The City of Helsinki is auctioning off Villa Novilla, a building currently used for residential purposes, with a starting bid of zero euros. Despite being currently inhabited, the property’s zoning plan prohibits residential use. This means any buyer will be legally unable to live in the villa. The unusual sale is proceeding due to the property’s non-compliant status with city planning regulations. The city has not specified a reason for the zero-euro starting bid, but it likely aims to attract interest despite the limitations on its use. Potential buyers are expected to repurpose the building for a use permitted by the zoning plan. The auction details and conditions are available through the city’s official channels.