Discover Čiekurkalns
official neighborhood guide by Urban Treetops
Discover Čiekurkalns
official neighborhood guide by Urban Treetops
" Čiekurkalns from historic perspective is one of the oldest neighborhoods for factory workers in the city of Riga. Rapid industrial development and openings of factories were the main reason for the massive growth of the neighborhood in the second half of 19th century and early beginning of 20th century. All of this contributed to the growth of multi-residential apartment buildings. This is a neighborhood where families enjoyed small-town living for many years, until it became more populated and it was converted for industrial use in Soviet occupation time.Čiekurkalns neighborhood with its industrial feel from older days looks very attractive for younger families. Additionaly, the neighborhood definetley has a huge potential for future growth. We can already see more of new construction residential buildings being built. The environment that surrounds the residential buildings in is super green therefore it is suited for young families with kids. The spacious, well-appointed courtyards next to residential units are designed for walks, relaxation and barbecue (if you are into grilling). Close proximity to Mežaparks neighborhood is definitely one of the biggest advantages. One of the disadvantages that we can mention is lack of shopping areas in the neighborhood. Though, the Čiekurkans neighborhood is not designed for shopping but for families and businesses. Therefore, you can visit shopping malls in nearby neighborhoods, for example: TC Alfa. "
![small-street-ciekurkalns Residential single-storey buildings](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img,w_2811,h_4999/http://urbantreetops.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/small-street-ciekurkalns.jpg)
![small-street-ciekurkalns Residential single-storey buildings](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img,w_2811,h_4999/http://urbantreetops.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/small-street-ciekurkalns.jpg)
Čiekurkalns from historic perspective is one of the oldest neighborhoods for factory workers in the city of Riga. Rapid industrial development and openings of factories were the main reason for the massive growth of the neighborhood in the second half of 19th century and early beginning of 20th century. All of this contributed to the growth of multi-residential apartment buildings.
This is a neighborhood where families enjoyed small-town living for many years, until it became more populated and it was converted for industrial use in Soviet occupation time.
Čiekurkalns neighborhood with its industrial feel from older days looks very attractive for younger families. Additionaly, the neighborhood definetley has a huge potential for future growth. We can already see more of new construction residential buildings being built. The environment that surrounds the residential buildings in is super green therefore it is suited for young families with kids. The spacious, well-appointed courtyards next to residential units are designed for walks, relaxation and barbecue (if you are into grilling). Close proximity to Mežaparks neighborhood is definitely one of the biggest advantages. One of the disadvantages that we can mention is lack of shopping areas in the neighborhood. Though, the Čiekurkans neighborhood is not designed for shopping but for families and businesses. Therefore, you can visit shopping malls in nearby neighborhoods, for example: TC Alfa.
![ciekurkalns-water-tower Water Tower built in 1912](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img,w_2700,h_1519/http://urbantreetops.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/ciekurkalns-water-tower.jpg)
![ciekurkalns-water-tower Water Tower built in 1912](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img,w_2700,h_1519/http://urbantreetops.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/ciekurkalns-water-tower.jpg)
ACCESSIBILITY
Taking into consideration that Čiekurkalns so far has been more unequally treated as other neighborhoods, the convenience of public transport is not really effective. Nevertheless, the neighborhood can be reached by tram, trolley, bus, and minibus. A major help for improving the connectivity of neighborhood was the development of new road infrastructure and the bridge overpass.
ACCESSIBILITY
Taking into consideration that Čiekurkalns so far has been more unequally treated as other neighborhoods, the convenience of public transport is not really effective. Nevertheless, the neighborhood can be reached by tram, trolley, bus, and minibus. A major help for improving the connectivity of neighborhood was the development of new road infrastructure and the bridge overpass.
