White City in Baku 2026 — Investor Guide | Property Center | חדשות נדל"ן | מרכז הנכסים

White City is one of the most ambitious urban development projects in Baku — transforming an old industrial area (formerly oil refineries) into a modern, planned urban neighborhood from scratch.

Background of the Project

The area was previously used for oil refining facilities and heavy industry. As part of Baku's urban development trend (see historical background on the oil economy and city development), it was decided to convert it into a modern residential and commercial neighborhood according to an organized master plan.

What the Plan Includes

The plan includes residential buildings, commercial and office spaces, public gardens, and modern urban infrastructure — unlike organic, unplanned development, White City is being built as a complete neighborhood according to a unified planning vision.

Feature	Detail
Previous Designation	Industrial/Oil Refining Area
New Designation	Planned Residential and Commercial Neighborhood
Planning Style	Unified Master Plan, not organic development

Why It Interests Investors

Projects planned from scratch often offer more modern infrastructure, higher standardization in construction quality, and more comprehensive urban planning than individual projects in older neighborhoods — a long-term advantage in terms of property value.

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Common Misconceptions

A common misconception is that development on former industrial land carries risks of soil contamination — in regulated projects like White City, addressing soil and historical contamination is part of the official planning approval process, and not an issue the investor needs to handle themselves, but it is still advisable to verify this through the accompanying attorney.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a risk of soil contamination from the area's industrial past?

Soil contamination management is part of the official planning and approval process for such projects — it is recommended to check the relevant documentation through the accompanying attorney as part of the due diligence.

When is the project expected to be fully completed?

Master plan projects of this scale are built in phases over the years — it is advisable to check the current timeline for the specific phase you are interested in.

Are prices in White City higher than in projects in older neighborhoods?

It depends on the stage of development and the characteristics of the specific unit — it is recommended to compare with similar projects (see the complete comparison table).

The Next Step

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