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Time as Currency in the Real Estate MarketTime as Currency in the Real Estate Market
Time as Currency in the Real Estate MarketModern buyers are willing to overpay for housing that saves their time. Proximity to metro and infrastructure is becoming a key criterion, changing developers' approaches.
Gorky Residential Complex: First Comprehensive Development on Pravda StreetGorky Residential Complex: First Comprehensive Development on Pravda Street
Gorky Residential Complex: First Comprehensive Development on Pravda StreetThe Gorky residential complex in Nizhny Novgorod is the first project on a comprehensive territory development site on Pravda Street, offering business-class amenities and a car-free courtyard.
Not Just the Layout: What to Look for When Buying an ApartmentNot Just the Layout: What to Look for When Buying an Apartment
Not Just the Layout: What to Look for When Buying an ApartmentRecommendations from the general director of the company Fora
Ex-Goldman pulp mill auctioned for 84M rubles to Barnaul entrepreneurEx-Goldman pulp mill auctioned for 84M rubles to Barnaul entrepreneur
Ex-Goldman pulp mill auctioned for 84M rubles to Barnaul entrepreneurA building once owned by fugitive former deputy Roman Goldman has been sold at auction for 83.9 million rubles to a businessman from Barnaul.
Four Ways to Buy an Apartment in Kurgan Stress-FreeFour Ways to Buy an Apartment in Kurgan Stress-Free
Four Ways to Buy an Apartment in Kurgan Stress-FreeVitamin Development offers four tailored payment plans for apartments in Kurgan, Russia, helping buyers avoid overpaying and reducing the hassle of purchasing.
Unfinished Eldorado Building on Surikov Street Finds No BuyersUnfinished Eldorado Building on Surikov Street Finds No Buyers
Unfinished Eldorado Building on Surikov Street Finds No BuyersThe city of Krasnoyarsk failed to sell the unfinished Eldorado shopping center on Surikov Street at auction on January 23, with no bids submitted.
End of Economy Housing in Novosibirsk: Transformation and Buyer DilemmasEnd of Economy Housing in Novosibirsk: Transformation and Buyer Dilemmas
End of Economy Housing in Novosibirsk: Transformation and Buyer DilemmasThe number of affordable apartments on the market is decreasing, while the share of business-class housing is increasing.
Kuzminki Residents Lack Sunlight and Face Multiple ChallengesKuzminki Residents Lack Sunlight and Face Multiple Challenges
Kuzminki Residents Lack Sunlight and Face Multiple ChallengesA firsthand report from Kuzminki, Omsk's newest microdistrict of high-rise apartments, detailing the daily life and grievances of its inhabitants.
Medieval Castle-Style Hotel for Sale in BelokurikhaMedieval Castle-Style Hotel for Sale in Belokurikha
Medieval Castle-Style Hotel for Sale in BelokurikhaA hotel complex styled as a medieval stone castle is on the market in Belokurikha, priced at 88 million rubles (approximately $926,300 at current rates).
Yaroslavl Allocates Land near Volga for Multi-Story BuildingsYaroslavl Allocates Land near Volga for Multi-Story Buildings
Yaroslavl Allocates Land near Volga for Multi-Story BuildingsThe city has put up for auction a plot on Popova Street, where construction of residential buildings up to nine stories is permitted.
Yaroslavl Allocates Land Near Volga for High-Rise ConstructionYaroslavl Allocates Land Near Volga for High-Rise Construction
Yaroslavl Allocates Land Near Volga for High-Rise ConstructionAuthorities in Yaroslavl have put up land for lease near the Volga River for the construction of multi-story residential buildings.
New Construction Market in 2026: Expectations and TrendsNew Construction Market in 2026: Expectations and Trends
New Construction Market in 2026: Expectations and TrendsIn 2025, Russian developers reduced the launch of new projects by 17%, although St. Petersburg saw growth. Experts predict market activation in 2026.
Kemerovo man fights builder over leaking ceiling in new apartmentKemerovo man fights builder over leaking ceiling in new apartment
Kemerovo man fights builder over leaking ceiling in new apartmentA Kemerovo resident has been unable to get roof repairs for three years in a new residential complex, with the developer 'Atmosfera' insisting the buyer caused the leak.