Map of Ciekurkalns neighborhood
Map of Ciekurkalns neighborhood
Public Transport
![Bus Bus](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img,w_50,h_50/http://urbantreetops.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/2980b9.png)
BUS
9, 48
![tram tram](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img,w_50,h_50/http://urbantreetops.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/2c3e50.png)
TRAM
6, 11
Public Transport
![Bus Bus](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img,w_50,h_50/http://urbantreetops.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/2980b9.png)
BUS
9, 48
![tram tram](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img,w_50,h_50/http://urbantreetops.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/2c3e50.png)
TRAM
6, 11
![bicycle-path Bicycle path connecting Ciekurkalns and Mezaparks](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img/https://urbantreetops.com/wp-content/uploads/bb-plugin/cache/bicycle-path-landscape-efeb9f9b4ff4d19b6174eb6ad1bd779b-598df1af33da4.jpg)
![bridge-transmission Bridge transmission connecting Teika to Ciekurkalns](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img/https://urbantreetops.com/wp-content/uploads/bb-plugin/cache/bridge-transmission-landscape-c129008bf80345274c0946f9c83e3cb5-598df1af33e54.jpg)
Bicycle path
Bicycle path
The neighborhood also hosts two important Government institutions:
"The State Revenue Service" is a direct administrative authority under the supervision of the Minister of Finance, which ensures the accounting of tax payments and taxpayers; the collection of taxes, duties and other mandatory payments specified by the State in the territory of the Republic of Latvia; collects taxes, duties and other mandatory payments into the budget of the European Union; and implements the customs policy and organizes customs matters.
"The Office of Citizenship and Migration Affairs" is a state institution under the supervision of the Ministry of Interior of Republic of Latvia and is responsible for issue of identity documents and travel documents, maintenance of the Population Register, implementation of state migration policy, including development and implementation of repatriation and asylum policy."
![new-project-ciekurkalns New construction in Ciekrukalns - Ezerparka nami](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img/https://urbantreetops.com/wp-content/uploads/bb-plugin/cache/new-project-ciekurkalns-landscape-f654b358be5caf5bf80782f6f1c67984-598d7dbfcb258.jpg)
![Green forest park in Ciekurkalns Green forest park in Ciekurkalns](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img/https://urbantreetops.com/wp-content/uploads/bb-plugin/cache/forest-landscape-92ea093542cb6907dab181b338ce61f7-598d7dbfcb30b.jpg)
![čiekurkalns-summer Residential apartment buildings](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img/https://urbantreetops.com/wp-content/uploads/bb-plugin/cache/čiekurkalns-summer-landscape-10b98a3c46f49b28ccd2f2eba8a3f5be-598d7dbfcb3bb.jpg)
![ciekurkalns-winter Winter season in the neighborhood](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img,w_4999,h_2811/http://urbantreetops.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/ciekurkalns-winter.jpg)
COMMUNITY LIFESTYLE
COMMUNITY LIFESTYLE
![Beautiful skyline over Ciekurkalns Beautiful skyline over Ciekurkalns](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img/https://urbantreetops.com/wp-content/uploads/bb-plugin/cache/sky-landscape-e010485b6622ad8e6f0c1bf3fe662b9d-598d9e74d8582.jpg)
![residential-buildings-ciekurkalns Residential buildings](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img/https://urbantreetops.com/wp-content/uploads/bb-plugin/cache/residential-buildings-ciekurkalns-landscape-12e64c8ce513bd38a74afce9a09ae261-598d9e74d8636.jpg)
![pre-war-residential-ciekurkalns Pre-war residential apartments](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img/https://urbantreetops.com/wp-content/uploads/bb-plugin/cache/pre-war-residential-ciekurkalns-landscape-ed14bb8cabc3cf3808538c877bae27dc-598d9e74d86e8.jpg)
![ciekurkalns-riga-celebration-community Local community celebrating in Čiekurkalns | photos: @Šreienbuša/Čiekurkalns](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img,w_2048,h_1365/http://urbantreetops.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/ciekurkalns-riga-celebration-community.jpg)
![ciekurkalns-riga-active-community Local community helping to redevelop the neighborhood | | photos: @Šreienbuša/Čiekurkalns](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img,w_1700,h_1275/http://urbantreetops.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/ciekurkalns-riga-active-community.jpg)
Čiekurkalns has some of the best views of Ķīšezers lake. In result, we can say that surroundings of the neighborhood are constantly changing. Therefore, the community is changing as well. Nowadays housing block structure could be considered more or less as a something similar to suburban are. This neighborhood is suitable for young families and people who are seeking calmer lifestyle.
" Diverse architecture: Especially buildings from wooden constructions. The architecture is spectacular and remarkably diverse, therefore, you will never get tired of living in the neighborhood. One of the coolest parts about the neighborhood is the border with Ķīšezers lake. Even the Soviet time architectural block houses somehow fit in the neighborhood of Čiekurkalns. "
![Tram line No.6 Tram line No.6](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img/https://urbantreetops.com/wp-content/uploads/bb-plugin/cache/6-tramline-ciekurkalns-landscape-0b7abff5851f1cb5677ab27d3da8c9a5-598da4ae12fb4.jpg)
The oldest neighborhood buildings were centered around the 1st and 2nd long lines of Ciekurkalns, as well as the crossroads 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, and 9.
