Churkin (Pervomaisky District)

Overview

A peninsula in the east of the city. Its main street is Kalinina. The Golden Bridge links the district with the centre in 10–15 minutes. Lugovaya Square is a transport hub. kp.ru

Transport

The Golden Bridge: 10–15 minutes to the centre. Buses No. 15Ts and 77. Mys Churkin railway station. The General Plan provides for reconstruction of the Rudnevsky Bridge (RUB 16.7 billion). primamedia.ru primamedia.ru

Infrastructure

Schools

Lyceum No. 41, School No. 27 and kindergartens. The General Plan adds new educational institutions. kp.ru

Healthcare

Polyclinic No. 5, the ambulance service (Kalinina St.) and dental clinics. yandex.ru

Shops

the Cheryomushki shopping centre, Kalina Mall (nearby), supermarkets and cafés. kp.ru

Environment and recreation

The Primorsky Stage of the Mariinsky Theatre. Uliss and Patrokl bays. A lake on Safonova Street (being landscaped). Few beaches: the shore is occupied by industry and military facilities. kp.ru

Development

The General Plan provides for road reconstruction, new social facilities and development of the Sportivnaya area. prim.rbc.ru

Price range

Studios from RUB 2.9 million, one-bedroom apartments from RUB 4.5 million, two-bedroom apartments from RUB 7.2 million. kp.ru

Things to consider

Part of the coast is occupied by industrial and military facilities. Access to the water and to walking areas depends on where the building stands.