Pioneer School, Kouluaukio 1, Kouvola

Pioneer School, Koulukuja 1, Koria
A historic landmark on the banks of the Kymijoki river is looking for a new owner

A rare opportunity is now available to acquire the former Pioneer School, one of the best-known buildings in Koria.

This valuable property owned by the City of Kouvola is located in a striking riverside setting by the Kymijoki river at Koulukuja 1, Koria.

Completed in 1936, the building was designed by architect Olavi Sorta and represents the high-quality public architecture of its era.

The solid brick and concrete building breathes history and offers an excellent basis for a new use.

Over the years, repairs and renovations have been carried out on the property, thanks to which the building has retained its valuable appearance and usability.

The property offers a unique opportunity for property developers, investors and visionaries. The current plan allows several

different uses for the building, and residential solutions, among others, have previously been envisaged for it.

The building's large spaces, striking architecture and central location create excellent conditions for, for example, apartments, services, offices, community activities or other modern uses.

The building has a protection designation safeguarding its heritage values, which helps preserve its historical and architectural identity for future generations.

The building may not be demolished, and no repair or alteration works may be carried out that would damage the architectural or historical value of the façades or roofs.

In the planning stage of repair and alteration works, an opinion must be requested from the museum authorities.

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a historically significant and impressive building in one of the best locations in Koria.

Pioneer School offers the chance to combine valuable history, high-quality construction and future development visions into a unique whole.

Pioneer School awaits a new owner who sees its potential and writes a new chapter for the building as part of the history of Koria and the Kymijoki valley.

The property is in satisfactory condition.

In 2018, surface renovations were carried out for the Kouvola housing fair, along with a few model apartment layouts and interiors, as well as painting of the façades and roof, drainage improvements, and waterproofing of the plinth.

The windows have been replaced.

Plot area 4,175 m², zoning plan, master plan, separate binding subdivision of the plot. ALP. Block area for residential, commercial, office and service buildings, and sr designation (protected building).

Year of completion 1936, total floor area 2,519 m². Heating: natural gas heating.

Natural gas consumption 238.7229 MWh/year in 2024. Natural gas 186.1233 MWh/year in 2023, i.e. approx. €17,166.17. Natural gas 211.6989 MWh/year in 2022, i.e. approx. €33,103.70/year