Student accommodation in Stockholm is hard to find at short notice. The city’s main universities, including Stockholm University, KTH Royal Institute of Technology and Karolinska Institutet, draw far more students than there are student rooms, so most people combine several routes at once. This guide covers university housing offices, the SSSB queue, private student housing companies, subletting platforms and short-stay rooms, grouped by who runs them and where they are.
Each listing shows the provider, the area and what the housing is generally like. Queue rules, application windows and rents change, so confirm the current details with the provider before you apply or pay a deposit. Be cautious of any offer that asks for money before you have seen a contract.
1. Albano Student Apartments
Provider: Stockholm University Housing (applications and contracts); the buildings are owned by Svenska Bostäder
Location: Albano
Description: Furnished studios and apartments for international students.
Key Amenities: Furnished. Utilities are not stated, so ask the Housing Office.
Nearest University: Stockholm University
Why Suitable: A furnished option handled through the university’s own application process.
2. Lappkärrsberget (Lappis)
Provider: Stockholm University Housing (SSSB also lets homes in Lappkärrsberget)
Location: Norra Djurgården
Description: About 300 furnished corridor rooms with private bathrooms, for exchange students who are student union (SSCO) members.
Key Amenities: Bed, desk and chair; internet included; free laundry
Nearest University: Stockholm University
Distance: About 10 minutes’ walk from Frescati
Why Suitable: Furnished rooms close to campus.
3. Kungshamra
Provider: Stockholm University Housing (SSSB also lists Kungshamra)
Location: Solna
Description: 40 furnished corridor rooms. Student union (SSCO) membership is required.
Key Amenities: Furnished, internet included
Nearest University: Stockholm University
Distance: A short bus ride, according to the university
4. Nora Torg
Provider: Stockholm University Housing
Location: Solna
Description: 28 furnished studios of 18–22 m² with a kitchenette (two hotplates).
Key Amenities: Furnished, internet included
Nearest University: Stockholm University
Distance: About 20 minutes by public transport
5. Remus
Provider: Stockholm University Housing Office
Location: Norrtull
Description: Shared and studio apartments with great city access.
Key Amenities: Furnished, kitchen, WiFi, laundry
Nearest University: Stockholm University
Distance: 15 minutes by metro
Why Suitable: Flexible, affordable, and well-connected.
Nearest: Odenplan Library, Odenplan Metro
6. Solna
Provider: Stockholm University Housing
Location: Solna
Description: 20 studios, listed at SEK 31,500 per semester. Check the current rent with the Housing Office.
Nearest University: Stockholm University
7. SSSB Student Housing
Provider: Stiftelsen Stockholms Studentbostäder (SSSB)
Location: 26 areas across Stockholm
Description: Stockholm’s largest student housing provider, with corridor rooms, studios and shared flats. You must study at least half-time (15 ECTS per term), be registered at the address and be a member of a student union (SSCO). Rent is paid for 10 months, with none for June and July.
Key Amenities: Most homes are rented unfurnished (for example Pax)
Nearest University: All major universities
8. KI Housing
Provider: Karolinska Institutet
Location: Solna, Flemingsberg, Pax (Solna) and Berzelius väg
Description: Furnished rooms and apartments for international students and researchers. Rents start from SEK 4,403 per month at Pax, SEK 5,260 at Flemingsberg and SEK 6,679 at Solna.
Key Amenities: Furnished; internet included in most areas
Nearest University: Karolinska Institutet
9. KTH Housing
Provider: KTH Housing
Location: Malvinas väg, Teknikringen, Hemmet and Lappkärrsberget
Description: Furnished rooms, mainly for fee-paying and exchange students. Fee-paying degree students are guaranteed housing for their first year; exchange students are not.
Nearest University: KTH
10. ByggVesta Student Housing
Provider: ByggVesta
Location: Flemingsberg and Rinkeby, according to ByggVesta’s site
Description: Student flats and housing projects. Check ByggVesta’s site for current availability and whether homes are furnished.
11. Casita Downtown Apartment
Provider: Casita
Location: Central Stockholm
Description: Listed on Casita’s Stockholm page and priced per day; Casita’s Stockholm listings range from €31.50 to €67.50 per day. Check the listing to see whether it is a private let or a homestay.
12. Casita Guestroom
Provider: Casita
Location: Stockholm
Description: Listed on Casita’s Stockholm page and priced per day. Check the listing to see whether it is a private let or a homestay.
