# Ida-Viru County

Region type: County

Updated 2026-02-24

## Overview

Ida-Viru County is Estonia's easternmost and most culturally diverse county, bordering Russia and Lake Peipus. The cities of Narva, Jõhvi, and Kohtla-Järve are located here. The region is known for its industrial heritage, multilingual population, and picturesque coastline.

## History & Character

Ida-Viru County has historically been a border region between Estonia and Russia. Narva Castle and Ivangorod Fortress stand facing each other across the Narva River, symbolizing centuries of border life. In the 20th century, the area developed into an oil shale industry center, bringing a large Russian-speaking immigrant population.

## Points of Interest

Narva Castle and Hermann Fortress, Narva-Jõesuu resort, Toila-Oru Park, Ontika cliff coast, Valaste Waterfall (Estonia's highest), Kukruse Manor, Kohtla Mining Museum-Park, Auvere and Sillamäe Soviet-era architecture.

## Infrastructure & Transport

Railway and bus lines connect to Tallinn. The Narva border crossing is one of the most important Estonia-Russia crossing points. The region has several hospitals and health centers. Schools operate in both Estonian and Russian. The oil shale industry is transitioning to renewable energy.

## Market Overview

- Active Listings: 10
- Avg. Price/m²: 377 €
- Avg. Sale Price: 35835 €
- Updated 2026-10-21

## Listings in Ida-Viru County

- [](https://leiakv.ee/en/listings/ida-viru-maakond-narva-linn-soldina-tn-korter-muuk) — 16 500 €
- [Excellent apartment for living or Investment](https://leiakv.ee/en/listings/olevi-korter-muuk) — 24 500 €
- [Summer house with great potential for sale in Kudruküla!](https://leiakv.ee/en/listings/antenni-kudrukula-suvila-muuk) — 12 000 €
- [Pähklimäe tn Rahu tn 16, Pähklimäe, Narva linn, Ida-Viru maakond](https://leiakv.ee/en/listings/pahklimae-tn-rahu-tn-narva-korter-muuk) — 27 000 €
- [A cozy home surrounded by nature in a quiet area near Lake Peipu](https://leiakv.ee/en/listings/muuk-maja-katase) — 125 000 €

## Frequently asked questions

### How much does property cost in Ida-Viru County?

The average asking price in Ida-Viru County is 35 835 € (377 €/m²), as of 21 Oct 2026.

### How many listings are there in Ida-Viru County?

There are 10 properties for sale in Ida-Viru County.


Canonical: https://leiakv.ee/en/regions/ida-viru-maakond