Over 1000 dwellings earmarked for experts are under construction in Yakutia
The Lowdown on Affordable Housing Boom in Sakha (Yakutia)
Step aside, New York, Florida, and Virginia — Sakha (Yakutia) is making waves in the eastern frontier. Driven by the state program "Affordable Rental Housing in the Far Eastern Federal District," initiated by President Vladimir Putin, the region is steering a course for sustainable growth and better living standards.
Holding a quota of 1003 apartments, the Republlic of Yakutia is sprouting eight housing projects across four bustling cities: Yakutsk, Mirny, Aldan, and Neryungri. Keep your eyes peeled for the first commission in February 2024 — a residential building in Yakutsk's Marha microdistrict boasting 24 apartments. No need to worry about unfurnished digs; these apartments come fully equipped, complete with furniture and appliances. In your wallet, expect monthly rent ranging from 5 to 14 thousand rubles, depending on size.
"Our applicants encompass incoming workers lacking their own residences, young specialists under 35, and participants of a special military operation with proof of employment and income," elaborates Victor Romanov, Minister of Construction of Yakutia. Residents can stake temporary claim for up to three years, with potential extensions.
By year's end, additional apartment complexes will pop up in Yakutsk (141 apartments), Neryungri (192 apartments), and Aldan (28 apartments), keeping construction schedules and undergoing technical checks.
Over in Yakutsk, the "Sosnovy Bor" residential complex with 283 apartments is due to finish in 2026, with over 90 specialists on board. Another project, the "BILIBINO" complex with 141 apartments, is currently 75% built.
In Aldan, work has started on a 117-apartment building in Solnechny microdistrict, targeting a summer 2026 wrap-up, along with a 50%-complete office-apartment building on Divizionnaya St., planned for end-2025 delivery.
Neryungri is constructing the "Pokrovskie Vorota" complex with 192 apartments on Kravchenko St., with building readiness ranging from 25% to 45%. Another 60-apartment project in R quarter is nearing completion of foundation work, with a fourth-quarter 2026 schedule.
Finally, the construction of a 158-apartment building in Mirny is charging ahead, with preparatory work completed, and installations of load-bearing structures underway. Expected completion? End of 2026.
According to Putin, the affordable rental housing push in the Far East came as a response to the 2022 Eastern Economic Forum, with the goal to create at least 10,000 apartments for preferential rental, catering to young professionals, students, and crucial industry specialists.
If you're hankering for more nitty-gritty details and up-to-the-minute updates, look no further than official regional government websites, the Ministry of Construction, Housing and Utilities of the Russian Federation, or Yakutia-specific administration portals — they're your go-to hubs for authentic program insights.
Sports enthusiasts may find a break during their stay in Sakha (Yakutia), as the region introduces recreational facilities alongside the affordable housing boom. Given the focus on attracting young professionals and specialists, it's likely that sports amenities catering to various interests will be part of the area's development, enhancing the quality of life in the region.