A Residential Complex That Blends Urban Comfort with NatureA Residential Complex That Blends Urban Comfort with Nature
A Residential Complex That Blends Urban Comfort with NatureWith the holidays over, it's the perfect time to turn dreams into reality, especially for those planning to upgrade their living space this year. The 'Uyut-Park' residential complex is located where nature harmoniously combines with urban conveniences.
Pearl of Central Irkutsk: Unique Seven-Room Apartment Listed for High PricePearl of Central Irkutsk: Unique Seven-Room Apartment Listed for High Price
Pearl of Central Irkutsk: Unique Seven-Room Apartment Listed for High PriceThe property occupies two levels, with a kitchen, bedrooms, and bathrooms on each floor.
Yekaterinburg's South to Get Major Updates: Schools, Parks, and HousingYekaterinburg's South to Get Major Updates: Schools, Parks, and Housing
Yekaterinburg's South to Get Major Updates: Schools, Parks, and HousingThe neighborhood will finally lose its 'ghost building' — a social facility will appear in its place.
Bathrooms Inside Bedrooms: Apartment Layouts That Surprise Yekaterinburg ResidentsBathrooms Inside Bedrooms: Apartment Layouts That Surprise Yekaterinburg Residents
Bathrooms Inside Bedrooms: Apartment Layouts That Surprise Yekaterinburg ResidentsJust 15 years ago, such layouts could only be seen in movies or in prohibitively expensive homes.
Castle-themed hotel in Belokurikha listed for saleCastle-themed hotel in Belokurikha listed for sale
Castle-themed hotel in Belokurikha listed for saleA hotel complex designed to resemble a medieval stone castle is on the market in Belokurikha, with an asking price of 88 million rubles (approximately $880,000 at current rates).
Which Plots in Sovetsky District Are for Comprehensive Redevelopment – MapWhich Plots in Sovetsky District Are for Comprehensive Redevelopment – Map
Which Plots in Sovetsky District Are for Comprehensive Redevelopment – MapDilapidated houses and vacant lots are being targeted for redevelopment.
Comprehensive Development Program in Omsk Deemed UnviableComprehensive Development Program in Omsk Deemed Unviable
Comprehensive Development Program in Omsk Deemed UnviableA year into its implementation, Omsk's Comprehensive Development Program (CDP) is struggling to gain momentum. Journalists and experts have identified key problems developers face, particularly when dealing with privately owned land.
Yekaterinburg Authorities Open to Demolishing Khrushchyovka for RenovationYekaterinburg Authorities Open to Demolishing Khrushchyovka for Renovation
Yekaterinburg Authorities Open to Demolishing Khrushchyovka for RenovationActing First Vice Mayor Rustam Galiyev stated that five-story buildings can be included in the renovation program if residents initiate it, though low-rise homes are currently the focus.
Official: No problem demolishing Khrushchyovkas in Yekaterinburg renovationOfficial: No problem demolishing Khrushchyovkas in Yekaterinburg renovation
Official: No problem demolishing Khrushchyovkas in Yekaterinburg renovationCurrently, the Comprehensive Territorial Development (KRT) program mainly includes two- and three-story buildings.
How Elite Housing Changed in Barnaul from the 1990s to 2020sHow Elite Housing Changed in Barnaul from the 1990s to 2020s
How Elite Housing Changed in Barnaul from the 1990s to 2020sThe elite housing market in Barnaul, Russia, has evolved over decades, with buyers becoming increasingly demanding about comfort, luxury, and location.
Court Bailiffs Auction Seized Housing in Yaroslavl OblastCourt Bailiffs Auction Seized Housing in Yaroslavl Oblast
Court Bailiffs Auction Seized Housing in Yaroslavl OblastCourt bailiffs in Yaroslavl Oblast are auctioning off seized properties from debtors at below-market prices. This compilation highlights five homes available for purchase.
Bailiffs Auction Off Debtors' Homes in Yaroslavl RegionBailiffs Auction Off Debtors' Homes in Yaroslavl Region
Bailiffs Auction Off Debtors' Homes in Yaroslavl RegionBailiffs are selling seized property of debtors in the Yaroslavl Region, including houses and apartments, often below market value. Here are the top five real estate lots currently up for auction.