The construction of Finland's largest residential district, Hervanta, began in southern Tampere in 1972. The area is around 9 km from the centre. Hervanta has 11 educational institutions, incl. Tampere University of Technology and Police University College. Hervanta also has facilities including a swimming pool, ice hall, library and the water tower located in the highest point of Tampere. The transport links to the centre are excellent. Located in northern Hervanta, this five-storey apartment block was built in 1977 and refurbished in 2001. There are 45 apartments.

Hervanta is located roughly 10 km from the centre of Tampere. Hervanta is like a small town in terms of size and population. All services from supermarkets to day care centres are available in the area and there is therefore no need to travel to the city centre. Access to the centre is easy, however, with plenty of bus routes, a tram line and pedestrian and cycle paths. The area is also easily accessed by car. Hervanta offer fantastic opportunities for enjoying the outdoors. It is an excellent area for running and walking, with forests for berry-picking also not far away. You can swim in Hervanta in both natural waters and at indoor pools.