How to find old rivitalos with big renovations done
We are thinking of buying a rivitalo in the Espoo area (preferably the on the Metro line). I know the general guideline of not getting a 30-40year old house as it will require major renovations in the upcoming decade. But given my budget I can't afford a newer one.
So I was looking into the older ones but I noticed that using key-words like putkiremontti or linjasaneeraus on oikotie hardly returns any listings. The completed and upcoming renovations are also not giving good indication of when those are due.
I can find older kerrostalos with these words. So I have started to wonder if rivitalos have a different renovation idea than kerrastalos. Because I keep noticing that most of the have renovations done in randomly and portions, WC renovation in unit 1,3,9. Mositure damage in wall fixed in unit 3 and 4.
So what is it, am I lacking basic knowledge on rivitalos? or is it ust that properly renovated rivitalos do not come on the market so often?
Any help will be appreciated.
Another side question, if I can only afford an older kerrostalo or rivitalo due to budget restriction. Assuming both have had similar level of renovations done, Is one of these better in ownsership from maintenance perspective. Like less chances of unexpected costs.