Variku, Residential district in Tartu, Estonia
Variku is a residential neighbourhood in Tartu with apartment blocks and school facilities throughout the area. The district features a mix of housing types and local amenities that serve the everyday needs of its residents.
Variku developed as part of Tartu's urban growth in the 20th century. The neighbourhood became established with defined boundaries and its own local administrative structures.
The Tartu Variku School functions as both an educational center and a community gathering point, supporting the district's population of 1,869 residents.
The neighbourhood is well connected by public transportation and offers easy access to the city centre. Most daily services and facilities are within walking distance or reachable by local bus routes.
With a population density of 2,400 people per square kilometer, Variku represents one of Tartu's established residential communities adjacent to Tammelinn district.
Location: Tartu City
Shares border with: Tammelinn
GPS coordinates: 58.34964,26.70587
Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:00
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