Shared accommodation near campus

In shared housing, you have your own private bedroom and share spaces such as the kitchen, living room and bathroom with other residents. It is a sociable and more affordable way to live.

Shared accommodation is available in several areas on or near campus. The number of bedrooms, shared spaces, furnishings and rent vary between properties.

Why choose this option?

  • Lower rent than living alone.
  • Opportunities to meet new people and make friends.
  • Shared household responsibilities.
  • Access to larger spaces shared with other residents.

What's included?

  • Your own lockable bedroom.
  • A shared kitchen and lounge.
  • Furnished bedrooms and common areas.
  • Wi-Fi and household appliances.

Areas to search for

When you apply for accommodation, search for Elevhemmet, Hovbeslag, Konsulentvillan and Trädgårdsvillan separately. All four offer shared accommodation and are listed individually in the accommodation search.

To increase your chances of receiving family accommodation that suits your preferences, select all available areas when you apply.

Read about the application requirements and find the application form on the main accommodation page.

Accommodation for visiting researchers and doctoral students

Elevhemmet

Elevhemmet and a furnished bedroom. Photo: Housing Office

Elevhemmet is at Frescati Hagväg 12 in Frescati Hage, within the Royal National City Park. It is in a peaceful and scenic area near Lake Brunnsviken, known for its green surroundings and academic heritage. Both Campus Frescati and Campus Albano are a short walk away.

Rooms and shared spaces

There are 24 rooms divided between four apartments, with six bedrooms in each apartment.

Each apartment has a shared kitchen, lounge and two shared bathrooms. One of the bathrooms has a washing machine and dryer.

Monthly rent

SEK 8,450–8,850

Furnishings

Most rooms have a 140 cm bed. Two rooms have a larger 160 cm bed and are suitable for sharing with a partner.

All rooms also have a wardrobe, desk and chair.

Kitchen

The kitchen has a refrigerator, freezer, cooker, oven and microwave, as well as dinnerware and cooking utensils.

Getting there

Universitetet underground station is a few stops from central Stockholm on the red line. Elevhemmet is less than a ten-minute walk from the station.

Several bus routes also stop nearby at Universitetet Södra.

Shops and services nearby

The nearest grocery stores are about 1.5 kilometres away, towards the city centre.

A petrol station about 500 metres away sells a limited range of groceries and basic over-the-counter medicines.

Hovbeslag

Hovbeslag and a furnished bedroom. Photo: Housing Office

Hovbeslag is at Kräftriket 8A, within the Royal National City Park. It is in a peaceful and scenic area near Lake Brunnsviken, known for its green surroundings and academic heritage. Both Campus Frescati and Campus Albano are a short walk away.

Building and shared apartments

Hovbeslag was built in 1911 and has been carefully renovated to preserve its historic interior. The building is officially classified as being of high cultural value.

Tenants must follow specific rules in the rental agreement to help protect the building's original features.

The shared apartments have two, three or four private bedrooms, as well as a shared kitchen, dining room and two bathrooms.

Monthly rent

SEK 7,900–8,700

Furnishings

All apartments are furnished with beds, a table, chairs and wardrobes.

Kitchen

The kitchen has a refrigerator, freezer, cooker, oven and microwave, as well as dinnerware and cooking utensils.

Getting there

Universitetet underground station is a few stops from central Stockholm on the red line. The walk from the station to Hovbeslag takes less than ten minutes.

Several bus routes also stop nearby at Campus Albano.

Shops and services nearby

The nearest grocery stores are about 1 kilometre away, towards the city centre.

A petrol station about 700 metres away sells a limited range of groceries and basic over-the-counter medicines.

Konsulentvillan

Konsulentvillan and a furnished bedroom. Photo: Housing Office.

Konsulentvillan is at Svante Arrhenius väg 21 E in the heart of Stockholm University’s Campus Frescati, within the Royal National City Park. The area is peaceful and scenic and is known for its green surroundings and academic heritage.

Building and rooms

Konsulentvillan dates from the 1920s and is considered a building of high cultural value.

Tenants must follow specific rules in the rental agreement to help preserve its historic interior.

The house has five private bedrooms ranging from 8.5 to 31 square metres. Residents share a kitchen and dining room, two bathrooms and a laundry room.

The house also has an old fireplace, which is no longer in use.

Monthly rent

SEK 6,850–9,950

Furnishings

All rooms have a bed and mattress. Three rooms have a 90 cm bed, while the two larger rooms have a 140 cm bed.

The rooms also have a bedside table, desk and chair and/or table and chair, wardrobe, shower curtain, curtains, vacuum cleaner and mop. The larger rooms also have an armchair.

A luggage room is available in the basement for empty luggage. No other personal belongings may be stored there.

Kitchen

The kitchen has a refrigerator, freezer, cooker, oven, dishwasher, microwave, kitchen cupboards, plates, glasses, bowls, cooking utensils, pots, pans, dishes, cutlery and a sink with a water trap.

Each resident has their own refrigerator shelf, freezer compartment and kitchen cupboard.

Getting there

Universitetet underground station is a few stops from central Stockholm on the red line. Konsulentvillan is less than a ten-minute walk from the station.

Shops and services nearby

Supermarkets and restaurants are available on campus or in nearby parts of the city, which can be reached by bus in under 15 minutes.

The nearest supermarket is in the centre of the Lappis area. You will also find a pizzeria, sushi restaurant and gym around the square.

There is also an outdoor gym and a padel court in the area.

Trädgårdsvillan

Trädgårdsvillan and a furnished bedroom. Photo: Housing Office

Trädgårdsvillan is at Frescati Hagväg 7 in Frescati Hage, within the Royal National City Park. It is in a peaceful and scenic area near Lake Brunnsviken, known for its natural surroundings and academic heritage. Both Campus Frescati and Campus Albano are a short walk away.

Building and rooms

Trädgårdsvillan is a large historic house that has been carefully renovated to preserve its original interior. It is officially classified as being of high cultural value.

There are six private bedrooms, a shared kitchen and three shared bathrooms. One of the bathrooms has a washing machine and dryer.

Residents also have access to a library-style sitting area and an outdoor terrace.

Monthly rent

SEK 6,950–9,500

Furnishings

All rooms have a bed and mattress. Four rooms have a 90 cm bed, while two rooms have a 140 cm bed.

The rooms also have a bedside table, desk and chair and/or table and chair, wardrobe, shower curtain, curtains and vacuum cleaner.

Kitchen

The kitchen has a refrigerator, freezer, cooker, oven, microwave, kitchen cupboards, plates, glasses, bowls, cooking utensils, pots, pans, dishes, cutlery and a sink with a water trap.

Each resident has their own refrigerator shelf, freezer compartment and kitchen cupboard.

Getting there

Universitetet underground station is a few stops from central Stockholm on the red line. Trädgårdsvillan is less than a ten-minute walk from the station.

Several bus routes also stop nearby at Universitetet Södra.

Shops and services nearby

The nearest grocery stores are about 1.5 kilometres away, towards the city centre.

A petrol station about 600 metres away sells a limited range of groceries and basic over-the-counter medicines.

Contact

Last updated: 2026-09-25

Source: Property Management Office