![public-transport-ciekurkalns Public transport stop in Ciekurkalns](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img/https://urbantreetops.com/wp-content/uploads/bb-plugin/cache/public-transport-ciekurkalns-landscape-0031528465a306d4a47a9627a612a430-598da76b7ef8c.jpg)
![Tram line No.6 Tram line No.6](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img/https://urbantreetops.com/wp-content/uploads/bb-plugin/cache/6-tramline-ciekurkalns-landscape-0b7abff5851f1cb5677ab27d3da8c9a5-598dac3b0e97e.jpg)
![public-transport-ciekurkalns Public transport stop in Ciekurkalns](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img/https://urbantreetops.com/wp-content/uploads/bb-plugin/cache/public-transport-ciekurkalns-landscape-0031528465a306d4a47a9627a612a430-598dac3b0ea41.jpg)
Čiekurkalns has some of the best views of Ķīšezers lake. In result, we can say that surroundings of the neighborhood are constantly changing. Therefore, the community is changing as well. Nowadays housing block structure could be considered more or less as a something similar to suburban are. This neighborhood is suitable for young families and people who are seeking calmer lifestyle.
![ciekurkalns-neighborhood Beautiful winter season in Čiekurkalns](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img,w_4200,h_2363/http://urbantreetops.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/ciekurkalns-neighborhood-1.jpg)
THE REAL ESTATE MARKET
![HOME VALUE HOME VALUE](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img,w_50,h_50/http://urbantreetops.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/d8b61a-house.png)
HOME VALUE
Čiekurkalns ↑
Buying a home in Ciekurkalns is a great investment, especially taking into consideration future value appreciation. Additionally, it's a fabulous place for living and active recreation.
![Find apartment in Riga Find apartment in Riga](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img,w_50,h_50/http://urbantreetops.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/Apartment-Filled-50.png)
NEIGHBORHOOD FOR
FAMILY | AFFORDABLE
This neighborhood is suited for young families with kids that are looking for their first home. Also, there are sever residential apartment buildings that have decent rental prices - so it's affordable.
![HOME VALUE HOME VALUE](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img,w_50,h_50/http://urbantreetops.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/d8b61a-house.png)
HOW TO FIND A HOME
FOR ME & MY NEEDS
We can help you by advice on how to find an apartment, a home, roommates and neighborhood in Riga. You can also visit Urban Treetops Facebook page to learn more about city of Riga!
![ciekurkalns-green-community Green surroundings in Ciekurkalns](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img/https://urbantreetops.com/wp-content/uploads/bb-plugin/cache/ciekurkalns-green-community-square-ea20882afca805f249fcf193ffe3d0f0-59908b2142a29.jpg)
![ciekurklans-center Small center and shopping area of Ciekurkalns](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img/https://urbantreetops.com/wp-content/uploads/bb-plugin/cache/ciekurklans-center-square-3cbddd571c518ade87e150c4a6abf804-59908b2142ada.jpg)
![ciekurkalns-sovier-era-pre-war Cobble stone streets, Soviet occupation era and pre-war residential area](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img/https://urbantreetops.com/wp-content/uploads/bb-plugin/cache/ciekurkalns-sovier-era-pre-war-square-6976a1c75972eb87c87be61f0d3c0ae7-59908b2142b7d.jpg)
![ciekurkalns-small-residential-homes Peaceful and calm area for families in Ciekurkalns](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img/https://urbantreetops.com/wp-content/uploads/bb-plugin/cache/ciekurkalns-small-residential-homes-square-9cf48f71e6cb5dc7b977bdb1287430ad-59908b2142c2f.jpg)
![ciekurkalns-teraudlietuves-street Buildings on Tēraudlietuves street](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img,w_2000,h_1125/http://urbantreetops.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/ciekurkalns-teraudlietuves-street.jpg)
![ciekurkalns-teraudlietuves-street-industrial On this street you can find mixed use buildings](https://sp-ao.shortpixel.ai/client/to_webp,q_glossy,ret_img,w_2000,h_1125/http://urbantreetops.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/ciekurkalns-teraudlietuves-street-industrial.jpg)
"You will love this green neighborhood with waterfront and cobble stone streets - Enjoy Ciekurkalns neighborhood!"
You will love this green neighborhood with waterfront and cobble stone streets - Enjoy Ciekurkalns neighborhood!
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