Real Estate in Sweden
Last updated on Jan 17, 2023
Summary: Expats and retirees talk about real estate in Sweden? How do you find a home in Sweden? Should you buy or rent? What is the cost of housing?
How do I find a place to live in Sweden?
We asked expats how they chose their neighborhood and found a place to live. They answered:
"My husband was very particular on where we would live. Believe it or not, there are slumps in Sweden and Swedes are so careful about where and how they live that "addresses" are important statements of their "class". We got a tip through some friends," added another expat who made the move to Stockholm.
What is a typical expat home or apartment like in Sweden?
"We live in a second hand rental apartment which came unfurnished, with a fridge, oven and an electric stove. The rental includes heating and a car park bay. The apartment is about 3mins to the train stop, 2 mins to the Lake Malaren, 8-10mins on train to Stockholm city and close the the forest. Most expats live in apartments. If they are career expats, they might be in paid for villas with 3-5 rooms, fully furnished," said another person in Stockholm.
What is the average cost of housing in Sweden?
If you are thinking about moving to Sweden, cost of living in probably a key consideration. Expats commented about the cost of housing:
"Higher than where I'm from in the US. We paid like 7000 sek for our flat and it was TINY," said another person in Goteborg.
"I found the housing in Sweden to be outrageously expensive. For what we are paying for a 59sq unfurnished apartment with one bedroom, we could have had a fully furnished apartment or house with at least 1,200sq! Plus a garden and parking! We pay about 6,000sek here while an apartment in Malaysia (in a good area) would cost between RM2000 to RM3,500," remarked another foreigner who made the move to Stockholm.
About the Author
Joshua Wood, LPC joined Expat Exchange in 2000 and serves as one of its Co-Presidents. He is also one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. Prior to Expat Exchange, Joshua worked for NBC Cable (MSNBC and CNBC
Primetime). Joshua has a BA from Syracuse and a Master's in Clinical and Counseling Psychology from Fairleigh Dickinson University. Mr. Wood is also a licensed counselor and psychotherapist.
Some of Joshua's articles include Pros and Cons of Living in Portugal, 10 Best Places to Live in Ireland and Pros and Cons of Living in Uruguay. Connect with Joshua on LinkedIn.
Other Questions:
- How do I meet people in Sweden?
- What is life like as an expat in your area?
- Is there a lot of crime in Sweden?
- What do I need to know before retiring in Sweden?
- Is there a lot of diversity? Are people in Sweden accepting of differences?
- What are the schools in Sweden like?
- Is the cost of living in Sweden high?
- What advice do you have for expats having a baby in Sweden?
- What are healthcare services like in Sweden?
- Is the cost of living in Sweden high?
- What type of recreational facilities are in Sweden?
- What is the weather like in Sweden?
- Are there good restaurants in Sweden?
- Where will I buy groceries and do other shopping in Sweden?
- What are the visa & residency requirements in Sweden?
- Are healthcare and health insurance expensive in Sweden?
- What do I need to know when buying property in Sweden?
- Are foreigners allowed to own property in Sweden?
- What appliances are typically included in a rental?