13. Casita MARIA-PAEZ
Provider: Casita
Location: Central Stockholm
Description: Listed on Casita’s Stockholm page and priced per day. Check the listing to see whether it is a private let or a homestay.
14. Akademisk Kvart
Provider: SSCO (non-profit platform supported by Stockholm University, KTH, Södertörn University and KI)
Location: Citywide
Description: A platform that connects students with private individuals renting out rooms or whole homes.
Nearest University: All major universities
Why Suitable: A route for students who do not get queue-based housing.
15. Samtrygg Stockholm
Provider: Samtrygg
Location: Citywide
Description: Secure subletting platform for student accommodation.
Key Amenities: Furnished/unfurnished, WiFi, kitchen, flexible contracts
Nearest University: All major universities
Distance: Varies
Why Suitable: Safe, easy, and broad choice.
Nearest: Depends on property
16. Bostadsförmedlingen i Stockholm
Provider: Bostadsförmedlingen (municipal housing agency)
Location: Citywide
Description: Stockholm’s official housing queue, with student housing as a reserved category. The queue fee is SEK 200 per year and the average wait is about nine years. You need a Swedish personal or coordination number.
Nearest University: All major universities
17. Svenska Bostäder
Provider: Svenska Bostäder
Location: Albano (about 1,000 student apartments), Kista, Liljeholmen, Östberga and Hammarby Sjöstad
Description: About 2,000 student apartments. Students apply through Bostadsförmedlingen with an acceptance letter and 15 credits per term.
Nearest University: All major universities
18. Student Apartments Södermalm
Provider: Private/Agencies
Location: Södermalm
Description: Trendy, central apartments for independent students.
Key Amenities: Kitchen, WiFi, laundry
Nearest University: Stockholm University
Distance: 20 minutes by metro
Why Suitable: Urban, lively, and close to entertainment.
Nearest: Medborgarplatsen Metro, Söderhallarna Mall
19. Short Stay Rooms Stockholm
Provider: Various
Location: Citywide
Description: Short-term, furnished rooms for exchange or summer students.
Key Amenities: WiFi, flexible lease
Nearest University: All major universities
Distance: Varies
Why Suitable: Perfect for short courses, exchanges, or internships.
Nearest: Depends on property
Top 10 FAQs on Student Accommodation Stockholm
1. How do I apply for student accommodation in Stockholm?
It depends on who you are. Stockholm University housing is limited to exchange, scholarship and fee-paying students and is not guaranteed. KTH guarantees a first-year room only to fee-paying degree students. SSSB requires student union (SSCO) membership, and Bostadsförmedlingen requires a Swedish personal or coordination number. Casita and Samtrygg are other routes.
2. Is student accommodation in Stockholm furnished?
Not always. Stockholm University, KI and KTH housing is furnished, but most SSSB homes are rented unfurnished.
3. How much does student accommodation cost in Stockholm?
It depends on the provider. KI rents start from SEK 4,403 per month at Pax, SEK 5,260 at Flemingsberg and SEK 6,679 at Solna. SSSB rents go up to about SEK 12,141 per month depending on the home. Check the current rent with each provider.
4. Are utilities included in the rent?
It varies. Stockholm University and KI housing include internet. Albano’s utilities are not stated, and SSSB says electricity and hot water are either included or invoiced, depending on the home. Check each listing.
5. How early should I apply for student housing?
As early as the provider allows. Stockholm University and KTH use applications, while SSSB and Bostadsförmedlingen use queues; Bostadsförmedlingen’s average wait is about nine years.
6. Can I live with a host family in Stockholm?
Casita lists homestays and private lets in Stockholm, but not every listing is a homestay. Check the listing before you book.
7. Are there short-term student accommodation options?
Yes, many providers offer short-stay rooms for exchange, summer, or internship students.
8. Is student accommodation in Stockholm safe?
Most residences have secure access, but safety features vary by building and area. Check each provider’s details before you apply.
9. How do I get to my university from my accommodation?
Stockholm’s public transport is excellent, with metro, bus, and train connections near most student housing.
10. What amenities are included in student accommodation?
Common amenities include internet, laundry, kitchen access and study spaces, but they differ by provider. Check each listing.
Last checked against provider websites: October 2026. Details were checked on the providers’ own sites where they could be reached. Some Stockholm University pages could not be opened automatically, so check the Remus listing and other university details directly with the Housing Office.
