osahankkeet

Osahankkeet refers to a type of systemic real estate investment practice prevalent in Finland. This form of investment involves purchasing a substantial number of housing units within a single residential area or building. The term is derived from the Finnish language, with "osa" denoting a "share" or "part," and "hanki" meaning "to purchase" or "to buy."

In an osahankkeet, a single entity typically acquires ownership of a large number of dwellings. This can lead to a concentrated presence of a single investor within a specific geographic area, often resulting in significant control over the local rental market. The attractiveness of osahankkeet to large investors lies in the potential for generating rental income and potential long-term capital appreciation.

Osahankkeet often involve a few large investors, such as real estate companies, pension funds, or private equity firms, which acquire control of substantial portfolios of residential property. By consolidating ownership of multiple units within a single area, these investors can exert significant influence over the local housing market, influencing rental rates, prices, and supply-demand dynamics.

The osahankkeet phenomenon has been observed in various cities across Finland, with implications for the country's housing market and social policies. Some concerns have been raised about the potential for osahankkeet to concentrate investment in certain areas, potentially exacerbating gentrification and displacement of local residents.ataire.