Stockholm university

Housing for international students

Stockholm University offers a variety of student accommodation options to support international students during their stay in Stockholm. This page explains who can apply, how it works, and what to expect.

Accommodation is limited, so it is a good idea to explore alternative housing options at the same time.

 

Who is eligible to apply

Only certain international students are eligible for university accommodation based on a government regulation. 

Accommodation may be offered to

  • exchange students studying for at least one semester
  • tuition fee-paying students studying for at least one semester
  • students with a Stockholm University Scholarship or a Swedish Institute Scholarship, studying for at least one semester
  • exchange doctoral students staying for at least one semester.

Please note: If you are an exchange doctoral student, you will find tailored information on a separate page.
Accommodation for researchers and doctoral students

 

How to apply

The application process differs depending on which type of student you are. Choose the option that applies to you:

Apply for accommodation – exchange students

Apply for accommodation – fee-paying students and scholarship holders

 

Housing options

University accommodation includes a range of furnished options – from private rooms with shared facilities to family apartments – all located in or near central Stockholm.

Photos and details

Albano

Albano. Photo: Housing Office

Albano offers studio apartments (134), one-bedroom apartments (12), and two-bedroom apartments (4).
Rent per semester:
Small studio: SEK 44,500–47,750
Large studio: SEK 59,250–61,000
One-bedroom: SEK 70,750–82,250
Two-bedroom: SEK 86,500–89,250

More photos and details about Albano

Kungshamra

Kungshamra. Photo: Housing Office

This area offers 40 single rooms with shared kitchen and bathroom facilities.
Rent per semester: SEK 24,000–28,450

More photos and details about Kungshamra

Lappis (Lappkärrsberget)

Lappis. Photo: Housing Office

Lappis has around 300 single rooms with shared facilities.
Rent per semester: SEK 24,000–31,000

More photos and details about Lappis

Nora torg

Nora torg. Photo: Housing Office

This location offers 28 studio apartments.
Rent per semester: SEK 41,800–43,550

More photos and details about Nora torg

Remus

Accommodation options include shared apartments and studios of various sizes.
Rent per semester:
Shared apartment: SEK 34,500–35,500
Small studio: SEK 35,500
Standard studio: SEK 39,000
Large studio: SEK 45,500
One-bedroom: SEK 62,500–64,500
Two-bedroom: SEK 80,000

More details about Remus

Solna

Solna. Photo: Housing Office

Solna offers 20 studio apartments.
Rent per semester: SEK 31,500

More photos and details about Solna

 

What to know before and during your stay

When you live in one of the university’s housing options, the university is your landlord.

Living in student housing

 

If you don’t receive an offer

Housing is not guaranteed. If you do not receive an offer, we recommend that you start looking for accommodation on your own.

Tips for finding housing on your own

 

Contact

If you have any questions regarding accommodation, please send an e-mail to The Housing Office.

Email: housingoffice@su.se

 

Last updated: June 26, 2025

Source: Property Management Office

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