Ensemble of three buildings: 24–26 Fedkovycha Street and 9 Horska Street

Formation of the Street

Fedkovycha Street is located within the former Kastelivka district, an area actively developed at the turn of the 20th century as a residential neighborhood in Lviv’s expanding western suburbs. The street emerged during a time of rapid urbanization spurred by industrial growth and the increasing influence of the railway.

The construction of Lviv’s main train station in 1861 served as a catalyst for the development of a new street grid west of the city center. This area quickly became home to typical multi-apartment tenement buildings, known as “income houses,” aimed at accommodating railway staff, craftsmen, clerks, and technical professionals.

Initially called “Długa” (“Long” in Polish), the street appeared on Austrian maps in the late 19th century. In the 1920s, it was renamed to honor Yurii Fedkovych, a Ukrainian writer, publicist, and military officer. The name remained unchanged during the Soviet era — a rare case for Ukrainian commemorative street names.

Architectural development along the street spans from Art Nouveau and Historicism in the early 1900s to Polish Constructivism and, later, Soviet Neoclassicism and Modernism, creating a rich urban fabric reflecting “railway urbanism.”

Builders and Styles

Buildings No. 24 and 26 were constructed in 1909 as rental apartment houses for the middle class. Their architecture combines elements of late Secession and Historicism. The facades are symmetrical with decorative pediments, geometric stucco work, and large entrance portals.

Who Was the Owner?

Historical records on the original owners are unavailable in open sources. It is likely the buildings were developed by a private firm or entrepreneur for income rental purposes.

What Does the Building Look Like?

Both are four-story tenement houses featuring tall windows and balconies on the second and third floors. The facades are decorated with stucco, and the original wooden entry gates remain intact. Inside, the stairwells feature wrought-iron railings, characteristic of early 20th-century Lviv housing.

Interesting Facts

• The surrounding area is informally known as the “railway enclave” due to the high concentration of residents employed by Ukrainian Railways.

• The basements of these buildings often house archival documents and household items from interwar Lviv.

What Is There Now?

The buildings are currently used as residential properties. Some apartments are rented out, including for short-term stays. Ground floors include a few small commercial units like salons and repair shops.