Tartu’s Old Town is set to gain a unique new residential development. This 19th-century building, which over the years has been home to cartwrights and hoteliers, is undergoing major refurbishments that will transform it into Radhaus.
Under the auspices of its new owner, Livida, it will become a modern and luxurious residential and commercial building – for the first time offering an opportunity to buy a home in a fully renovated building in the very heart of Tartu.
Tartu’s Old Town is set to gain a unique new residential development. This 19th-century building, which over the years has been home to cartwrights and hoteliers, is undergoing major refurbishments that will transform it into Radhaus.
Under the auspices of its new owner, Livida, it will become a modern and luxurious residential and commercial building – for the first time offering an opportunity to buy a home in a fully renovated building in the very heart of Tartu.
A unique opportunity to buy a home with all the mod cons on Town Hall Square
The most unique apartment building in Tartu is being developed between the historic walls of a structure erected in 1860. The 1st floor will feature commercial space. “What makes this project so special is that up till now it simply hasn’t been possible to buy an apartment on Town Hall Square in Tartu in a building that’s being renovated to make it completely modern,” said Kaarel Kiidron, the senior partner at Livida. “This is a unique opportunity that’s unlikely to be repeated any time soon.”
The building will be home to 34 apartments, ranging in size from compact studios to spacious and exclusive city centre homes. Radhaus is an unbeatable opportunity for anyone who wants to live in the lap of history while enjoying all the mod cons. The building’s reconstruction will usher in a new era in the Old Town, offering homeowners and investors something truly unique and exclusive.
This is the kind of opportunity that’s unlikely to be repeated in the near future.
The building’s historic frontage will be preserved, but its interior will get a modern makeover
Using the cutting-edge Bisly smart home solution, Radhaus will make life easier and more energy efficient for residents. Integrated automation systems will control ventilation, heating, cooling and access. This includes the use of CO2 sensors that detect when a room needs more air. Each apartment will come equipped with combination locks that enable remote management and which are ideal for e.g. Airbnb rentals, providing a unique access code for the rental period.
Thought has also been turned to the convenience of future residents with the installation of smart mailboxes in the foyer. These mailboxes will also serve as parcel terminals, allowing you to both send and receive packages. The building will have an elevator, too: a rare treat in the Old Town.
Since Radhaus is situated in the city centre, with limited vehicle access, the car-free life of the future has played an important part in the planning of the development. “The building will have separate rooms for storing bikes and scooters, and a special space in which to clean both them and dogs that have made the most of being outdoors,” Kiidron explained. “Our aim is to make getting around and living in the city as easy as possible even without a car.”
Floor-to-ceiling windows, one-of-a-kind balconies and five-metre ceilings
Radhaus stands out for more than just its technical solutions: it offers some truly unique apartments. “For example, there’s quite literally a singular opportunity here to buy an apartment with a balcony overlooking Town Hall Square,” Kiidron noted. “I can state with certainty that this is the last chance of its kind, because the building of such balconies is no longer allowed. They’ll be the only ones in Tartu with such a view.”
In addition, some of the apartments will have an open roof ridge, with ceilings reaching as high as five metres in places. The apartments in the newer part of the complex will have floor-to-ceiling windows in a grid pattern befitting the Old Town and creating a cosy atmosphere. Large terraces will be attached to the two apartments at the back of the building, allowing residents to enjoy the sun and the hustle and bustle of the city.
It’s important to Livida to guarantee the sustainable use of energy in its developments, in response to present and future concerns alike. Although it isn’t mandatory for renovated buildings to have an energy rating of A, Radhaus will achieve maximum energy efficiency. “We’re making sure that’s the case because we want to maximise the quality of what we’re offering,” said Kiidron. “That way, future homeowners won’t have to deal with the issue again themselves further down the line.”
◆ ◆ ◆
More information about Radhaus can be found online at radhaus.livida.ee
Livida is an Estonia property developer that’s dedicated to simplifying the process of buying and designing homes. Find out more about Livida at www.livida.ee
