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Student Housing in Gothenburg
Gothenburg is not only one of Sweden’s most beloved cities but also a very popular student city that annually houses over 50,000 students. There’s always something to do in Gothenburg. Attend a concert, a sports event, visit a museum or explore the nearby nature. Here, you set the limits for what you want to spend your time on, whether you’re interested in culture, sports, business, or something else. After your studies, a local job market driven by innovation awaits.
Gothenburg is located on the beautiful west coast with proximity to water in the west and greenery in the east. With its unique character and atmosphere, Gothenburg offers something special that should be discovered in person! Lovely boulevards and avenues alternate with small streets and parks. The canal running through the city builds on the maritime presence in this port city, which has the largest port in the Nordic region for export and import. Some of the country’s leading companies have their headquarters here, and there are plenty of job opportunities during and after your study period in Gothenburg.
Student Apartment in Gothenburg
Finding a student apartment in Gothenburg often requires some patience, but by joining the queue at SBS, you increase your chances of getting good accommodation. We offer both small studios and modern apartments in newer buildings, all with smartly planned spaces that suit student life. Many appreciate the opportunity to have their own kitchen and accommodation close to public transport and services. SBS creates functional apartments that make everyday life easier for students.
What is student life like in Gothenburg?
Student life in Gothenburg offers a mix of traditional student activities linked to the city’s various educational institutions and other offerings that well represent a modern city. It can generally be somewhat more expensive to live in a larger city. Therefore, keep an eye out for student discounts and offers that are available here and there. Many museums have free admission, and there are plenty of other free activities. There are restaurants and bars in a varied price range. The same applies to shopping, where you’ll find everything from large malls and shopping centers to small second-hand stores.
Gothenburg has a well-developed network of public transport. Trams and buses serve the inner city, and it’s easy to travel further out into the country by train. There are also ferries to surrounding islands in the archipelago. As a student, you get a 25 percent discount on period tickets and commuter cards if you have a valid student ID from Mecenat, WeStudent, or Studentkortet with the blue travel symbol.
How do I apply for student housing in Gothenburg?
Our student apartments in Gothenburg are allocated through our housing queue. To apply for student housing, the following applies:
The first thing you need to do is register an account – it’s completely free. You don’t need to be a student to collect points, and you can start collecting queue points from the age of 13, so don’t wait!
From the date you register, you start collecting queue points per day. The more points you have, the greater the chance of being offered student housing. How many points you need varies depending on the demand for each apartment and location. It’s therefore always good to collect as many points as possible. Usually, the person with the most points is offered the accommodation.
It’s now time to create a complete profile with the information and certificates required to express interest in your future student housing!
Your complete profile consists of:
- Contact information
- Student certificate with decision document from CSN
- Consent for free registry extract
Now you’re ready to apply for student housing!
When you’ve found the perfect student housing you want to apply for, it’s time to submit an expression of interest! When you’ve expressed your interest, you’re included in the selection of potential tenants who may be offered student housing.
We respond quickly – so you don’t have to wait in uncertainty
We know how important it is to get a quick response when you’re looking for housing. That’s why we always strive to get back to you within 1-3 working days. Sometimes – especially at the start of the semester when many people are applying at the same time – it can take a little longer. We do our best to give you a quick and clear answer so that you can focus on what’s most important: your studies.
If you have the most queue points among those who have expressed interest in a student housing you’ve applied for and meet other criteria, you will now receive a rental offer sent via email. Click on the link to respond to the offer or log in to the housing queue and look under “Your expressions of interest”.
It’s now time to sign the rental contract for your future student housing – congratulations! Upon signing, you will receive a rental contract sent from us. You will have access to your student housing according to the date specified in the contract. Make sure to keep track of what’s stated in your contract, read more on moving in for more information.
Do you have more questions? Feel free to contact us!
Do you have any other questions about how the process works? Read our application guide for more information about the application process. For more information on how the housing queue works in Gothenburg, visit our detailed page on Housing Queue Gothenburg.