opens in Primorsky DistrictKindergarten for 220 Children with Pool Opens in Primorsky District
Kindergarten for 220 Children with Pool Opens in Primorsky DistrictKindergarten No. 93 has opened on Artseulov Alley in St. Petersburg's Primorsky District, accommodating 220 children. The three-story building features a swimming pool and a weather observation area.
New Shopping Complex to Appear on Omsk's Left BankNew Shopping Complex to Appear on Omsk's Left Bank
New Shopping Complex to Appear on Omsk's Left BankThe Department of Architecture and Urban Planning has announced a new single-story shopping complex for construction materials on Volgogradskaya Street. The building permit was recently issued.
Zolotoy Shopping Center Opening Delayed Until 2026Zolotoy Shopping Center Opening Delayed Until 2026
Zolotoy Shopping Center Opening Delayed Until 2026The completion of the Zolotoy shopping center in Yekaterinburg has been postponed to the end of 2026, marking yet another delay for the project.
Zolotoy Mall Opening on Botanika Delayed Again to 2026Zolotoy Mall Opening on Botanika Delayed Again to 2026
Zolotoy Mall Opening on Botanika Delayed Again to 2026The completion date for the Zolotoy mall under construction in the Botanika district has been pushed back once more, with work now slated to finish by the end of 2026.
New Builds More Popular in Krasnoyarsk Amid Market ShiftsNew Builds More Popular in Krasnoyarsk Amid Market Shifts
New Builds More Popular in Krasnoyarsk Amid Market ShiftsTo begin, it is worth studying the new construction market in the city.
Yekaterinburg to auction Vtorchermet plot with 12 houses for demolitionYekaterinburg to auction Vtorchermet plot with 12 houses for demolition
Yekaterinburg to auction Vtorchermet plot with 12 houses for demolitionThe Yekaterinburg administration has set a starting price for two plots in the Vtorchermet district, where 12 residential buildings are slated for demolition.
City auctions off Vtorchermet land with houses for demolitionCity auctions off Vtorchermet land with houses for demolition
City auctions off Vtorchermet land with houses for demolitionYekaterinburg authorities have set the starting price for two plots at Vtorchermet that will be auctioned, with all 12 houses on them to be demolished.
Omsk may lower salary requirements for mortgage approval as demand fallsOmsk may lower salary requirements for mortgage approval as demand falls
Omsk may lower salary requirements for mortgage approval as demand fallsBanks in Omsk may reduce the minimum income needed for a mortgage to counteract a sharp drop in housing demand. Experts say the move is necessary to support the real estate market.
600,000 Ruble Debt Leaves Large Family in New Moscow Without Power600,000 Ruble Debt Leaves Large Family in New Moscow Without Power
600,000 Ruble Debt Leaves Large Family in New Moscow Without PowerThe Maryin family's home in Shcherbinka was suddenly disconnected from electricity, leaving them without light, heating, and hot water after years of payments led to a surprise half-million-ruble debt.
Where Yekaterinburg Parents Buy Future Apartments for ChildrenWhere Yekaterinburg Parents Buy Future Apartments for Children
Where Yekaterinburg Parents Buy Future Apartments for ChildrenParents in Yekaterinburg opt for apartments with biometric access, finished renovations, and rock gardens for their children's future homes.
How Arkhangelsk Residents Can Trade Old Homes for New ApartmentsHow Arkhangelsk Residents Can Trade Old Homes for New Apartments
How Arkhangelsk Residents Can Trade Old Homes for New ApartmentsDiscounts of up to 150,000 rubles (approximately $1,500 at current rates) are available.
Court upholds apartment sale to family of military operation participantCourt upholds apartment sale to family of military operation participant
Court upholds apartment sale to family of military operation participantA retiree from Yekaterinburg unsuccessfully tried to overturn the sale of her apartment, claiming she acted under pressure from scammers. The court deemed the buyers to be acting in good faith and upheld the transaction.