Korteri

Korteri is an Estonian noun meaning an apartment or flat; the form korteri is the genitive singular. A korter is a self-contained dwelling within a building, intended for habitation by a single household. It typically includes living spaces such as a kitchen, one or more rooms, a bathroom, and its own entrance. In Estonia, such units can be owned as property or rented from a landlord or housing association. The term is widely used in real estate, tenancy agreements, and everyday speech.

Common types described in listings include one-room apartments (ühetoaline korter) and two- or three-room apartments (kaks- või kolmetoaline korter). A studio apartment, often called a stuudiokorter, is a korter with an open-plan living area and sleeping space, without a separate bedroom. Size is usually expressed in square meters and assessed for livability, layout, and access to amenities such as water, heating, and internet.

Ownership and governance: In multi-unit buildings, the legal ownership of an individual apartment is referred to as korteriomand. The shared parts of the building, such as stairs, hallways, and courtyards, are typically managed by a korteriühistu, or housing association, on behalf of all korteriomanikud (apartment owners). The association handles maintenance, budgeting, and decisions affecting common areas.

Usage and language: Korteri appears frequently in real estate, contracts, and regulatory contexts. Phrases like korteri hind (price of the apartment) or korteri remond (renovation of the apartment) illustrate its role in common expressions.