Real Estate

As the housing market remains sluggish, experts weigh in on the potential for a revival. With key viewing weekends approaching, the market's future hangs in the balance. Despite a temporary uptick expected, long-term growth remains uncertain due to economic factors.

The CEO of Higab, a municipal real estate company in Gothenburg, bypassed the city's housing queue to allocate a prestigious apartment to a consultant. This decision, made without public listing, has sparked an internal investigation. The CEO admits the move was a mistake, intended to quickly lease the property on a short-term basis.

Former Liberal Party leader Jan Björklund has been appointed as the King's closest aide, granting him residence in a newly renovated luxury apartment in Östermalm. The 290-square-meter apartment, located near Strandvägen, places him as a neighbor to Princess Madeleine. This prestigious position comes after his tenure as Sweden's ambassador in Rome.

An unknown individual has illegally settled on Årsta Holmar, a nature reserve in central Stockholm, converting an old sheep shelter into a cabin. This has led to the closure of the island to visitors due to safety concerns. Authorities are involved to evict the person, who has made several modifications to the site, including installing alarms and unauthorized electrical connections.

Olle Lindeblad from Borås is in a legal battle with the city over his right to mow his lawn, which is restricted due to shoreline protection laws. Despite losing previous cases, he seeks a new exemption to maintain his property.

In July, Swedish housing prices fell by 0.7%, with apartment prices dropping significantly more than usual, according to SBAB. While apartment prices decreased by 2.6% nationwide, villa prices saw a slight increase of 0.2%. The trend suggests a continued decline in apartment prices, despite stable villa prices. Economic factors, such as delayed fee increases by housing associations, may be influencing this trend.

In Skeppshult, a former Missionskyrka has been transformed into a unique home by Elisabeth and Michael Forsberg. The couple, who enjoy taking unconventional steps in the housing market, renovated the church while preserving its colorful windows and other original features. Now, the 280-square-meter property is up for sale, offering a blend of history and modern living.

Petter Gustafsson, who rents out his villa in Västervik via Airbnb, faces a financial snag as his earnings remain stuck in PayPal. Despite choosing PayPal for its speed, he encountered issues transferring over 20,000 SEK to his bank account. PayPal acknowledges the problem but offers no solution, leaving Petter to find alternative ways to fund his vacation.

Petra Marsán's move to Limmared turned into a nightmare when sewage flooded her apartment. Despite pleas for help, the landlord failed to act, leaving Petra and her partner in unbearable conditions. The situation gained attention on TikTok, highlighting a broader issue faced by many tenants.

As interest in summer houses rises with falling mortgage rates, Örebro County emerges as the most cost-effective area for purchasing a holiday home in Sweden. With an average price of 1.2 million SEK, Örebro offers proximity to major cities like Stockholm, making it an attractive option for buyers. Other affordable regions include Norrbotten and Västernorrland, while Stockholm County remains the most expensive.

Källarholmen, a stunning 18,000 square meter island in Karlshamn's archipelago, is up for sale. The property includes a charming 1929 summer house and a private dock. The sale benefits local charities, as the previous owner donated the proceeds to Kattkommando Syd and the sea rescue service.