An interesting situation has developed on the Minsk real estate market: banks continue to ease lending conditions, but even so, buying an apartment is something out of the realm of fantasy for many. As a recent experiment showed, to become the owner of a standard one-bedroom apartment in a new development, you need to put at least 300,000 rubles on the table. A secondary-market apartment will cost even more. What if you consider options within 250,000 rubles (just over $80,000 at the current exchange rate)? You'll have to scale back your expectations. Only small-sized units, concrete-panel housing, or properties in poor condition are valued at that price.

Let's start with this attractive option in the "move in and live" format. The apartment, with an area of 31.1 square meters, is located in a brick five-story building at Artilleristov, 13. The building was constructed in 1961. This compact one-bedroom is nice because it is fully furnished and looks tidy, meaning it won't require additional investment.

— The apartment has a wonderful renovation in an antique style, emphasizing coziness and harmony, including decor from that period, — writes the realtor. — Everything is ready for you to move straight into your apartment and enjoy life in a neighborhood where peace and quiet are inherent, yet still in the city center.

Let's consider another ready-to-move-in option that doesn't require large investments after purchase. A one-bedroom apartment with an area of 29.5 square meters is located in a five-story building from 1963 at Semenova, 20A. A fresh renovation is visible to the naked eye, and it just needs a bit of furniture and appliances.

— The condition of the apartment is excellent. A fresh and modern renovation has been done. The ceiling is stretched, the floor is laminate, and the walls are wallpapered. The space allows you to arrange the apartment exactly as you wish, — the agency notes.

The next apartment is sold almost empty (except for the kitchen and bathroom). Here you will need to update the renovation and buy everything necessary. A one-bedroom apartment with an area of 36.6 square meters awaits in a brick 12-story building on Lyubimova Avenue, 36/1. The building was constructed relatively recently — in 1992.

At this price, that is, 250,000 rubles, an unfinished apartment in Minsk-Mir is valued. True, it is not exactly an apartment, but business-class apartments. Nevertheless, the footage is good — 41.4 meters. So it is not a small unit, but a full-fledged one-bedroom or a euro-two-bedroom.

Well, let us wrap up the review with an apartment that is relatively inexpensive but requires major investment. A two-bedroom flat with an area of 45 square meters is located in a panel building from 1967 at 68 Sedykh Street. It still looks dilapidated and awaits a owner's hand:

— The apartment is prepared for rough finishing (full dismantling of tiles, linoleum, parquet, wallpaper, and plumbing has been done). There is a metal door and a gas stove, — writes the realtor.