Description
This turn-of-the-century townhouse combines the charm of historic architecture with the potential for contemporary development. Spanning four levels with a total living area of approx. 450 m² and an idyllic garden of around 200 m², the property offers a wide range of possible uses — from a spacious family residence to an attractive developer project.
The property impresses not only with its location in Vienna’s 18th district — situated between urban infrastructure and green surroundings — but also with its clear building structure and complete vacancy. This provides ideal conditions for creative residential concepts, renovations, or high-quality project development.
Plot & Building
Plot numbers according to the land register:
Plot no. 156/4 (building land: 192 m² – of which 160 m² building, 32 m² ancillary areas)
Plot no. 157/6 (garden: 209 m²)
Total area: 401 m² according to the land register (actual use approx. 450 m² of plot and living area, approx. 200 m² garden).
Construction type: Semi-detached development (Wilhelminian-era building, constructed around 1890, with successive additions).
Garage: Space for 1 car.
Not subdivided (not parified).
Building Structure
Total number of levels: 4
Residential units: 4 (one per floor, currently 100% vacant)
Heating: Gas
Year of construction: approx. 1890
Additions: approx. 1975 and 2001
Renovations:
Façade: 2001
Roof: 2019
Zoning & Building Regulations (for Developers)
Zoning according to the land-use and development plan:
GBB – Areas designated for construction projects in residential building zones
Building class: II (maximum permitted building height up to 10.5 m)
Construction type: Semi-detached development (direct connection to neighboring buildings, closed street frontage)
Potential
Existing Wilhelminian-era building with four units (development and renovation potential for investors or developers).
Possibility of densification within Building Class II (up to 10.5 m in height, currently already largely utilized).
Possible Uses
Continued use as a multi-family residential building
Conversion into a spacious single-family home
Developer project (renovation and potential attic optimization)
Location Description
Infrastructure & Shopping:
Numerous shops for daily needs are within walking distance, including supermarkets, pharmacies, banks, and specialty stores along Gersthofer Straße and at the popular Gersthof Market.
Education & Childcare:
The 18th district is considered one of Vienna’s most family-friendly areas, offering a wide range of kindergartens, primary and secondary schools, as well as internationally recognized private and music schools.
Transport Connections:
Tram lines 40 and 41 connect Gersthof directly to Vienna’s city center (Schottentor in approx. 20 minutes).
The Gersthof S-Bahn station (S45) is just a few minutes’ walk away, providing fast connections to Heiligenstadt (U4) and Hütteldorf.
Other districts of Vienna are easily accessible via the nearby Gürtel arterial road.
Recreation & Leisure:
Numerous parks and green spaces are located in the immediate vicinity, including Türkenschanzpark, Pötzleinsdorf Palace Park, and the Schafberg with its walking and hiking trails. This combination of urban infrastructure and nature-oriented recreation makes the location particularly attractive.
Living & Quality of Life:
Gersthof is known for its quiet, bourgeois atmosphere, proximity to recreational areas, and excellent connections to the city center. For decades, the area has been regarded as one of Vienna’s most desirable residential addresses.
Price Listing
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- Commission: 3% of purchase price plus 20% VAT