Student HOUSING iN Stockholm
Tips, guides and ques

FAQ

  • It depends on the provider. At SSSB, you often need 6–12 months of queue time to get a room. Akademisk Kvart has no queue at all, and some private platforms post available sublets directly.

  • Yes! SSSB has housing near both campuses—like Lappkärrsberget for SU and Teknikringen for KTH. Private providers such as SBS, K2A, and Unity also offer homes close to universities and public transport.

  • Prices vary. A corridor room with SSSB might cost around 3,000 SEK, while newer apartments from private providers can reach 10,000–11,000 SEK. Sharing or living farther from the city center can reduce costs.

  • It’s a free platform for student-only sublets. All listings are manually reviewed to minimize scams, making it one of the safest and fastest ways to find temporary housing in Stockholm.

  • Never pay anything before seeing the apartment and having a written contract. Make sure the person renting it out has permission to do so, and use secure platforms like Akademisk Kvart.

  • SSSB corridor rooms or sublets via Akademisk Kvart are usually cheapest. You can also share an apartment or live outside the city center to save money—commuting is usually easy.

  • Both! Start collecting queue time right away, but also look for sublets or short-term options. That way, you’ll have a place now and better housing later.

  • Yes. Some providers like Unity, Colive, and Akademisk Kvart offer short-term contracts—ideal for exchange students or anyone staying for just one semester.

  • Absolutely. Many universities (like KTH, KI, and SU) reserve rooms for exchange students. You apply via the university, or directly through providers like Unity or SBS.