Protected 1917 wooden landmark mistakenly listed as modern property in Khabarovsk

A historic wooden building in Khabarovsk has been put up for sale, despite its newly granted protected status. The property at 45A Kalinina Street was officially recognised as a regional cultural heritage site in May 2026. However, the current owner appears unaware of this designation and lists it as a modern construction from 2013. The four-storey building spans 751.6 square metres and is valued at 56 million rubles. Its sales listing describes it as built in 2013, but records confirm it was actually constructed before 1917. The structure features wooden cladding and decorative patterns typical of the eclectic architectural style.

The heritage designation was formally announced on May 14, 2026, classifying it as a protected regional landmark. While the order confirms its status, it does not specify the building’s original purpose during the pre-revolutionary period. The owner’s lack of awareness about the heritage status has led to the property being marketed as a modern development. This discrepancy raises questions about how the sale will proceed under the new legal protections.

The building now falls under regional heritage laws, which restrict alterations or demolition. Its sale remains active, but potential buyers must comply with preservation rules. The case highlights the challenges of enforcing heritage protections when property records are outdated or incomplete.