District Guide 2026•Kotka•Kymenlaakso

Hovinsaari (Kotka): Neighborhood guide, property prices & living

Saarella sijaitseva kaupunginosa aivan Kotkansaaren kupeessa. Xamkin Kantasataman uuden kampuksen myötä vilkastunut opiskelijakeskittymä.

Avg. price / m²

1 320 €

existing apartments
Rent level

12.50 € / m²

avg. rent / m²
Families

16 %

of households
Safety

91 / 100

Police statistics
Location on map60.474, 26.924
Hovinsaari, Kotka

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Transit & Commute

Commuting & Transit

To centre approx.5 min

Kävelyetäisyys Kantasatamaan ja Kotkan rautatieasemalle

Population: 2,400 residents
Area highlights

Why people enjoy living in Hovinsaari

Xamk Kantasatama merikampus
Merenkulkumuseo Vellamo
Kantasataman Tapahtumakeskus Satama
Kotkan keskustan sillat
Schools & Daycare

Education & Daycare

Early education & school enrollment:Alongside municipal daycares and schools, private voucher daycares (Finnish, Swedish, bilingual and specialized) serve the area. The nearest daycare spot and primary school are assigned based on your exact street address.
Daycare & Early Education:
  • Päiväkoti Merituuli
Primary schools:
  • Hovinsaaren koulu (1–6 lk)
Upper secondary & High schools:
  • Xamk Kantasatama -kampus
Find area daycares on map:Google Maps (external service)

Municipal school catchment areas and placements are determined by the municipality based on your exact home address.

Daily services

Groceries & Healthcare

Groceries:
  • S-Market Hovinsaari
Healthcare:
  • Kymenlaakson keskussairaala
Check stores and opening hours:
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Sources: Statistics Finland, Police records & OKF Master Database